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Youth & Teens Services: virtual meeting reminder
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

MiYouth Virtual Meetings - Wednesdays, 10:00 AM ET This Wednesday, April 8th, we will discuss how best to support our educators and students in a time of unexpected school closures. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichigan-…>, Password: 454345 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3657 USA 8883634735 (US Toll Free) Conference code: 519921 Find local AT&T Numbers<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.telec…> MiYouth Virtual Resources are also available, including author permissions and programming ideas at: http://bit.ly/MiYouthVirtual<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FM…> Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 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/> You have the power to shape your future, and the future of all children, by counting everyone in your home in the 2020 Census<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy2020cen…>. [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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Paying Staff During Mandatory Closure.
by ehansen＠vicksburglibrary.org 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

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Executive Order 2020-38
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

Hello: Yesterday, Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-38, which temporarily amends portions of the Freedom of Information Act, , 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.231 et.seq <http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?mcl-Act-442-of-1976> . The summary below provides basic information about this EO along with a link to a more substantive explanation provided by Anne Seurynck of Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith. (see link at the end of this e-mail) Please review this information carefully and consult with your library's attorney if you have questions about its application to FOIA requests received by your library. EO 2020-38<https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705-524359--,00.html> provides certain temporary amendments to the Freedom of Information Act , 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.231 et.seq <http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?mcl-Act-442-of-1976> in order to account for public bodies which have closed and/or staff that are working remotely and may not have access to either physical requests (such as physical mail or fax), and/or may not have access to the requested information or documents. The EO emphasizes the importance of citizens' access to information and necessity of public bodies to respond to FOIA requests as soon as it is practicable under the current circumstances, and, if the request is submitted electronically (e-mail or text) , and if the requested information is available electronically and remotely, FOIA requests should be fulfilled electronically, and in accordance with current law. The summary below is only for purposes of information and notification and should not be considered legal advice. Questions about how this EO may apply to particular libraries and particular circumstances should be directed to the library's attorney EO 2020-38 * Provides libraries with additional time to respond to requests received physically via mail and fax, from 5 days to 10 days. * Permits requests to not be considered "received" until the physical envelope is opened, or the fax removed from the machine. However, any employee opening the envelope or picking up the fax triggers the response timing. * Requests received via e-mail or text are not addressed by EO 2020-38 and presumably must be responded to according to the current law- MCL 15.235 (1) http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?mcl-15-235 * If a library receives FOIA requests, but because of COVID-19 related circumstances, is not able to fulfill the request within the 10 days, the library may respond to the requestor within 10 days and extend the date to fulfill the request until no later than the expiration date of this order (EO 2020-38), June 4, 2020. EO 2020-38 doesn't specify the wording of the request, so existing wording under the current statute, MCL 15.235, (particularly subsection 7) http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?mcl-15-235 plus an explanation for the adoption of the longer extension would likely suffice. * Requests requiring in-person access by the requestor to fulfill may be deferred for a time up to the expiration date of EO 2020-38 (June 4, 2020). The response to the requestor must be made as with any other response to a request ( see above and MCL 15.235), and the reason for the deferral must be included. The deferral must also include a notice informing requestor that they may submit an amended request for any portion of their original request that does not require in-person access. * A requestor who receives a deferral for a request requiring in -person access may submit an amended request in order to receive materials in the original request that do not require in-person access. Thorough information and explanation about this Executive Order and its application to requests can be found in this explanation provided by Anne Seurynck: https://www.fosterswift.com/communications-whitmer-temporarily-suspends-foi…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.foste…> Please note that information and interpretation surrounding Executive Orders are constantly evolving, and this explanation and information may change. Please don't hesitate to contact me if I can provide any additional information. Sincerely, Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. [cid:image001.png@01D60C3C.71CD9D80]

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Webinar: NNLM Health Programming for Summer Reading & Virtual Engagement
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

National Network of Libraries of Medicine presents: Health Programming for Summer Reading & Virtual Engagement Webinar<https://nnlm.gov/class/summer_reading> April 7, 2020; 3:00-4:00 PM ET In addition to summer reading, NNLM will look at how public libraries are responding to service reductions and closures during the COVID-19 Crisis with virtual engagement and programming opportunities. NNLM will explore unique programs as well as resources you can easily replicate or share with your patrons. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 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/> You have the power to shape your future, and the future of all children, by counting everyone in your home in the 2020 Census<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy2020cen…>. [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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Job Posting: Head of Adult & Reference Services
by Rob Bristow 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

Join our team! The Georgetown Township Public Library is now accepting applications for a full-time Head of Adult & Reference Services. The Georgetown Township Public Library is housed in a beautiful, new 31,000 sf facility and serves a population of roughly 50,000, with an annual budget of $1.5 million. Primary duties of the position include: collection development, program planning and implementation, community outreach, and oversight of reference desk services. Master's in Library Science Degree and previous comparable library experience required. To learn more about the position or to apply, please visit https://www.georgetown-mi.gov/Jobs.aspx Thanks, Rob Library Director Georgetown Township Public Library 616.457.9620 www.gtpl.org

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Personal update from me
by Reed, Nyama 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

I regret to say my sister Angie in Michigan went to the hospital this weekend in Flint, MI. I kind of had to force her due to the family trait of stubbornness... But once I heard her on the phone I knew she wouldn't make it till Monday (she was trying to wait). I made her give my step-dad (her dad who's 83 and has cancer) the phone and told him I was going to listen in while he called 911 on another phone. She was taken in, quickly deteriorated, and was put on a ventilator. She is listed in "very critical" condition. We are awaiting her COVID test results. At 400+ pounds, she has been in and out of the hospital the last year numerous times, so she doesn't go into this with good health or good prospects. I am the point person for the family to call and get updates and then relay the info to everyone. Given that, and the stress on my brain, I'll be in less communication this week. Stay safe. Stay home. If you go out, wear a mask. Personal advice, not librarian advice: call/zoom/connect with your family and friends across the state/country/world to tell them you love them. Also, make your living will/power of attorney and update your emergency contacts asap and give the info to people so they have it. It does not good if it's just saved on your computer. My sister went into the hospital with none of that in place and it made it very difficult to get updates bc of the privacy laws. We finally figured out her dad was her listed emergency contact. I had to ask the nurse on the phone to confirm the name I gave him, bc he couldn't tell me outright. Then I had my step-dad call the nurse directly (at 11pm!) to get the "PIN" that the hospital requires for communication. Then he gave me the PIN. Find out before you are in an emergency, and potentially "very critical" how your local hospital handles it. Hugs and love to everyone. Nyama

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MLA Annual Conference Call for Proposals
by Amber Sheerin 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

The deadline for the MLA Annual Conference Call for Proposals has been extended to May 1st. Submit proposals here: https://www.milibraries.org/call-for-proposals [Web Icon resized] Amber Sheerin, CMP, CTA Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-816-7015 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibr…> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Job Posting - User Services Department Head, UM-Dearborn
by Sophia McFadden-Keesling 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

Hello! The University of Michigan-Dearborn seeks an energetic, innovative, service-oriented and collaborative professional to serve as the Head of User Services for the Mardigian Library. The Head of User Services is a senior level management position in the Mardigian Library. This position is responsible for managing four User Services staff and approximately 15-20 student workers as well as supporting the work of the First Year Experience Librarian. The User Services Department comprises the functional areas of circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan, user engagement and outreach, stacks management, and both online and in-person first-tier research services. Other department head responsibilities include serving on the Library’s leadership team and facilitating communication and coordination with other departments in the Library. This job comes with amazing benefits <https://careers.umich.edu/benefits/> (such as generous time off, a retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting, many choices for comprehensive health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, etc.) through the University of Michigan. The salary range for this position is $64,000.00 – $65,000.00. For a more detailed job summary, list of responsibilities, and qualifications, please check out the job posting at UM Careers <https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/184985/user_services_department_head>. The Job Opening ID is 184985. Please apply with a cover letter and resume by April 15th. Mardigian library is a fantastic place to work with a great User Services Team! I hope you consider applying! Best, Sophia McFadden-Keesling *First Year Experience Librarian* *University of Michigan-Dearborn | Mardigian Library* *Pronouns: She/Her/Hers*

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MCLS Technology and Cataloging webinars!
by Gwen Haviland 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

There is still time to register for these MCLS webinar! Original Cataloging of Archival Materials Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/original-cataloging-of-archival-materials-…> NEWLY UPDATED 3-day class, April 14-16, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) Writing for the Web<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/writing-for-the-web-454.html> TECHNOLOGY COURSE 1-day class, April 15, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org

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Library of Michigan - Upcoming Grant Application webinars
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

For those interested in the Library of Michigan LSTA Collaborative Library Services grant program or the Improving Access to Information Grant program, we will have application webinars. You can find the date, time and registration links below. For more information on all the grant programs, please go to www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> and look at the respective grant program sections. Improving Access to Information Grant Program - How to Apply * Monday, April 13th - 11:00 AM - REGISTER<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Collaborative Library Services Grant Program - How to Apply * Tuesday, April 14th - 11:00 AM - REGISTER<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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