September 2016 - Michlib-l

Director Contracts
by Valerie Meyerson 23 Sep '16

23 Sep '16

Wondering if any directors have an employee contract with their board. If you do, would you please share a copy of it with me? vmeyerson(a)petoskeylibrary.org<mailto:vmeyerson@petoskeylibrary.org> Thank you. _________________________________________________________________________________ Valerie Meyerson, Library Director Petoskey District Library 231.758.3120 Please think about the environment before printing this message.

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NEW MCLS Trainings added to the calendar for November/December!
by Jan Davidson 23 Sep '16

23 Sep '16

NEW MCLS Trainings added to the calendar for November/December! *BRAND NEW*: Here come the robots: new tech & gadgets for your patrons<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> November 29, 2:00 - 4:00pm Eastern, online training Are you interested in utilizing current and emerging technology to improve the experiences of your patrons? In this two-hour webinar you will gain insight on the latest trends including tablet apps, augmented reality and robotics that will keep patrons of all ages engaged. *Newly added to this semester's schedule!*: BIBFRAME: an overview<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> December 14, 9:00 - 11:00am Eastern, online training This course will provide an overview of the developing BIBFRAME project, intended to replace the MARC21 standard. There are also many cataloging, MeLCat, and MeL Database workshops still to come this October - December. Check out our full training calendar and register today!<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/> Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910-3657 Phone: 517-492-3811 ext. 111 Fax: 517-492-3812 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> http://www.mcls.org<http://www.mcls.org/> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://www.mcls.org/training-events Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org

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ICLR Meeting & Tour
by Lynn Skazalski 23 Sep '16

23 Sep '16

This is a follow-up to my previous post about the upcoming ICLR (International Collections Librarians' Roundtable) meeting on *Thursday, October 6.* I have received confirmation for our group to tour the Islamic Center of America. The Center is the largest mosque in North America and is only a few miles from the Caroline Kennedy Library. The Center is located at 19500 Ford Road, Dearborn, MI 48128. Please note that while the Center in on Ford Road (and is very visible), you will access it from Altar Road (see attached map). - 10:30 am Tour at the Islamic Center of America - 12:00 pm Lunch at the Caroline Kennedy Library (food from Al Ameer Restaurant) - 1:00 pm ICLR meeting at the Caroline Kennedy Library Please RSVP to me by Friday, September 30 and email me agenda items. Thanks! -- Lynn Bryer Skazalski Supervising Librarian, MILS, MS Caroline Kennedy Library 24590 George Street Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 lskazalski(a)ci.dearborn-heights.mi.us 313-791-3824

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eBooks Killed The pBooks Star? Maybe Not, At Least Not Yet
by Jim Flury 23 Sep '16

23 Sep '16

All, In September, 2011 OverDrive rocked the book world (digital and print) with this announcement: OverDrive and Amazon launch Kindle® compatibility with Library eBooks. Wow! It was a huge deal at the time, and served to really propel eBooks into the forefront. Tons of people found Kindle eReaders under the tree the morning of December 25, and they promptly took them to the library to ask "how do I make it go?" on December 26. The demise of the physical book was certainly not far off, just as in 1979 (if you are old enough to remember when this was released, then that means you are 40+...omg) the end of radio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iwuy4hHO3YQ was at hand, too. Fast forward five years later. OverDrive still retains its exclusive deal with Amazon, although the release of newer Kindle products has meant this exclusivity is less relevant today. But what else is going on? For some time we have been reading as to how sales of eBoooks are flat, or stagnant, or some other term meaning they either are not increasing or if so, very slowly. What is popular today? Audiobooks and print books! http://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/23/business/media/audiobooks-turn-more-reade… eBooks are mainstream in both the library and consumer markets now. That is not going to change. But "the digital shift" seems to have slowed, at least for now. And although this isn't discussed in the NYT piece, other articles I've read have pointed out that it isn't just "old people" (I can use that term on account I'm either getting there, or depending on how you define it already there, myself) who are hanging on to their killed tree format. Millenials, that much talked about group of people that now outnumber the boomers, are also discovering pBooks and finding them to be pretty cool. Who would have thunk? Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Device purchasing through TRIG still available!
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 23 Sep '16

23 Sep '16

Devices Are Still Available through October 15! Discounts on devices such as desktops and tablets continue to be available until October 15, 2016. The Technology Readiness Infrastructure Program (TRIG) has used aggregate purchasing to negotiate for reduced cost devices and libraries can take advantage of the prices. The list of discounted devices can be found here<http://www.remcbids.org/catalog/view/cat/21444/>. For more information on the Spring 2016 Value Adds such as professional development or personal purchasing, see the TRIG website<http://22itrig.org/activities/device-purchasing/spring-2016-bid-information…>. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. PO Box 30009 Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D2039A.4E4BC0C0]

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MHSLA Conference is in 3 weeks!!
by Figg, Bethany J 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

Registration is currently underway for the Michigan Health Sciences Library Association's Annual Education Conference. This year's conference will take place on October 12-14 at the Baronette Renaissance Hotel in Novi, Michigan. The theme is Think Outside the Book and the program is packed with CE opportunities, interesting speakers, poster presentations, vendor dine and learns, as well as ample time for networking with your fellow medical librarians. Considering attending this year's conference? Here are some of the highlights. * CE's, including: Translational Bioinformatics; Lean Process Improvement Demystified; Engaging the 21st Century Learner: Best Practices & Classroom Management Techniques; Planning, Conducting & Publishing Research; Introduction to Visualization for Librarians; and Health Policy Information Seeking: Sources and Strategies for Effective Searching. * Speakers: Thomas Buchmueller, health economist from the University of Michigan; and Sally Gore, research evaluation analyst for the University of Massachusetts Center for Clinical and Translational Science. * Panel discussion that will cover changes in libraries, from mergers, new programs, to going book-less. * Poster sessions, lightning rounds, dine and learns, & more! View the complete program here: http://mhsla.org/home/2016/program.htm For more information about the conference, including how to register, visit the conference site: http://mhsla.org/home/2016/index.htm Hope to see you there! Bethany Figg, MBA, MLIS, AHIP bethany.figg(a)cmich.edu<mailto:bethany.figg@cmich.edu> Visit us online!<https://www.cmich.edu/colleges/cmed/Education/Residency/GME/Pages/default.a…> Graduate Medical Education Administrator | CMU College of Medicine 1000 Houghton Street, Saginaw MI 48602 *: 989-583-7406 | 6: 989-583-6907 Central Values: Integrity | Respect | Empathy | Inclusiveness | Social Responsibility | Excellence | Innovation

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MeL Minute: What's New in LearningExpress Library
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

Hello All- LearningExpress Library has been a mainstay eResource in MeL since 2002 and it continues to evolve in scope and content. Just want fill you all in on the latest as of August 2016: SAT(r) and ACT(r) Test Prep Twenty-five (25) new resources were added for 2016 SAT(r) test preparation, including complete, full-length practice tests in a test-simulation mode that helps students become confident with the format, timing, and content of the official exam. Complete practice tests and two (2) writing practice tests were also added for the ACT(r) test. New eBooks The eBook collection includes new eBooks for GED(r) test prep, time management, communication skills, and Praxis II test prep, plus new editions of Nursing School Entrance Exams, Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide Exam, Praxis: Core Academic Skills for Educators (5712, 5722, 5732), ASVAB Core Review, and Border Patrol Exam. New School Center Resources High School Math Skills Improvement has grown, with five (5) new practice tests aligned to the Common Core State Standards. CLEP(r) Test Practice Two (2) practice tests for the CLEP(r) College Mathematics exam have been updated to match the latest CLEP(r) test specifications. New Career Center Practice Tests Test prep for military exams increased with the addition of practice tests for the SIFT, ASTB-E: OAR, and ASTB-E: Aviation and Nautical Information tests. MARC Records MARC Records are available to help your patrons discover LearningExpress resources. Access them through "Librarian Resources" in your LearningExpress Library site. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week's MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit http://mel.org. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. Deb Renee Biggs, MA AMLS Library Consultant/Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-4466 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org Check out the curated content on the LM homepage including state and national CE offerings, LM events, stats reports, headlines from around the library world and intriguing snapshots of our varied collections at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Free to a good home
by Bartlett, Bernadette (MDE) 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

Hello - the following items are free to the first taker. Please reply to me directly, not to the list, and supply a street address to ship, no p.o.'s. 35mm plastic black flip-top acid-free microfilm boxes (+/-100 boxes) - we will ship 16mm plastic black flip-top acid-free microfilm boxes with reels (+/- 125 boxes) - we will ship 12x8x3 white cardboard clamshell boxes (approx. 100 assembled, 200 flat on a pallet) - must be picked up on site (Lansing). Thank you! Bernadette Bernadette M. Bartlett Michigan Documents Librarian Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 517-373-2971 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> Check out the curated content on the LM homepage including state and national CE offerings, LM events, stats reports, headlines from around the library world and intriguing snapshots of our varied collections at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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seed library continuing education workshop
by Carol DeBoer 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

Just a reminder to everyone that tomorrow is the last day to sign up for the seed library workshop being held at the Tamarack District Library. Please see the attached flyer for all the information. -- Carol DeBoer Henika District Library 149 S Main St Wayland MI 49348 269-792-2891

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Microfilm/Microfiche available
by Rau,Anne 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

The Capital Area District Libraries is offering the following to libraries or similar organizations that would like to add to their collection: approximately 60 years of the New York Times on microfilm (1944-2002), approximately 35 years of the Wall Street Journal on microfilm (1961-1997), and various periodicals on microfiche (1970's-1990s.) This giveaway involves local pickup only. See attached list for details. If interested, please respond off-list to raua(a)cadl.org<mailto:raua@cadl.org> by FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 30, 2016. Thank you. Anne Rau, Public Services Librarian Capital Area District Libraries - Downtown Library 401 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933 517-367-6305 | raua(a)cadl.org<mailto:raua@cadl.org> cadl.org<http://www.cadl.org/> | twitter.com/cadl<http://twitter.com/cadl> | facebook.com/cadlibrary<http://www.facebook.com/cadlibrary>

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Correction! Sick, Vacation, or PTO Bank?
by Stanczak, Cindy 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

I've been informed that it's usually a *sick leave* bank that employers have, not vacation leave bank. Do you have a leave bank of either type? Specifically, I mean a bank of unused sick leave, vacation, or PTO hours that staffers can donate to, that can be used by other employees in specific or crisis circumstances (temporary disability, grief leave, FMLA, etc.) If you do have a leave bank, would you be willing to share your policies and procedures on it's use and how you administer it? If anyone else is interested, I'll be happy to share any responses I get. Just let me know that you're interested. Sorry for the confusion! Cynthia Stanczak Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook!

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Registration deadline for FOML Trustee Alliance Workshop is Friday, September 30th
by Linda Pierce 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

The theme of the next FOML Trustee Alliance workshop is *"**Knowledge is Power: What Trustees Need to Know about Library Governance**"* and it's coming up on *Friday, October 14th, 2016* at the *Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Branch!* However, you must register by Friday, September 30th. We will have special guest speaker *Josie Parker* and her topics include: - "The Power and Limitations of Library Trustees: What's Being a Trustee All About?" - "Knowledge Is Power: Lessons Learned About Trustee Governance" - "Talk About Trustees: What Knowledge About Governing Your Library Can You Share?" - and "Knowledge Is Power: Lessons Learned and Knowledge Gained from Today's Workshop" FOML Trustee Alliance workshops are a great time to network with other Trustee groups, tour the *Kalamazoo Public Library*, and spend a day learning how to support your library! Register online <http://fomltrusteealliance.org/2016-fall-workshop/> at the Trustee Alliance website (www.fomltrusteealliance.org) with a credit card or PayPal. Remember, 2016 FOML Trustee Alliance members receive a discount. If you haven't had time to renew your Trustee Alliance membership yet, you can do so online here <http://fomltrusteealliance.org/membership/>. I hope to see you there! Shirley Bruursema FOML Trustee Alliance Representative This project is supported in part by the Library of Michigan with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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Registration deadline for FOML Friends Workshop is Friday, September 30th
by Linda Pierce 22 Sep '16

22 Sep '16

The next FOML Workshop will be held on *Thursday, October 13th, 2016* at the *Kalamazoo Public Library*, but you must register by Friday, September 30th. The theme will be: *"**Knowledge is Power: Managing Your Friends Group for Optimal Friend-ly Service.**"* Topics include: - *"Knowledge Is Power - Helping Your Friends Achieve Maximum Results" - *a panel discussion with *Allison Arnold, Darnell Gundy-Reed and Jennifer Kundak* - *"What Can the Archives of Michigan Offer You?"* by *Kris Rzepczynski, *our State Archivist - and the opportunity to share your success stories with *"Talk About Friends - What Knowledge Can You Share?"* These workshops are a great time to network with other Friends groups, tour the *Kalamazoo Public Library Central Branch*, and spend a day learning how to support your library! Registration can be done online <http://foml.org/eventsconferences/2016-fall-workshop/> by credit card or PayPal. (Remember, 2016 FOML members receive a discount. Here's the membership form <http://foml.org/membership/>.) I hope to see you at the FOML Friends Fall Workshop! Paul Snyder, President Friends of Michigan Libraries -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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What is BIBFRAME?
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

The idea of "linked data" has been floating around a lot lately. What exactly is it? What about BIBFRAME? Most importantly, how can my library implement it? For answers to these questions, and much more, check out the six session webinar series, "From MARC to BIBFRAME: Linked Data on the Ground". This series is being offered by the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (a division of ALA). The first session, Library of Congress BIBFRAME Developments is free to everyone. Please see below or visit http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/MARCBIBFRAME for more details. This webinar series focuses on transitioning libraries from MARC encoding to BIBFRAME. It covers both theoretical and practical issues surrounding the conversion process, with an eye towards developing a complete transition strategy. Each session is an hour in length. Series sessions include: October 12 - Library of Congress BIBFRAME Developments - Judith Cannan and Kirk Hess<http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/101216> * The significance of BIBFRAME initiatives taking place at the Library of Congress * Plans for Pilot Phase 2 of BIBFRAME * Library of Congress involvement with Linked Data and Semantic Web initiatives and other projects taking place in the broader information community *This session is free and a complimentary part of the series. Registration for other sessions in the "From MARC to BIBFRAME" series is not necessary to participate. October 19 - Putting the Link in Linked Data - Nancy Lorimer<http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/101916> * The importance of moving from text strings to URIs to link entities and resources * The difference between traditional authority control and URI-based entity management * Some implications for workflows in the URI-based cataloging environment October 26 - Embedded URI in MARC: An Essential for Linked Data - Jackie Shieh<http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/102616> * The benefits and challenges of inserting URI/IRIs in MARC * Workflows for inserting URI/IRIs in current bibliographic records * Tools for batch processing of URI/IRIs * Process for batch insertion of URI/IRIs November 2 - How to Get from Here to BIBFRAME - Carl Stahmer<http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/110216> * Mapping a conversion process * Available conversion tools * Results of our testing of various tools - skills required, effort and cost requirements, accuracy of output * A walk through of a conversion process with one of the discussed tools. November 9 - Modeling and Encoding Serials in BIBRAME - Gloria Gonzalez<http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/110916> * Overview of changes in cataloging workflows * Relationship between RDA and BIBFRAME * Cataloging workflow using BIBFLOW-Scribe Linked Data cataloging interface * Assessment of staffing and training issues and needs November 16 - Linked Data Cataloging Workflows - Xiaoli Li<http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/111616> * Issues that serials catalogers encounter using BIBFRAME model and vocabulary * Ongoing efforts to map serials to BIBFRAME * Possible conceptual models for MARC to BIBRAME serials conversion * Use of tools for cataloging serials in a BIBFRAME environment * Examples of BIBFRAME serials records Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746 Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D2039A.4E4BC0C0]

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Vacation Bank?
by Stanczak, Cindy 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Hello, all! Are there any district libraries out there using a vacation bank? By that, I mean a bank of unused vacation hours that staffers can donate to, that can be used by other employees in specific or crisis circumstances (temporary disability, grief leave, FMLA, etc.) If you do have a vacation bank, would you be willing to share your policies and procedures on it's use and how you administer it? If anyone else is interested, I'll be happy to share any responses I get. Just let me know that you're interested. Thank you! Cynthia Stanczak Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook!

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Library Card Recommendation
by Shauna Swantek 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

We have very old-school library cards but are planning on an upgrade. We'd like something that comes with a wallet option and a key ring option. Do you use something you love? Please share your vendor/style and any notes to the wise.(Perhaps you have something you don't love and could warn me against it? Also valuable information.) Please email me directly; let's not slam the listserv. Thanks! Shauna Lea Swantek, Director Putnam District Library Honoring the Past, Serving Today, Preparing For Tomorrowwww.putnamlib.org 327 North Main Street PO Box 920 Nashville, MI 49073-9578 Phone & Fax: (517)852-9723

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50 years of Star Trek @ White Lake Township Library
by Amy Rosen 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

50 Years of Star Trek! at the White Lake Township Library! 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Saturday, September 24, 2016 Klingons! Warp Speed! Tribbles! Come hear all about the world of Star Trek. Using power point, film clips and his own wisdom, renowned Star Trek historian, Larry Nemecek will tell about the Star Trek Universe. How it started; how the fans kept it alive, how it prospered in fifty years and what will be in store for the franchise in the years ahead. Come with questions you’ve always wondered about, like “Did Shatner always wear a toupee when he played Kirk?” or “What does blood wine really taste like?” Call the Library or visit our website to sign up! All ages welcome! www.whitelakelibrary.org or call: 248-698-4942 ext 2 Amy -- Amy Rosen Head of Adult Services White Lake Township Library 7527 E Highland Road White Lake MI 48383 248-698-4942 ext 100 whitelakelibrary.org

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Free MeL webinar - MeL means business: The new business portal - Sept 28, 3:30pm Eastern
by David Votta 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Tour the new MeL business portal and discover new ways to give your business and entrepreneur community a competitive advantage. Please join us on September 28, at 3:30pm Eastern, for a 30-minute webinar focused on MeL business resources and the newly designed portal. Registration is free and open to all Michigan library staff. Read more and register for this webinar<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…>. http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI… This webinar will be recorded, archived, and made available. http://mcls.org/mel/mel-training-events/ Please share. Thank you. David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI & Indianapolis, IN Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> "If you're not confused, you're not paying attention." -Tom Peters

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spending limits policy
by Perri Saunders 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Does anyone have a *simple* policy on spending limits? Something like "the director can't spend more than $$ on a non-emergency purchase without prior approval by board" Thanks in advance for your help! -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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Additinal information on Tax Capture Legislation
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Hello Everyone! I wanted to clarify the News information I sent on the pending Michigan Legislation on transparency for Tax Capture entities. I want to be sure that readers don't confuse the legislation in the story today with the longstanding legislation SB 579 and SB 619-624. SB 579 and SB 619-624 are the bills that will provide the opt out provisions for Libraries. The bill discussed in the story this morning, SB 1026, while interesting from a FOIA perspective, is only a bill that will provide some transparency - it is NOT related to the far more important and library-related SB 579 and SB 619-624. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions! Additional information on these bills and others is also available at the MLA website</%20http:/www.milibraries.org/>, as well as http://www.milibraries.org/mla-advocacy---july-28-2016 , as well as the Legislature's site SB 579<http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2015-SB-0579>, SB 619-624<http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2015-SB-0624> Have a great Day! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517-335-8132 MembielaC(a)michigan.gov Information within this message is for educational and informational purposes only. No information in this message constitutes, nor should be interpreted as, legal advice or opinion. Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D2039A.4E4BC0C0]

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FW: Britannica Listserv Announcement: It’s Backwards Day at Britannica!
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Good stuff for your work in MI schools from BritannicaSchool in MeL! Deb D. R. Biggs, MA AMLS Library Consultant/MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education 517-373-4466 [cid:image004.png@01D213F7.D1EBD830]<http://facebook.com/mel.org> [cid:image005.png@01D213F7.D1EBD830] <http://mel.org/> [cid:image006.png@01D213F7.D1EBD830] <http://twitter.com/meldotorg> It’s Backwards Day at Britannica! In this case, being backwards works to your benefit! With Britannica School’s “Educator” tab you can reverse search curriculum standards. This means that you can choose your state, your subject, and your grade level and discover all of the Britannica articles that are correlated to each standard. Find this feature here<http://school.eb.com/levels/middle/educators>, or, one might say, here<http://school.eb.com/levels/middle/educators> feature this find! You’re invited! Join us for any of our complimentary webinars! Find dates and topics here: britannicalearn.com/pd<http://britannicalearn.com/professional-development/>.

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Sanibel (FL) Public Library-Information Technology Manager position open!
by Jobeth Bradbury 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Information Technology Manager-Sanibel (FL) Public Library Is the <http://www.sanlib.org/> Sanibel Public Library "Your Library Reimagined?" Join the Library's Leadership Team and celebrate the Library's future while honoring its history as their new Information Technology Manager. The successful candidate, with generosity of spirit, time and creativity, will significantly contribute to the Library's $5 million interior renovation project focusing on the Library as a "space" and a "place" serving people-both external and internal customers. Key opportunities are: working on the Library's Your Library Reimagined project-developing user-centered design including more flexibility and portability, using technologies effectively, and preservation of Sanibel's local history through the Sanibel Memory project. The Sanibel Public Library, governed by a seven member elected Board of Library Commissioners, includes a committed fourteen-member Staff Team, and has a $1.8 operating budget. The Library, serving 6,500 people (swelling to 35,000 in the winter season), continues to be a community anchor encouraging discovery, enrichment and lifelong learning. Warm weather, beautiful beaches, a blue-ribbon elementary school (Lee County School District), an outstanding library, and an international airport provide a superb quality of life on <https://sanibel-captiva.org/> Sanibel Island, Lee County, FL-part of the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida region. Due to easy causeway access, Sanibel's 17.5 square miles is a popular global tourist destination and is known for its shell beaches and wildlife refuges. The Island hosts the Sanibel Historical Village, other museums and theaters as well as the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation, the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, and the Sanibel Sea School. Sanibel has thoughtfully and deliberatively maintained a balance between development and preservation of the island's ecology. For more information about the Library and Sanibel Island, visit <http://www.gossagesager.com/sanilbellinks.htm> Sanibel Links. Responsibilities. The IT Manager serves on the Library's Management Team and reports to the Library Director. Illustrative responsibilities include: leading the Library's overall technology activities (IT, web development and digital collections); ensuring that successful technology services align with the Library's mission and plan; planning, preparing and monitoring the technology budgets; developing and implementing staff and customer training; and providing the technology vision, leadership, infrastructure, tools and services to support excellent customer service. Visit the complete <http://www.gossagesager.com/sanibeljobdesc.pdf> position announcement. Qualifications: Minimum required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of five years' experience in information technology, computer services and internal/external technology support. Preferred qualifications include an ALA-accredited MLS; a minimum of three years' experience in a library setting; a sound working knowledge of metadata tools, ILS software, web technologies, image editing programs; a working knowledge of PC hardware, applications, and current library technology trends; and supervisory experience. Professional initiative, creativity and flexibility are highly desirable traits. Compensation. The salary range is $60,080-85,500 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact <http://www.gossagesager.com/> Bradbury Miller Associates via email or telephone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to <mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com> Jobeth Bradbury. The position closes November 6, 2016. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311 6172&sit=xckjbseib&f=15a6803e-8d83-46e6-8d14-545a610c8414> our newsletter to get the latest updates! --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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last chance to register for early October MCLS cataloging classes!
by Jan Davidson 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Don't miss your chance to register for upcoming MCLS cataloging workshops! Last chance! Deadlines are approaching fast! Copy cataloging of digital resources using RDA<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> (3 day class), Oct. 4 - 6, 10am - 12noon Eastern (online) *Last chance to register! Deadline this Friday, 9/23/16!* Authorities<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> (3 day class), Oct. 4 - 6, 1:30 - 3:30pm Eastern (online) *Last chance to register! Deadline 9/28/16!* MARC: an introduction<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> (3 day class), Oct. 11 - 13, 10am - 12noon Eastern (online) *Last chance to register! Deadline 9/28/16!* Copy cataloging of monographs using RDA<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> (3 day class), Oct. 11 - 13, 1:30 - 3:30pm Eastern (online) *Last chance to register! Deadline 9/28/16!* More October workshops to consider: Rare book cataloging: an introduction<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> (3 day class), Oct. 18 - 20, 10am - 12noon Eastern (online) *Registration deadline Oct. 4* Original cataloging of digital resources using RDA<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> (3 day class), Oct. 18 - 20, 1:30 - 3:30pm Eastern (online) *Registration deadline Oct. 4* Original cataloging of sound recordings<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…> (3 day class), Oct. 26 - 28, 2:00 - 4:00pm Eastern (online) *Registration deadline Oct. 12* Questions? Email Training(a)mcls.org<mailto:Training@mcls.org>. We hope to see you online for a workshop in October! Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910-3657 Phone: 517-492-3811 ext. 111 Fax: 517-492-3812 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> http://www.mcls.org<http://www.mcls.org/> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://www.mcls.org/training-events Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org

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Job Posting
by Jeri Wonders 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

MUSKEGON AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY An Equal Opportunity Employer Job Title: Librarian II – Full-Time – Youth Services Status: Full Time (Union) Rate: $18.49 – $21.94 hourly Posted: September 8, 2016 Deadline: October 7, 2016 The Muskegon Area District Library has 10 locations throughout Muskegon County, including a Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. Muskegon County is located along the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline with waterfront, rivers, woods and dunes. You’ll enjoy a lifestyle that is Pure Michigan. http://muskegon.org/go-muskegon/relocation-toolkit/ http://hellowestmichigan.com/ A Librarian II, under the general direction of a higher level Librarian, performs various professional level library services in the library system requiring knowledge of library principles, practices and techniques. An employee in this class may assume responsibility for the administration and effective operation of a medium branch library or library division. A Librarian II may provide technical guidance to employees and perform other related duties as assigned. Essential Functions; A Librarian II may be called upon to do any or all of the following (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform). ▪May coordinate operations of a medium branch library; ▪Maintains assigned subject area; ▪Reviews and recommends selection of books and other library materials; ▪Organizes and maintains specialized reference materials and information files; ▪Compiles bibliographies and assembles materials on special subjects; ▪Provides clerical and technical guidance in any of the major library functional areas; ▪Provides complete reader assistance service in a variety of areas including reference books and tools, book selection, and use of the online catalog and online resources; ▪Plans, develops and executes library programs and special exhibits for special groups; ▪Coordinates the selection of children’s books and assists in the planning of children’s programs for all branches; ▪Maintains audio visual materials, and recommends selection of materials for these collections; ▪As children’s librarian at a major branch, will select books, organize children’s materials, plan and conduct programs, and address children’s classes at branch and at schools; ▪Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience; 1. Required Experience and Training Must possess a Master’s degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association. Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license. 1. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ▪Considerable knowledge of professional library principles, practices, and techniques; ▪Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends, and developments in the field of library science appropriate to the areas of assignment; ▪Considerable knowledge of reader interest levels, books, authors and reference materials; ▪Considerable ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing; ▪Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments; ▪Ability to coordinate work activities of other employees; ▪Ability to operate a computer terminal. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES An employee in this class must be in good physical condition such to allow for the lifting of library books and other materials weighing up to thirty-five (35) pounds; and for walking and standing for extended periods; and for reaching and bending as extensive mobility throughout the library is necessary. To apply for this position send a completed application (applications can be found at www.madl.org<http://www.madl.org> ), resume and cover letter by 5:00 p.m. Friday, October 7, 2016 to: Muskegon Area District Library Attn: HR 4845 Airline Road Muskegon, MI 49444 Or email to jwonders(a)madl.org

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Bill To Require Reporting By Tax Capture Authorities Wins Senate Committee OK
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

Good Morning Everyone! I saw this on Gongwers this morning and thought it might be of some interest . While this legislation is not specifically pertaining to Libraries, the prospect of more transparency with respect to Tax Capture is a notion that is welcome both to protect Library Funding - and to perhaps create awareness of avenues for library/DDA partnerships.(?) https://shar.es/1xvGzP Bill To Require Reporting By Tax Capture Authorities Wins Senate Committee OK Tax capture entities like downtown development authorities would have to report information about their activities to the Department of Treasury and hold regular open informational meetings under legislation approved Tuesday by a Senate committee. These entities have come under greater scrutiny in recent years. They have the power to capture growth in tax revenues from within the district since the creation of the specific entity, siphoning off revenues from the larger city, township, village or county. The bill, SB 1026<http://www.gongwer.com/programming/legislation_billdetail.cfm?billid=2015SB…>[*]<javascript://>, would require each municipality that created an authority to establish a webpage with access to the authority's records and budget documents, annual audits, the authority's current contracts, authority staff contact information and the currently adopted tax increment finance plan, among other information. The webpage would have to include an explanation for any funds accumulated over five years, a list of authority accomplishments, a list of authority projects and investments and a list of authority events and promotional campaigns. The bill also would require the authority to file with Treasury data about its revenue collections, fund balance, expenditures and amount of principal and interest on any outstanding debt, among other information. Under the bill, Treasury could bar noncomplying authorities from capturing new revenue beyond that needed to make debt payments. The Economic Development and International Investment Committee reported the bill on a 6-0 vote.Sen. Jim Stamas<http://www.gongwer.com/programming/bio.cfm?nameid=210301&locid=1> (R-Midland) did not vote on the bill. - See more at: http://www.gongwer.com/programming/news.cfm?article_ID=551850107#sthash.xB0… Michigan Report for Tuesday, September 20, 2016 This message was sent using ShareThis (http://www.sharethis.com) Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517-335-8132 MembielaC(a)michigan.gov Information within this message is for educational and informational purposes only. No information in this message constitutes, nor should be interpreted as, legal advice or opinion. Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D2039A.4E4BC0C0]

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