CCS is excited to welcome the Rolling Meadows Library and the Wauconda Area Public Library as our newest members! With these two libraries, CCS membership grows to 34 libraries. Together, our two newest members will add:

• Over 300,000 items
• Over 25,000 registered patrons
• Two new locations for patrons to visit!

Both libraries will go live with CCS on October 20, 2026. Full schedule coming soon.

We’ve put together some communication samples to help you spread the word about the upcoming change. Use our blurbs as-is or customize them to fit your library’s needs and communication platforms.

Sample Communication Blurbs - Rolling Meadows and Wauconda

Sample blurbs that can be adapted for the migration are below. Additional examples of library communication are linked below:

• Rolling Meadows Announcement
• Vernon Area - New catalog coming in the Fall
• Vernon Area - Fall Newsletter example (p.10)

Sample #1: New Shared Catalog Coming October 20!

This fall, the Wauconda Area Public Library will launch a new catalog as we join CCS (Cooperative Computer Services), a network of 34 north suburban libraries. With this change, you'll have expanded access to over 5.1 million items, along with other benefits including:

• A New, Modern Catalog: A user-friendly, accessible catalog makes it easy find what you need at Wauconda or at nearby partners like Cary, Fremont, Grayslake, and McHenry.
• Expanded Delivery Options: Place holds on items from any CCS library and have them delivered to Wauconda for easy pickup.
• Seamless Checkout at any CCS library: Check out and return most items at any CCS location, without needing to register your library card!
• Updated Notification Options : Choose how you want to hear from us with updated email, phone, or text notifications.

During the transition to the new catalog in October, some services will be temporarily unavailable. From October 15 through October 19, you will not be able to place holds or renew items. You can still check out materials and pick up your holds at the library with your card. No items will be due during this time, so feel free to enjoy them a little longer!

Sample #2: Wauconda Joins CCS - New Catalog Coming Soon!

This October, the Wauconda Area Public Library is launching a brand-new shared catalog as we join Cooperative Computer Services (CCS), a network of 34 north suburban libraries. That means more materials, easier access, and a better overall library experience for you! Other benefits include:

• More materials and shorter wait times: With the new catalog, you’ll have access to more than 5.1 million items from libraries across the CCS network. Holds will be filled by the fastest available copy across all CCS libraries
• Access to more libraries: Check out and return most items at any CCS library using your Wauconda Library card—no extra registration needed.
• New, improved catalog: Enjoy improved search tools and a clean, accessible design that makes it easy to find what you’re looking for.

During the transition to the new catalog in October, some services will be temporarily unavailable. We’ll share additional details as we get closer to launch day. Thanks for your patience as we make this exciting upgrade!

Sample Communication Blurbs - All Other CCS Libraries

Sample #1: Expanded Library Access coming in October!

This fall, our library network is getting even bigger! The Rolling Meadows Library and Wauconda Area Public Library are joining CCS, bringing access to more than 300,000 new items and adding two new library locations for you to visit and explore.

From October 16 through October 19, some account features—such as paying fees and placing holds—will be temporarily unavailable while the two libraries are being added to our system. You can still check out materials and pick up your holds at the library with your card. No items will be due during this time, so feel free to enjoy them a little longer!

Sample #2: More Books, Movies, and Music—Coming Soon!
Library Catalog and Account Access Limited October 16-19

We’re excited to welcome the Rolling Meadows Library and the Wauconda Area Public Library to our library consortium, a growing network of 34 libraries that share materials. With this addition, over 300,000 new items will be added to the catalog—bringing the total collection you can access to more than 5.4 million! Your library card will automatically be registered at Rolling Meadows and Wauconda Area, making it easy for you to visit and explore both libraries.

What to Expect

Services will be limited from Friday, October 16 through Tuesday, October 19 as we add these two libraries to our system. Here's what to expect:

• Checkouts: You can still check out items during this time, but you’ll need your physical library card—so make sure to bring it when you visit!
• Holds: Staff and users will be unable to place holds while the system is unavailable. Place your holds before October 16, or wait until October 20!
• Extended Due Dates: Enjoy a little extra time with your items! All due dates will be automatically extended so that nothing is due during the transition.
• Returns: Items returned between October 16 and October 19 will be checked in after October 20.
• Account Access: Account access will be limited, and account changes can't be made until October 20.
• Catalog Searching: You can search the online catalog, but results won’t be current. If you’re looking for a specific item, give us a call and we’ll check availability for you.

We appreciate your patience during this brief disruption, and are exited for the benefits it brings to our community!

Sample #3: Our Network is Growing--New Libraries join CCS!

From October 16 through October 19, the library will experience downtime as we add two new libraries into our catalog.  During this time period: 

• Bring your library card to the library! Library staff may not be able to look up your account to check out materials to you.   
• Call the library to confirm that an item is on the shelf. Results in the online catalog may not be up to date.  
• Wait to pay! You will not be able to pay fees or update your account while our system is offline.
• Place your holds before the weekend! Library staff and cardholders will not be able to place holds from October 16 through October 19. 
• Keep your items a little bit longer! We will automatically extend your due dates, so that nothing is due during this period. Items returned October 16 through October 19 will not be able to be checked in until after the downtime has completed. 

Thanks for your patience as we work to improve your library experience!