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Library of Michigan Webinar - Engaging Equity Endeavors : Unshelving the Fear in your DEI Mission
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 03 Jun '21

03 Jun '21

Registration now open for Engaging Equity Endeavors : Unshelving the Fear in your DEI Mission webinar. July 9, 2021 12:00PM-1:30PM EST-Engaging Equity Endeavors: Unshelving the Fear in your DEI Mission How can you utilize the opportunity of DEI in every aspect of your library from the lobby to the boardroom. This webinar seeks to empower and educate on the importance of DEI work in every level of library involvement. Considering patrons, vendors, staff and the board of trustees. For more information and to register, visit the event page<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…> (https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…) Thank you, Becky Wartella Department Technician Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Are you, or do you know, a certified teacher wanting to get back to the classroom? We can help streamline the path back. Please click here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>. [cid:image001.jpg@01D75866.02F702D0]

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STATE LIBRARIAN'S EXCELLENCE AWARD
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 03 Jun '21

03 Jun '21

STATE LIBRARIAN'S EXCELLENCE AWARD APPLICATION INFORMATION The Library of Michigan Foundation's State Librarian's Excellence Award<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.libra…> will be awarded to a library of any type (public, academic, school, special, tribal, etc.), including branch libraries, that exemplifies excellence in customer service. One (1) library in the state of Michigan will receive this prestigious award each year. The recipient library will receive a $3,000 cash prize and a trophy for display in its public area. Two Library of Michigan Foundation Citations of Excellence will be presented and the recipient libraries will each receive $1,000 and a small trophy for display. DEADLINE The absolute deadline for nominations is Friday, August 13, 2021. There will be no extensions. Submissions will be accepted online only. EVALUATION FACTORS Include demonstrating that your library provides superior service to its customers and community through library programs and staff interactions with customers and the service community. NOMINATION SUBMISSION Library directors, trustees, library users, administrators, or parent agency representatives may make nominations. *Note: Nominations entered should be for the library, not for the library director. Nominations may be submitted via the online application, linked below. You will need to create a username and password to access and complete the application. If you have previously created an account when applying for a grant from the Library of Michigan, you may use that same username and password. SUBMIT AN APPLICATION https://www.GrantRequest.com/SID_5829?SA=SNA&FID=35054<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.grant…> RETURN TO A SAVED OR SUBMITTED APPLICATION https://www.grantrequest.com/SID_5829?SA=AM<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.grant…> Nominations must be supported by at least three letters of recommendation from the Library's constituency (patrons/customers, members of governing bodies, community organizations or groups, others you feel are relevant). Selection panel representatives include the State Librarian, the director of the SLEA- winning library from the previous year, and representatives from the Library of Michigan, an academic library, a public library, a school library, and a special library. The award recipients will be recognized by the State Librarian at the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milib…> in October. CONTACT PERSON Lori Poznanski-Mason, Administrative Assistant to the State Librarian Library of Michigan Email: Poznanskil(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Poznanskil@Michigan.gov> Phone: 517-335-1518

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Job Posting - Substitute Library Page and Circulation Assistant
by Mary Cook 03 Jun '21

03 Jun '21

Good morning, The Allendale Township Library in Allendale, MI has an opening for a Substitute Library Page/Circulation Assistant. The job posting and to apply is available at: https://allendaletwp.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=62&source=allendale-twp Best, Mary Cook Library Director Allendale Township Library 6175 Library Lane Allendale, MI 49401 616-895-4178 x1301

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Library of Michigan Trustee Training Webinars
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 02 Jun '21

02 Jun '21

Greetings! The Library of Michigan is offering a two-part training for Trustees. Part1: Trustee Training 101: The Basics - July 12, 2021 1:00pm-2:30pm EST - This session will cover the basic information newly appointed or elected library trustees should know in order to begin their tenure governing a public library. This session will cover the basic information newly appointed or elected library trustees should know in order to begin their tenure governing a public library. Participants in this session will : 1)Learn the duties and responsibilities of Library Trustees 2) Understand the library's role as a public entity. 3) Know where to find additional information and answers to questions that they may have as they adjust to their new positions. For more information and to register for this webinar, visit the event page<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…>. (https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…) Part2: Trustee Training 102: Advanced Trustees - July 19, 2021 1:00pm-2:30pm EST - This session will delve into laws on library funding, transparency, as well as the relationship of the board to their director, staff, the library friends' group, their municipality and their fellow board members. This session will delve into board responsibilities and limits with respect to governing these situations, and a trustee's relationship and responsibility towards the Director, staff, the friends' group, their municipality and their fellow board members. Participants in this webinar will: 1) Be able to recognize their responsibilities and limits as public officials charged with the care of the library. 2) Be able to identify key requirements of the Open Meetings Act as it applies to Public Library Board Meetings. 3) Understand how libraries are funded and the significance of managing public funds. For more information and to register for this webinar, visit the event page<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…>. (https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…) Hope to see you then. Thank you, Becky Wartella Department Technician Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Are you, or do you know, a certified teacher wanting to get back to the classroom? We can help streamline the path back. Please click here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>. [cid:image001.jpg@01D757B2.10FCD800]

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E-rate Emergency Connectivity Fund Workshop from SHLB
by White, Shannon (MDE) 02 Jun '21

02 Jun '21

The workshop below is a fee-based opportunity but since there is so much information out there I still thought it worth pushing out to the library community. LM is also continuing to offer additional webinars over the summer about connectivity funding but some of you may want to have alternatives or additional chances to hear about funds. Please see below from SHLB. sdw [Special Workshop: E-rate Emergency Connectivity Fund]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshlb.us12…> Agenda Finalized for Special Workshop: E-rate Emergency Connectivity Fund The SHLB Coalition's E-rate Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) virtual workshop is one week away, so we're writing to share the final agenda. Take a look at the outline below, and keep reading for additional details! 1:00 p.m. ET Welcome and Introductions Jump to Section 1:15 p.m. ET Overview of ECF Legislation Jump to Section 1:25 p.m. ET Overview of ECF FCC Order Jump to Section 2:10 p.m. ET Breakout Sessions Schools Libraries Jump to Section Vendors 3:35 p.m. ET Comparing the ECF to the Emergency Broadband Benefit, and other federal broadband programs Jump to Section Register Now<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshlb.us12…> We look forward to seeing you virtually on June 9, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. ET! Agenda Details Welcome and Introductions Introductions [John Windhausen]John Windhausen Executive Director SHLB Coalition [Rachelle Chong]Rachelle Chong Chairwoman, Board of Directors SHLB Coalition Opening Remarks [Sen Markey]U.S. Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.) [Chairwoman Rosenworcel]FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel Overview of ECF Legislation [Reg Leichty]Reg Leichty Founder and Partner Foresight Law + Policy Overview of ECF FCC Order FCC Presenter Breakout Sessions - Library Track Overview - Libraries and the ECF [Bob Bocher]Bob Bocher Fellow, Office of Public Policy and Advocacy American Library Association Moderated Panel on Topics Including (but not limited to!): * Defining "educational purpose" * CIPA compliance * Document retention * Estimating unmet need * How to determine unavailability of service * Audience questions Bocher will be joined by [Eric]Eric Flock Director of E-rate Services E-rate Central [Debi Sovereign]Debi Sovereign Kellogg and Sovereign LLC Comparing the ECF to the Emergency Broadband Benefit, and other federal broadband programs [Sean Davis]Sean Davis Manager of Research and Policy NDIA [Jeff Mitchell]Jeff Mitchell Counsel Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth Register Now<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshlb.us12…> [Website]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shlb.o…> [Twitter]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshlb.us12…> [Facebook]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshlb.us12…> [LinkedIn]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshlb.us12…> Shannon White Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan>

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Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive to Expand High-Speed Internet Access For Michiganders
by White, Shannon (MDE) 02 Jun '21

02 Jun '21

[Header 2021]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2021 Contact: press(a)michigan.gov<mailto:press@michigan.gov> Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive to Expand High-Speed Internet Access For Michiganders Creation of Michigan High-Speed Internet Office will bring high-speed internet access to more residents, homes, and small businesses across the state LANSING, Mich. -- Governor Gretchen Whitmer today issued Executive Directive 2021-02 to help bridge the digital divide by establishing the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI) to make high-speed internet more affordable and accessible. With high-speed internet becoming a necessity in our educational, professional, and personal lives, the new office will be dedicated to coordinating and advancing the State's efforts to ensure that every home and business in our state has access to an affordable, reliable high-speed connection that meets their needs and the skills to use it effectively. Governor Whitmer announced the new office at the Dick & Sandy Dauch Club, part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan. "COVID-19 has only confirmed how the lack of high-speed internet access can cause too many Michiganders to struggle in their ability to engage in online learning, to use telemedicine to seek needed healthcare, to search for a new job or to take advantage of all the online resources," said Governor Whitmer. "A fully connected Michigan is essential for our state to reach its economic potential in the 21st century global economy." Over $2.5 billion in potential economic benefit is left unrealized each year due to the digital divide. The divide includes both the hundreds of thousands of households that have not yet been reached by high-speed internet infrastructure, as well as the estimated 865,000 households that are disconnected due to the cost of subscribing to service or purchasing an appropriate device, a lack of digital skills, or other related barriers. "Internet access is the most critical, enabling infrastructure that we can invest in. Whether you're a student, an entrepreneur, a senior citizen, a farmer, a manufacturer, a job seeker, or any other Michigander, more opportunities and resources are available to you when you and your family are connected," said Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II. "There is bipartisan consensus that we need to close gaps in internet access and adoption. This is our generational opportunity to leverage the tremendous resources that are being made available at the federal level to develop the innovative partnerships that will achieve the goal of getting every home and business the high-speed connection they need." MIHI will be housed inside the Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO). With its focus on aligning Michigan's economic and workforce development activities, LEO is well positioned to help MIHI develop the necessary infrastructure to bring service to each home and business in our state. MIHI will be responsible for developing the State's high-speed internet strategy and coordinating its funding and implementation. Under the directive, the department will designate a Chief Connectivity Officer to serve as head of the office. "Expanding high-speed internet access and affordability will help ensure that Michigan remains a world leader in innovation," said LEO Acting Director Susan Corbin. "We need to make major investments to support digital inclusion and this office will be focused on leveraging every dollar available through the American Recovery Plan and other federal programs." Gaps in high-speed internet availability, affordability, adoption, and use disproportionately impact communities of color, those in rural areas, and low-income households. Evidence demonstrates that increasing opportunities to get connected have a range of benefits, including: Education High-speed internet connections help students earn higher grades and build the digital skills they will need to succeed in higher education and the workforce. Students who miss out on digital skills are less likely to be interested in careers related to science, technology, engineering, and math. Regardless of socioeconomic status, students without a high-speed connection at home are less likely to attend college or university. Health Outcomes Telemedicine has long been recognized as a way to increase access to care in areas where reaching a provider's office in-person can be challenging or to make it possible to consult with a specialist without having to travel to a major medical center. In addition, there is evidence that telemedicine reduces hospitalizations of nursing home patients and reduces health care costs. Small Businesses Small businesses that have websites have higher annual revenues and are more likely to have recently hired one or more employees than similar businesses that aren't online. Those that use social media weekly are three times more likely to have hired recently than those that don't. Seniors Increased access to the internet can help address issues of isolation among older adults. Studies have shown that isolation is associated with worse health outcomes and even premature death among adults age 50 and over. Civic Engagement Broadband is essential for the modern electorate to have access to educational materials about candidates and issues on ballots, as well as information on voter registration and precinct locations. Climate Change Advanced grid technologies such as sensors, advanced metering infrastructure, grid monitoring and control systems, and remote reconfiguration and redundancy systems will be used to detect and solve problems remotely. Rural Development Gaining high-speed internet connections can help support economic development in virtually all sectors of rural economies, ranging from farming to manufacturing to tourism and recreation. Rural communities that lack connectivity struggle to recruit businesses and retain population. "Affordable and reliable high-speed Internet access can provide new opportunities for Michiganders 50 and over to use telehealth and other technologies that improve the quality of life and enable more people to age in place, where they prefer to be," said Paula D. Cunningham, AARP Michigan State Director. "Broadband can support devices that make home health care a viable option for people with limited mobility or who live in rural areas far from health care facilities. Finally, increased access to the Internet, smart phones and computers can help address issues of isolation among older adults." "As a nonprofit organization, Connected Nation Michigan has been working with the State since 2009 to help close the digital divide. I am excited for today's announcement, as so many previous efforts have recommended a state high-speed internet office and it has finally come to fruition," said Eric Fredrick, Vice President for Community Affairs for Connected Nation Michigan. "Having this single point of contact will help to create a more digitally equitable state and ensure every Michigander has what they need to succeed in a digital economy." "Bridging the digital divide is a critical need for our state's rural communities, Main Street businesses and agriculture sector, and we appreciate Governor Whitmer's commitment to ensure state government is unified in its approach to tackling this challenge," said Chuck Lippstreu, president of the Michigan Agri-Business Association. "We look forward to working with the new Office of High-Speed Internet to share agriculture's unique perspective and do our part to connect Michigan." The Michigan High-Speed Internet Office is just the latest effort from the Whitmer Administration to expand high-speed internet access and affordability. In October 2020, Governor Whitmer and Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist announced the formation of the Connecting Michigan Taskforce, an interagency working group that has helped align the efforts related to high-speed internet access across state agencies and departments. That same month, Governor Whitmer also signed into law the Broadband Expansion Act of Michigan, which codified the Connecting Michigan Communities (CMIC) grant program that, to date, has announced $12.7 million in grant awards that will help connect more than 12,200 homes and businesses. Additional grant awards will be announced later this month. Earlier this year, the Michigan Infrastructure Council also launched the "Dig Once" Project Portal that is designed for infrastructure asset owners to document infrastructure and utility work, which will help improve coordination and was called for both in the 21st Century Infrastructure Commission Report published in 2016 and the Michigan Broadband Roadmap published in 2018. During the Whitmer Administration, Michigan-based companies have secured significant federal grant funding, including $363 million through the Federal Communications Commission's Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, $4.8 million through the FCC's COVID-19 Telehealth Program, and $32.6 million through the United States Department of Agriculture's ReConnect Program. $25 million in funding provided by the CARES Act was used to support device purchasing and distance learning, and another $29.75 million to establish an educational equity fund. 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Employee Disciplinary Policy
by Katherine Francis 02 Jun '21

02 Jun '21

Hello, I'm looking to develop an employee disciplinary policy for our library. We are a small class 2 library and have never really had the need for one but I would like to have something in place and in writing just in case. I would really appreciate any examples of policies other libraries have. Katherine Francis Utica Public Library 586-731-4141

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Periodical shelving, double faced, black steel for sale
by Shellie Jeffries 02 Jun '21

02 Jun '21

Hello, We are selling some used black steel, double faced periodical shelving. We have five 36" W units. They are 78" H and 32" deep (35.5" deep with end panels) and have five cantilever shelves each. They are completely disassembled and take up a space that's about 80" H x 47" W x 52" D. You can see images of the units here <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1v7lO6u4uKovZ9927U1nLOr3zs2R1kvyQ>, with some details included that we hope helps when it comes time to reassemble them. It's pretty nice shelving and has served us well. We are selling everything together, especially since the shelves are disassembled, and are asking $175 per unit, for a total of $875. This price includes end panels, canopy tops and fasteners. We ask that the buyer pick up the shelving; we are not able to send or deliver it. If you're interested, please email me at shellie.jeffries(a)aquinas.edu. --Shellie -- *Shellie Jeffries | **Library Director* *Aquinas College* 1700 Fulton Street E *|* Grand Rapids, MI 49506 w 616.632.2130 c 616.241.4566 e jeffrmic(a)aquinas.edu aquinas.edu <https://www.aquinas.edu/library> *|* Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/Grace-Hauenstein-Library-at-Aquinas-College-135101…> *|* Twitter <https://twitter.com/AQLibrary>

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ABOS Book Bike Week
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 02 Jun '21

02 Jun '21

Join the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services (ABOS) for Book Bike Week, August 2-6, where we will showcase library book bike programs on our social media pages. Submit your photo using the form provided below by July 26. https://forms.gle/D3YT6uF8xaMeJtVb9<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle…> Questions? Email vicepresident(a)abos-outreach.com<mailto:vicepresident@abos-outreach.com> Pedal Power! David Kelsey 2021 ABOS President 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.jpg@01D75796.4F41C420] Check with your local public library for details on their summer library program!

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StoryWalk
by EMAIL TEAM 02 Jun '21

02 Jun '21

Dear Directors, If you have a story walk at your library, do you use the StoryWalk trademark and include the promotional statement. Stephanie Daniels, Director Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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