November 2020 - Michlib-l

leasing a library building summary
by Melissa Huisman 11 Nov '20

11 Nov '20

Hi! Below and attached is the summary of what I received in response to my query about leasing a building for library use. I took out the names to protect the innocent but if you need any more details, just ask. Thank you all very much! We are now thinking of having the developer/owner build the building but treat our part of it as a condo - where we own that part of it - but they still take care of all the big things and the outside. If that raises red flags with anyone, let me know! Melissa Huisman Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville 616-669-1255 November 20 Subject: Leasing a building for library use Responses from Michlib-L: There are definitely advantages and disadvantages to both. I have nine libraries in the district. We currently only own one of them, although we just purchase a building to move one of our branches that we are leasing into next year. The current tenants are leasing it back from us while they build their new facility, which is why I asked which one you were curious about. Four of our libraries are school/publics, so the school owns the building, but we do pay rent for one of them (long story). Two others are located in Township offices, and we don't pay any rent on those. That brings us to the two others that we do pay rent on. One of them is actually owned by the Friends of the Library group. This was before I came, and the agreement with them is the thing of nightmares. I never would have agreed to it, regardless of how nice the building is. We pay them an outrageous amount of money, and they constantly try to run the library. It is awful, so don't ever do that. The other building is a standard lease with landlords. They are not good landlords, and they lease out other parts of the building, which has caused issues. They do not fix things, and they are just difficult people. They were selling the building, and at one time we made an offer to buy it. But then it turned out they didn't really want to sell it, just do a land contract. We did not want this, so we ended up buying another building down the street. So obvious disadvantages to renting/leasing are if you don't have good landlords, or if they raised the rent often, or if they had all kinds of restrictions on what you could do in the building in terms of shelving, flooring, etc. Advantages are that problems with the building are someone else's problem, usually utilities and snow plowing are built into the rent cost, and you can leave when the lease is up if it's not working out. When you own a building, it is all on you. Last year at the one building we own, we had to replace all of our lighting at a cost of about $23,000. We had to replace the entire fire safety system, at a cost of about $36,000. We had to upgrade our restrooms to make them ADA handicapped accessible at a cost of about $25,000, and we had to replace a boiler for about $18,000. The building was built in the 1970s and stuff is just starting to fail. We pay around $1,500 a month in the winter to plow. We have to pay for lawn service in the summer. A couple years ago the incoming water pipes froze, and we had to run a hose from the hydrant to be able to flush the toilets. The parking lot has to be resurfaced every few years. There have been roof issues, HVAC issues, the carpeting needs replacing but that is far down the list when you are talking heat and lights. But, we can do whatever we want to the building as far as painting, construction, etc. I would look at all the advantages and disadvantages closely, as well as overhead costs before making your decision. ***** I am not currently doing this but we did look into it when we found out that Saranac Library did not own 2/3rds of our buildings in 2018. The first thing the Village proposed was that we lease it from them even though we hadn't been doing anything for 20+ years.... We also rented space for Clarksville through February 2017. So if you have specific questions, I am more than happy to see if I can answer them or I can just give you the pros and cons that we went over plus the pros and cons of when we were renting Clarksville (although I will be honest, there weren't many pros in that situation but ...) We currently own all of our own buildings, phew! ***** We lease 2 of our locations, our Main Branch from the county, and a small branch from the local township. The relationship between the library and the county has been a difficult one, since the late 90s/early 00s. The Director at the time took issue with the stipulation that the library had to pay a sizable annual sum to the county for improvements and repairs and was not allowed much say as to when and what repairs were done. We are now preparing to buy the building outright since it was built in 1977 and is pretty much entirely original and needs major renovations. Our smaller location is not a bad arrangement, though there are some building maintenance issues and code issues we would like to see addressed. We currently do not pay the county any money for our Main Branch building; we carry insurance on the contents of the building, and pay 100% of any cost related to building repair/maintenance. We pay the township $4,300 a year for our lease on the other space. Please feel free to call if you would like more details! ***** We have been a district library for more than 25 years and the city owns our building. We started out with a lease but that eventually faded away with new city managers and a new library director a few years ago. We are searching for a new director now and when he/sh is in place I would like to negotiate a new lease. As of now, the city picks up our trash, mows our lawn because we are part of a park property, and does probably 75% of snow removal. We only do the snow removal after the city employees have gone home for the day or on Saturdays when we are open. We also provide the electrical service for one part of the park that has a lighted gazebo and welcome sign and it's near our building. When it comes to big issues like roof repairs, we started a 50/50 cost split a few years ago. It has enabled us to get two sections of roof replaced that were in serious disrepair and leaked for many years. (In response to question) That's correct, no formal lease. We deal with issues on an individual basis so it's not great. Hard to budget and plan, plus the big ticket items get shelved. I very much get caught in the middle with being responsible for the building but yet not able to do everything we need to do to keep the building in good shape. Luckily we have a Friends group who has some money for improvements. They are paying for new landscaping this year along the front of the building. Let me know if you have any other questions, and I appreciate getting to see the other responses. Sounds like there's all sorts of ways to do this but none of them are really easy. It would be hard for us to be responsible for 100% of the costs of our building. ***** My Summary from a phone conversation with another Library: They lease 2 of their spaces. At one time they considered having the main downtown library built for them by a developer and then leasing it from them. So, they did a lot of research. Notes: Work first with a Library Architect to get a "program" which is not a schematic but a plan for the right size and space for the right purposes for our community. They determine how much room you need, how many square footage of shelving, space for programming and staff, public seating, etc. Make sure to leave room to grow. Partnering with community center is a plus for both. Developer is in charge of constructing the building, but takes into account special library needs. Floors need to be more weight bearing than regular office space. Lighting or Foot candleing is different. Everything must be ADA of course. Any conduit, connections, wiring must be big enough to grow for technology. Library must be at street level. Include Study rooms, reading rooms, meeting rooms or a small auditorium, space for staff. Don't neglect staff work area space - open staff space with cubicles is better than individual offices (except for director, HR, finance, etc.) Use a lawyer and get a 99 year lease. Set the terms and make sure you are getting a fair deal. Any price increases should be incremental and small. The library can't be treated like a for profit business. Library helps drives traffic for the other retail tenants - so they should treat us well. Contract must state that if the building is sold, the library's space and arrangements don't change. Budget for legal advice every year. Usually the city/library is responsible for cleaning and repair and maintenance on the interior. Cosmetic changes, shelving, flooring, etc can all be changed. The only thing you can't do is threaten the stability of the building - don't tear down load bearing walls. Building owner is responsible for outside of building and major things like HVAC, Elevators, stairs, ADA issues, landscaping and upkeep. ***** : [cid:image001.png@01D6B802.FDD553F0] Contact me: mhuisman(a)hudsonville.org<mailto:mhuisman@hudsonville.org> :: 616-669-1255 x 5

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by Clara Bohrer 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

It is with great pleasure to announce that Cathy Russ, current director of the Troy Public Library, will be the next director of the West Bloomfield Township Public effective December 14, 2020. Cathy brings a wealth of administrative experience, political savvy and a commitment to public service. Congratulations to Cathy from everyone here at WBTPL!! -- West Bloomfield Township Public Library <https://www.wblib.org/> 4600 Walnut Lake Road <https://maps.google.com/maps?q=West+Bloomfield+Township+Public+Library,+Wal…> West Bloomfield, MI 48323 <https://maps.google.com/maps?q=West+Bloomfield+Township+Public+Library,+Wal…> Main Phone: (248) 682-2120 Branch Phone: (248) 363-4022 <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Facebook&weblink=https://www.facebook.com/WestBloomfieldLibrary> <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Pinterest&weblink=https://www.pinterest.com/westbloomlib> <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Twitter&weblink=https://twitter.com/westbloomlib> <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Instagram&weblink=https://www.instagram.com/westbloomlib> This message is intended only for the individuals to whom it is addressed. Please note that it is strictly prohibited to disseminate, distribute or copy this information without expressed written permission. West Bloomfield Township Public Library does not guarantee that the integrity of this communication has been maintained or that this communication is free of viruses, interceptions, or interference.

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ALSC Summer Reading Program Grant - due 11/15
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

The ALSC Summer Reading Program Grant is designed to encourage reading programs for children in public libraries by providing $3,000 in financial assistance, while recognizing ALSC members for outstanding program development. Apply by November 15! http://bit.ly/alscsummerreadingprg Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> [cid:image001.png@01D6B781.66F959D0]

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Job Opening: Part-Time Library Assistant at Saline District Library
by Karrie Waarala 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

Saline District Library is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Library Assistant (12-15 hours/week). GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THIS POSITION: Library Assistants provide direct patron assistance through charging and discharging materials, answering questions in person and on the phone, and assisting in other library operations. This is a front line position that requires excellent public service skills. WAGE: Grade 4 $13.56 per hour Full job description and application instructions can be found on our website <https://www.salinelibrary.org/about/employment/>. Applications received by November 19 will receive first consideration.

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New e-mail
by sodustwplib＠comcast.net 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

Good afternoon, everyone. Please change the e-mail address for Sodus Township Library (zv309) from sodustwplib(a)comcast.net mailto:sodustwplib@comcast.net TO librarydirector(a)sodustwplibrary.org mailto:librarydirector@sodustwplibrary.org . Thanks! Please stay safe. Danette Albrecht Director Sodus Township Library librarydirector(a)sodustwplibrary.org

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JOB: Director, Middlebury Public Library, Indiana
by John Keister 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

Director, Middlebury Community Public Library (Indiana) Don’t miss this exciting opportunity located in Northern Indiana! The Middlebury Community Public Library <https://www.mdy.lib.in.us/> is looking for its next great Library Director. This opportunity is open due to the retirement of the current Director. Middlebury <http://www.middleburyin.com/>, located in north central Indiana, is within a short drive of Elkhart and South Bend. The community is in the heart of Amish country <https://www.indianascoolnorth.com/things-to-do/arts-entertainment/discover-…> an area of Indiana known for a great mix of cultural, historical, and family-friendly living options. The library, with a budget of about $1.1 million and a beautiful 16,800 square foot building, serves more than 22,000 residents of the Middlebury area. Salary $70,000 to $85,000/year, negotiable based on experience. Excellent benefits. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/middlebury <https://www.johnkeister.com/middlebury/> for details and to apply. We welcome inquiries. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries www.johnkeister.com <https://www.johnkeister.com/> middlebury(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:middlebury@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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MIOSHA Announcement: MDHHS and DTMB Roll Out COVID-19 Exposure Alert App Statewide
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

[MIOSHA Announcement] A message from the Michigan State Emergency Operations Center MDHHS and DTMB Roll Out COVID-19 Exposure Alert App Statewide Anonymous MI COVID Alert app notifies users of possible coronavirus exposure LANSING, MICH. - As part of the state's continued efforts to slow the increasing spread of COVID-19, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) yesterday announced the statewide rollout of the COVID-19 exposure notification app MI COVID Alert<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. The anonymous, no cost and voluntary app, piloted in Ingham County and on the campus of Michigan State University last month<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>, lets users know whether they may have recently been exposed to COVID-19. Users can confidentially submit a positive test result into the app and alert others in recent proximity that they may have also been exposed to the virus. "COVID cases and deaths are now rising fast," said Robert Gordon, director of MDHHS. "Using MI COVID Alert on your cell phone is a simple, safe step that everyone can take to protect themselves and their loved ones. It's free, it's easy, and it protects your privacy." Every Michigander is encouraged to download MI COVID Alert. Research from Oxford University<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> found a potential to reduce infections and deaths, even if just 15% of a population uses an exposure notification app like MI COVID Alert. In the initial weeks of the MSU-Ingham County pilot alone, 46,704 people downloaded the app. The number is the equivalent of approximately 23% of Ingham County residents ages 18- to 64-years-old and nearly 16% of the total Ingham County population. "This app has the potential to provide the kind of early exposure notification that is critical to preventing the spread of the virus," said Michigan State University Executive Vice President for Health Sciences, Dr. Norman J. Beauchamp Jr. "In addition to wearing a mask, social distancing and getting tested, downloading the app is one of the most important steps we can take to help keep our communities safe." When a person tests positive for COVID-19, they receive a randomly generated PIN from the local health department or State of Michigan case investigators that allows them to share their test results anonymously on the app. MI COVID Alert uses randomly generated phone codes and low energy Bluetooth technology instead of GPS location to protect privacy while looking back in time to determine close contact with other phones that have the app. If someone was in close contact with another person who submitted a positive COVID-19 test result, the close contact will receive a push notification once the positive test result is entered into the system. A notification means the app user was possibly within six feet for at least 15 minutes of someone who tested positive. Michigan worked with Apple and Google to make MI COVID Alert compatible with similar apps in other states. The app works in conjunction with traditional contact tracing, mask-wearing, hand washing and social distancing, but is not a replacement for these precautions or participation in contact tracing. People who are exposed to COVID-19 should get tested and consider quarantining, including watching for symptoms for 14 days from the date of possible exposure. Individuals in need of testing may visit the COVID-19 website<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> to find a testing location near them. They may also contact the Michigan COVID-19 hotline by calling 888-535-6136 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or dialing 2-1-1 on their mobile phone to locate and schedule an appointment at a nearby, off-campus testing location. The exposure notification feature included in recent iOS and Android operating system updates only works with a companion app like MI COVID Alert. The app is available in the Apple and Google app stores. Other states, including Virginia, Arizona, New York, Alabama and New Jersey, recently launched similar exposure notifications apps statewide. Additional states have apps in development. Information around the COVID-19 outbreak is changing rapidly. The latest information is available at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> and CDC.gov/Coronavirus<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>.

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Webinar: Broadband Technologies: Today and Beyond
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

Connected Nation is beginning a webinar series on November 17 around the topic of broadband. Libraries may be interested in these offerings to learn more about the larger picture outside of their own walls relating to broadband, partnerships, and other community anchor institutions. Please use the link below to register for the free event. This event is offered by Connected Nation Michigan so please direct questions about content and platform to that organization. REGISTER: https://connectednation.cmail19.com/t/ViewEmail/j/18B0B83BDAAE854C2540EF23F… WHEN: Tuesday, November 17, 11:00 am ET TOPIC: Broadband Technologies: Today and Beyond Explore current and upcoming high-speed internet technology ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [http://i1.cmail19.com/ei/j/E8/98D/FD7/010821/csfinal/103A_Michigan_Hori_Ful…] BROADBAND TECHNOLOGIES: TODAY AND BEYOND When: Nov 17, 2020 11:00 AM (Eastern) Topic: Broadband Technologies: Today and Beyond Description: Please join Connected Nation's Chip Spann and Wes Kerr as they discuss the predominant technologies providing broadband service today and what kinds of technologies we can expect in the future. [REGISTER NOW FOR THE WEBINAR] [http://i1.cmail19.com/ei/j/E8/98D/FD7/010821/csfinal/SpannChip_01-de147c40b…] Chip Spann, Director, Engineering & Technical Services [http://i2.cmail19.com/ei/j/E8/98D/FD7/010821/csfinal/KerrWes_02-best-1599ac…] Wes Kerr, Director, Community Solutions [Facebook]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furl.email…> [Twitter]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furl.email…> [Website]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furl.email…> Connected Nation P. O. Box 3448 Bowling Green, KY 42102-3448 info(a)connectednation.org<mailto:info@connectednation.org> Our mission is to improve lives by providing innovative solutions that expand the access, adoption, and use of high-speed internet and its related technologies to all people. Everyone belongs in a Connected Nation. Copyright 2020 [http://i10.cmail19.com/static/eb/master/13-the-blueprint-3/images/fblike-ic…] Share <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furl.email…> [http://i9.cmail19.com/static/eb/master/13-the-blueprint-3/images/tweet-icon…] Tweet <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furl.email…> [http://i1.cmail19.com/static/eb/master/13-the-blueprint-3/images/lishare-ic…] Share <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furl.email…> [http://i2.cmail19.com/static/eb/master/13-the-blueprint-3/images/forward-ic…] Forward <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furl.email…>

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Tutoring databases
by Mark Grotelueschen 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

Hello, Does any library who offers an online tutoring database for patrons have any recommendations for products/companies that have worked well for you? Our library system is looking into adding this as an additional virtual service. Appreciate any recommendations. Mark Grotelueschen Head of Reference Services Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library 500 Center Avenue Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ext.2212 mgrotelueschen(a)baycountylibrary.org

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Magazine holders available.
by Janice 10 Nov '20

10 Nov '20

We have an abundance of magazine holders and magazine file holders available. The magazine files measure 61/2 x 10 and 91/2 x 11 1/2 if interested shoot me an email and let me know how many you are interested in. [image: image.png]

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