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Old page wikitext, before the edit (old_wikitext) | '= USA Public Libraries =
== Overview ==
The USA Public Libraries aims to map and improve data for public libraries across the United States in OpenStreetMap (OSM). This includes transitioning libraries from points to polygons, standardizing tagging, and documenting key metadata to enhance the utility of the data.
Libraries are vital public resources, serving as centers for learning, community engagement, and access to information. This project strives to ensure libraries are well-mapped and accurately represented in OSM.
== Objectives ==
1. Transition library points to polygons where they correspond to specific building footprints.
2. Standardize tagging for libraries, ensuring consistent and comprehensive metadata.
3. Document and maintain an updated database of library attributes, such as names, operators, addresses, and hours.
4. Promote collaboration through MapRoulette challenges and other community mapping events.
== Tagging Guidelines ==
=== Core Tags ===
* **`amenity=library`** - Tag to identify a library.
* **`name=*`** - The official name of the library.
* **`alt_name=*`** - Alternate name(s), if applicable.
* **`operator=*`** - The entity operating the library (e.g., "Central Rappahannock Regional Library").
* **`operator:type=*`** - Classification of the operator:
- `public`
- `public_school`
- `university`
=== Address Tags ===
* **`addr:housenumber=*`**
* **`addr:street=*`**
* **`addr:city=*`**
* **`addr:state=*`**
* **`addr:postcode=*`**
=== Additional Tags ===
* **`website=*`** - Official library website.
* **`phone=*`** - Contact phone number.
* **`opening_hours=*`** - Opening hours in OSM format.
* **`wikidata=*`** - Corresponding Wikidata entry.
* **`ref:isil=*`** - International Standard Identifier for Libraries, if available.
* **`closed=permanently/temporarily`** - Status of closure, with additional information in the **`note=*`** tag.
== Mapping Guidelines ==
1. **Determine the Geometry**:
- Use **nodes** if the exact building footprint is unknown.
- Use **polygons** for libraries housed in specific buildings.
2. **Transfer Tags**:
- Move tags from points to polygons where applicable.
- Ensure data consistency and validate with tools like JOSM.
3. **Validate Data**:
- Run validation checks to avoid duplicate features or errors.
== Specific Use Cases ==
### Embedded Libraries
Libraries located within larger institutions (e.g., universities, museums) should include the **`operator=*`** tag to link the library to its parent organization.
### Branch Libraries
Each branch should be mapped as a separate feature, tagged with its unique name and other metadata.
### Mobile Libraries
Library buses or bookmobiles should use the tag **`amenity=mobile_library`**.
== States List ==
The project is being implemented state-by-state. Below is a list of all states, along with their completion status and the number of points and polygons after the first validation phase:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! State !! Status !! Notes !! Number of POIs !! Number of Polygons
|-
| Alabama || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Alaska || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Arizona || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Arkansas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| California || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Colorado || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Connecticut || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Delaware || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Florida || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Georgia || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons, added operator:type tags|| 0 || 456 polygons
|-
| Hawaii || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Idaho || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Illinois || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Indiana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Iowa || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Kansas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Kentucky || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 0 || 235 polygons, 3 relations
|-
| Louisiana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Maine || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Maryland || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Massachusetts || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Michigan || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Minnesota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Mississippi || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Missouri || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Montana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Nebraska || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Nevada || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Hampshire || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Jersey || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Mexico || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New York || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| North Carolina || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 443 as buildings || 30 left as points
|-
| North Dakota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Ohio || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Oklahoma || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Oregon || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Pennsylvania || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Rhode Island || In Progress || || 50 || 45
|-
| South Carolina || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 248 polyongs || 0 points
|-
| South Dakota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Tennessee || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 250 || 240
|-
| Texas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Utah || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Vermont || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Virginia || In Progress || || 400 || 200
|-
| Washington || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| West Virginia || Not Started || || 181 as polygons || 21 left as points
|-
| Wisconsin || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Wyoming || Not Started || || NA || NA
|}
== Notes ==
* **Number of POIs**: Refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.
* **Number of Polygons**: Refers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.
== Resources ==
* [Library Tagging Guidelines](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Tag:amenity%3Dlibrary)
* [MapRoulette Challenges](https://maproulette.org/)
* [Wikidata for Libraries](https://www.wikidata.org/)
* [OSM Documentation](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/)
== Challenges ==
Participate in ongoing challenges to improve library data:
* Map library points and convert them to polygons.
* Verify and enrich metadata, such as operating hours and contact information.
== Helpful Tips ==
* Use reliable imagery sources like Bing or Mapillary for validation.
* Verify hours and contact information directly from library websites or by contacting them.
* Avoid using Google Maps as a source, as it violates OSM's copyright policies.
== Contact ==
For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via OSM or the [OSM Wiki](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/User:MappyArianna).
== See Also ==
* {{Tag|amenity|mobile_library}}
* {{Tag|amenity|public_bookcase}}
* {{Tag|amenity|library_dropoff}}
== Acknowledgments ==
Special thanks to the OSM community for their support and contributions to this project and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) for their library data. For more information, visit [IMLS Library Data Files](https://www.imls.gov/research-evaluation/data-collection/museum-data-files).' |
New page wikitext, after the edit (new_wikitext) | '= USA Public Libraries 📚 =
== Overview ==
The USA Public Libraries aims to map and improve data for public libraries across the United States in OpenStreetMap (OSM). This includes transitioning libraries from points to polygons, standardizing tagging, and documenting key metadata to enhance the utility of the data.
Libraries are vital public resources, serving as centers for learning, community engagement, and access to information. This project strives to ensure libraries are well-mapped and accurately represented in OSM.
== Objectives ==
1. Transition library points to polygons where they correspond to specific building footprints.
2. Standardize tagging for libraries, ensuring consistent and comprehensive metadata.
(see operator:type documentation below)
3. Document and maintain an updated database of library attributes, such as names, operators, addresses, and hours.
4. Promote collaboration through MapRoulette challenges and other community mapping events.
== Tagging Guidelines ==
=== Core Tags ===
* **`amenity=library`** - Tag to identify a library.
* **`name=*`** - The official name of the library
* **`alt_name=*`** - Alternate name(s), if applicable.
* **`operator=*`** - The entity operating the library (e.g., "Central Rappahannock Regional Library").
* **`operator:type=*`** - Classification of the operator:
- public (for general city/county/town libraries)
- `public_school` (for elementary, middle and high school libraries only)
- 'college'
- `university`
=== Address Tags ===
* **`addr:housenumber=*`**
* **`addr:street=*`**
* **`addr:city=*`**
* **`addr:state=*`**
* **`addr:postcode=*`**
=== Additional Tags ===
* **`website=*`** - Official library website.
* **`phone=*`** - Contact phone number.
* **`opening_hours=*`** - Opening hours in OSM format.
* **`wikidata=*`** - Corresponding Wikidata entry.
* **`ref:isil=*`** - International Standard Identifier for Libraries, if available.
* **`closed=permanently/temporarily`** - Status of closure, with additional information in the **`note=*`** tag.
== Mapping Guidelines ==
1. '''Determine the Geometry:'''
- Leave as node if the exact building footprint is unknown, and add a fixme request for locals to address.
- Use polygon for libraries housed in specific buildings.
2. '''Transfer All Tags:'''
Move tags from points to polygons where applicable by:
# Select BOTH the point and the building using SHIFT + Click
# Press SHIFT+C to merge the node into the area with all tags.
3. '''Validate Data:'''
- Ensure the address and phone number tags are formatted correctly
== States List ==
The project is being implemented state-by-state. Below is a list of all states, along with their completion status and the number of points and polygons after the first validation phase:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! State !! Status !! Notes !! Number of POIs†!! Number of Polygons‡
|-
| Alabama || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Alaska || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Arizona || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Arkansas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| California || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Colorado || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Connecticut || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Delaware || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Florida || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Georgia || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons, added operator:type tags|| 0 || 456 polygons
|-
| Hawaii || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Idaho || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Illinois || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Indiana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Iowa || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Kansas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Kentucky || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 0 || 235 polygons, 3 relations
|-
| Louisiana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Maine || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Maryland || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Massachusetts || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Michigan || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Minnesota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Mississippi || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Missouri || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Montana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Nebraska || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Nevada || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Hampshire || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Jersey || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Mexico || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New York || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| North Carolina || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 443 as buildings || 30 left as points
|-
| North Dakota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Ohio || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Oklahoma || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Oregon || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Pennsylvania || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Rhode Island || In Progress || || 50 || 45
|-
| South Carolina || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 248 polyongs || 0 points
|-
| South Dakota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Tennessee || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 250 || 240
|-
| Texas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Utah || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Vermont || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Virginia || In Progress || || 400 || 200
|-
| Washington || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| West Virginia || Not Started || || 181 as polygons || 21 left as points
|-
| Wisconsin || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Wyoming || Not Started || || NA || NA
|}
* †: "''Number of POIs"'' refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.
* ‡: ''"Number of Polygons" r''efers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.
== Resources ==
* [Library Tagging Guidelines](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Tag:amenity%3Dlibrary)
* [MapRoulette Challenges](https://maproulette.org/)
* [Wikidata for Libraries](https://www.wikidata.org/)
* [OSM Documentation](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/)
== Challenges ==
Participate in ongoing challenges to improve library data:
* Map library points and convert them to polygons.
* Verify and enrich metadata, such as operating hours and contact information.
== Helpful Tips ==
* Use reliable imagery sources like Bing or Mapillary for validation.
* Verify hours and contact information directly from library websites or by contacting them.
* Avoid using Google Maps as a source, as it violates OSM's copyright policies.
== Contact ==
For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via [[osm:user/AriannaL|OSM]] or [<nowiki/>[[User:MappyArianna|OSM Wiki]]].
== See Also ==
* {{Tag|amenity|mobile_library}}
* {{Tag|amenity|public_bookcase}}
* {{Tag|amenity|library_dropoff}}
== Acknowledgments ==
Special thanks to the OSM community for their support and contributions to this project and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) for their library data. For more information, visit [IMLS Library Data Files](https://www.imls.gov/research-evaluation/data-collection/museum-data-files).' |
Unified diff of changes made by edit (edit_diff) | '@@ -1,3 +1,3 @@
-= USA Public Libraries =
+= USA Public Libraries 📚 =
== Overview ==
@@ -8,6 +8,10 @@
== Objectives ==
1. Transition library points to polygons where they correspond to specific building footprints.
+
2. Standardize tagging for libraries, ensuring consistent and comprehensive metadata.
+(see operator:type documentation below)
+
3. Document and maintain an updated database of library attributes, such as names, operators, addresses, and hours.
+
4. Promote collaboration through MapRoulette challenges and other community mapping events.
@@ -15,11 +19,13 @@
=== Core Tags ===
* **`amenity=library`** - Tag to identify a library.
-* **`name=*`** - The official name of the library.
+* **`name=*`** - The official name of the library
* **`alt_name=*`** - Alternate name(s), if applicable.
* **`operator=*`** - The entity operating the library (e.g., "Central Rappahannock Regional Library").
* **`operator:type=*`** - Classification of the operator:
- - `public`
- - `public_school`
- - `university`
+ - public (for general city/county/town libraries)
+ - `public_school` (for elementary, middle and high school libraries only)
+
+ - 'college'
+ - `university`
=== Address Tags ===
@@ -39,22 +45,16 @@
== Mapping Guidelines ==
-1. **Determine the Geometry**:
- - Use **nodes** if the exact building footprint is unknown.
- - Use **polygons** for libraries housed in specific buildings.
-2. **Transfer Tags**:
- - Move tags from points to polygons where applicable.
- - Ensure data consistency and validate with tools like JOSM.
-3. **Validate Data**:
- - Run validation checks to avoid duplicate features or errors.
+1. '''Determine the Geometry:'''
+ - Leave as node if the exact building footprint is unknown, and add a fixme request for locals to address.
+ - Use polygon for libraries housed in specific buildings.
+2. '''Transfer All Tags:'''
-== Specific Use Cases ==
-### Embedded Libraries
-Libraries located within larger institutions (e.g., universities, museums) should include the **`operator=*`** tag to link the library to its parent organization.
+Move tags from points to polygons where applicable by:
-### Branch Libraries
-Each branch should be mapped as a separate feature, tagged with its unique name and other metadata.
+# Select BOTH the point and the building using SHIFT + Click
+# Press SHIFT+C to merge the node into the area with all tags.
-### Mobile Libraries
-Library buses or bookmobiles should use the tag **`amenity=mobile_library`**.
+3. '''Validate Data:'''
+ - Ensure the address and phone number tags are formatted correctly
== States List ==
@@ -63,5 +63,5 @@
{| class="wikitable"
|-
-! State !! Status !! Notes !! Number of POIs !! Number of Polygons
+! State !! Status !! Notes !! Number of POIs†!! Number of Polygons‡
|-
| Alabama || Not Started || || NA || NA
@@ -166,7 +166,6 @@
|}
-== Notes ==
-* **Number of POIs**: Refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.
-* **Number of Polygons**: Refers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.
+* †: "''Number of POIs"'' refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.
+* ‡: ''"Number of Polygons" r''efers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.
== Resources ==
@@ -187,5 +186,5 @@
== Contact ==
-For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via OSM or the [OSM Wiki](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/User:MappyArianna).
+For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via [[osm:user/AriannaL|OSM]] or [<nowiki/>[[User:MappyArianna|OSM Wiki]]].
== See Also ==
' |
Unified diff of changes made by edit, pre-save transformed (edit_diff_pst) | '@@ -1,3 +1,3 @@
-= USA Public Libraries =
+= USA Public Libraries 📚 =
== Overview ==
@@ -8,6 +8,10 @@
== Objectives ==
1. Transition library points to polygons where they correspond to specific building footprints.
+
2. Standardize tagging for libraries, ensuring consistent and comprehensive metadata.
+(see operator:type documentation below)
+
3. Document and maintain an updated database of library attributes, such as names, operators, addresses, and hours.
+
4. Promote collaboration through MapRoulette challenges and other community mapping events.
@@ -15,11 +19,13 @@
=== Core Tags ===
* **`amenity=library`** - Tag to identify a library.
-* **`name=*`** - The official name of the library.
+* **`name=*`** - The official name of the library
* **`alt_name=*`** - Alternate name(s), if applicable.
* **`operator=*`** - The entity operating the library (e.g., "Central Rappahannock Regional Library").
* **`operator:type=*`** - Classification of the operator:
- - `public`
- - `public_school`
- - `university`
+ - public (for general city/county/town libraries)
+ - `public_school` (for elementary, middle and high school libraries only)
+
+ - 'college'
+ - `university`
=== Address Tags ===
@@ -39,22 +45,16 @@
== Mapping Guidelines ==
-1. **Determine the Geometry**:
- - Use **nodes** if the exact building footprint is unknown.
- - Use **polygons** for libraries housed in specific buildings.
-2. **Transfer Tags**:
- - Move tags from points to polygons where applicable.
- - Ensure data consistency and validate with tools like JOSM.
-3. **Validate Data**:
- - Run validation checks to avoid duplicate features or errors.
+1. '''Determine the Geometry:'''
+ - Leave as node if the exact building footprint is unknown, and add a fixme request for locals to address.
+ - Use polygon for libraries housed in specific buildings.
+2. '''Transfer All Tags:'''
-== Specific Use Cases ==
-### Embedded Libraries
-Libraries located within larger institutions (e.g., universities, museums) should include the **`operator=*`** tag to link the library to its parent organization.
+Move tags from points to polygons where applicable by:
-### Branch Libraries
-Each branch should be mapped as a separate feature, tagged with its unique name and other metadata.
+# Select BOTH the point and the building using SHIFT + Click
+# Press SHIFT+C to merge the node into the area with all tags.
-### Mobile Libraries
-Library buses or bookmobiles should use the tag **`amenity=mobile_library`**.
+3. '''Validate Data:'''
+ - Ensure the address and phone number tags are formatted correctly
== States List ==
@@ -63,5 +63,5 @@
{| class="wikitable"
|-
-! State !! Status !! Notes !! Number of POIs !! Number of Polygons
+! State !! Status !! Notes !! Number of POIs†!! Number of Polygons‡
|-
| Alabama || Not Started || || NA || NA
@@ -166,7 +166,6 @@
|}
-== Notes ==
-* **Number of POIs**: Refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.
-* **Number of Polygons**: Refers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.
+* †: "''Number of POIs"'' refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.
+* ‡: ''"Number of Polygons" r''efers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.
== Resources ==
@@ -187,5 +186,5 @@
== Contact ==
-For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via OSM or the [OSM Wiki](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/User:MappyArianna).
+For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via [[osm:user/AriannaL|OSM]] or [<nowiki/>[[User:MappyArianna|OSM Wiki]]].
== See Also ==
' |
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21 => '* †: "''Number of POIs"'' refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.',
22 => '* ‡: ''"Number of Polygons" r''efers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.',
23 => 'For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via [[osm:user/AriannaL|OSM]] or [<nowiki/>[[User:MappyArianna|OSM Wiki]]].'
] |
New page wikitext, pre-save transformed (new_pst) | '= USA Public Libraries 📚 =
== Overview ==
The USA Public Libraries aims to map and improve data for public libraries across the United States in OpenStreetMap (OSM). This includes transitioning libraries from points to polygons, standardizing tagging, and documenting key metadata to enhance the utility of the data.
Libraries are vital public resources, serving as centers for learning, community engagement, and access to information. This project strives to ensure libraries are well-mapped and accurately represented in OSM.
== Objectives ==
1. Transition library points to polygons where they correspond to specific building footprints.
2. Standardize tagging for libraries, ensuring consistent and comprehensive metadata.
(see operator:type documentation below)
3. Document and maintain an updated database of library attributes, such as names, operators, addresses, and hours.
4. Promote collaboration through MapRoulette challenges and other community mapping events.
== Tagging Guidelines ==
=== Core Tags ===
* **`amenity=library`** - Tag to identify a library.
* **`name=*`** - The official name of the library
* **`alt_name=*`** - Alternate name(s), if applicable.
* **`operator=*`** - The entity operating the library (e.g., "Central Rappahannock Regional Library").
* **`operator:type=*`** - Classification of the operator:
- public (for general city/county/town libraries)
- `public_school` (for elementary, middle and high school libraries only)
- 'college'
- `university`
=== Address Tags ===
* **`addr:housenumber=*`**
* **`addr:street=*`**
* **`addr:city=*`**
* **`addr:state=*`**
* **`addr:postcode=*`**
=== Additional Tags ===
* **`website=*`** - Official library website.
* **`phone=*`** - Contact phone number.
* **`opening_hours=*`** - Opening hours in OSM format.
* **`wikidata=*`** - Corresponding Wikidata entry.
* **`ref:isil=*`** - International Standard Identifier for Libraries, if available.
* **`closed=permanently/temporarily`** - Status of closure, with additional information in the **`note=*`** tag.
== Mapping Guidelines ==
1. '''Determine the Geometry:'''
- Leave as node if the exact building footprint is unknown, and add a fixme request for locals to address.
- Use polygon for libraries housed in specific buildings.
2. '''Transfer All Tags:'''
Move tags from points to polygons where applicable by:
# Select BOTH the point and the building using SHIFT + Click
# Press SHIFT+C to merge the node into the area with all tags.
3. '''Validate Data:'''
- Ensure the address and phone number tags are formatted correctly
== States List ==
The project is being implemented state-by-state. Below is a list of all states, along with their completion status and the number of points and polygons after the first validation phase:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! State !! Status !! Notes !! Number of POIs†!! Number of Polygons‡
|-
| Alabama || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Alaska || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Arizona || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Arkansas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| California || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Colorado || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Connecticut || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Delaware || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Florida || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Georgia || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons, added operator:type tags|| 0 || 456 polygons
|-
| Hawaii || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Idaho || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Illinois || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Indiana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Iowa || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Kansas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Kentucky || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 0 || 235 polygons, 3 relations
|-
| Louisiana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Maine || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Maryland || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Massachusetts || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Michigan || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Minnesota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Mississippi || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Missouri || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Montana || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Nebraska || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Nevada || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Hampshire || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Jersey || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New Mexico || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| New York || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| North Carolina || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 443 as buildings || 30 left as points
|-
| North Dakota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Ohio || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Oklahoma || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Oregon || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Pennsylvania || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Rhode Island || In Progress || || 50 || 45
|-
| South Carolina || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 248 polyongs || 0 points
|-
| South Dakota || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Tennessee || Complete || Libraries mapped and converted to polygons. || 250 || 240
|-
| Texas || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Utah || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Vermont || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Virginia || In Progress || || 400 || 200
|-
| Washington || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| West Virginia || Not Started || || 181 as polygons || 21 left as points
|-
| Wisconsin || Not Started || || NA || NA
|-
| Wyoming || Not Started || || NA || NA
|}
* †: "''Number of POIs"'' refers to the total number of libraries left as points of interest in the state after validation.
* ‡: ''"Number of Polygons" r''efers to the total number of validated polygons representing library buildings after the transition from points.
== Resources ==
* [Library Tagging Guidelines](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Tag:amenity%3Dlibrary)
* [MapRoulette Challenges](https://maproulette.org/)
* [Wikidata for Libraries](https://www.wikidata.org/)
* [OSM Documentation](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/)
== Challenges ==
Participate in ongoing challenges to improve library data:
* Map library points and convert them to polygons.
* Verify and enrich metadata, such as operating hours and contact information.
== Helpful Tips ==
* Use reliable imagery sources like Bing or Mapillary for validation.
* Verify hours and contact information directly from library websites or by contacting them.
* Avoid using Google Maps as a source, as it violates OSM's copyright policies.
== Contact ==
For questions or contributions, reach out to the project lead: AriannaL via [[osm:user/AriannaL|OSM]] or [<nowiki/>[[User:MappyArianna|OSM Wiki]]].
== See Also ==
* {{Tag|amenity|mobile_library}}
* {{Tag|amenity|public_bookcase}}
* {{Tag|amenity|library_dropoff}}
== Acknowledgments ==
Special thanks to the OSM community for their support and contributions to this project and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) for their library data. For more information, visit [IMLS Library Data Files](https://www.imls.gov/research-evaluation/data-collection/museum-data-files).' |
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