The Peninsula Library System (PLS) is a consortium of 34 public and community college libraries working together to provide innovative and cost-effective service to their users. Founded in 1971, the system is funded primarily by member libraries. PLS also receives support from the state California Library Services Act funds, federal Library Services and Technology Act and local contracts for special services.

Thanks to PLS leadership and the cooperation of its members, residents of San Mateo County can borrow and return books at any local library. They can search a joint catalog of member library holdings and use other library services by logging on to www.plsinfo.org. PLS operates a reference backup service for member libraries and maintains central video collection available to library users. A Community Information Project (CIP) works closely with county human service agencies to collect and organize information about their work. A directory of community services compiled by CIP can be found on the Web site. The system also administers AskNow, a "live" online reference service introduced in four communities. The service will be expanded to include libraries throughout the San Francisco/Bay area.

Mission
"The Peninsula Library System strengthens local libraries through cooperation, enabling them to provide better service to their diverse communities."

Contact Information
For more information about the Peninsula Library System, please contact your local library or email us at plan@plsinfo.org.