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Launching New Shared Catalog in October 2026

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Rolling Meadows Library Launchs New Shared Catalog in October 2026

This October, Rolling Meadows Library will launch a new shared online catalog that will instantly expand patron access from approximately 185,000 local items to more than 5 million physical items across 34 area libraries.

The new catalog comes as Rolling Meadows Library joins Cooperative Computer Services (CCS), a consortium of 34 public libraries located primarily in Chicago’s northern and northwestern suburbs. Wauconda Area Public Library will also join CCS this fall, further strengthening the network.

Map with location pins showing local CCS libraries

Through the shared CCS catalog, Rolling Meadows cardholders will be able to search, request, and receive materials from any member library directly within the familiar Rolling Meadows system. Requests will automatically be filled by the first available copy within the network, reducing wait times for popular titles and expanding choice without requiring additional purchase or interlibrary loan requests.

Key benefits include:

  • Dramatically Expanded Access: More than 5 million physical items available through one catalog.
  • Shorter Wait Times: Holds filled by the most readily available copy across 34 libraries.
  • Seamless Borrowing: Easy use of a Rolling Meadows Library card at other CCS libraries.
  • Modern Catalog Experience: Improved search tools, account features, and notifications.
  • Efficient Use of Tax Dollars: Shared system costs maximize resources while controlling expenses.

Rolling Meadows Library received a $53,050 Cataloging Membership Grant from Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) to support startup and migration costs. The grant significantly reduces financial barriers to joining the consortium and allows the library to move forward without increasing costs to the community.

Migration work, staff training, and data preparation are underway throughout 2026 in advance of the October go-live date. 

Additional updates will be shared with patrons as the launch approaches.

Jack's Headshot

"This is a transformational step for our community. We will absolutely retain our hometown library feel, our staff, and our local service focus. What changes is the scale of what’s available to our patrons. Overnight, access grows from thousands of items to millions."

Jack Bower

Executive Director,

Rolling Meadows Library