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Please check your shelves
by Oscoda County Library 08 May '18

08 May '18

Cross posted to the MelCat listserve. Good morning: If you own Little House on the Prairie Season 9, can you please check your DVD's. We recently returned it to you and it has one wrong disc in it. Unfortunately the item has cleared off of my patron's record and I cannot trace the owning library. If you are missing Season 9, Disc 2 please call me at 989-826-3613. Thanks, Amy -- Amy Knepp, Director Oscoda County Library 430 W. Eighth Street Mio, MI 48647 TEL: 989-826-3613 TAX: 989-826-5461 http://www.oscoda.lib.mi.us

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Giving- 2 totes of RIDES/MeLCat packaging materials
by Rebecca Daly 08 May '18

08 May '18

Hello fellow Michigan Librarians, I have two large totes of various MeLCat/RIDES packaging materials, mainly DVD and CD boxes. Please let me know if you need them. Thank you, Rebecca -- Rebecca R. Daly, MLIS Head Librarian Sulo & Aileen Maki Library Finlandia University RIDES zf007 906-487-7253

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Re: [Michlib-l] How do you gather Uses of Wireless Logins per Year for LOM Annual Report?
by aldenlib＠torchlake.com 08 May '18

08 May '18

_Here's my question and the replies I got:_ Hi all, I was told by my tech person that in order to track all wireless logins to our wifi, we'd have to get a separate router to do the job, as our current configuration won't pick that data up; it just shows the hits to the website. Since the Library of Michigan Annual Report has recently been asking for that info (it was in Section H, line 13 this past year), I just estimated it from a clipboard at the front desk, where we note patrons using their own laptops or tablets. But we're missing the users outside the building, phone use and whatnot that we don't notice. (We're a very small, Class I library.) Thanks for your help, -- _Susan Riegler_ Susan Riegler, Director Alden District Library Hi. We used to use that same method. It was frustrating because we knew that we were missing a lot of people. I don't know the technical stuff, but we now have a "page" that when someone clicks on our wireless, pops up. There isn't a password, but they have to click on a box to agree to our policy. The software counts that so we know how many sessions happen. A session can last up to 3 hours, then they will have to log back in again. We use "untangle" software. Ann Eau Claire District Library Your tech can't just pluck these out of the air (and be believed); we have an appliance that does this and we keep the reports for a couple years as proof. Attached is an example. Here is a good presentation given in SE Michigan a couple years ago; and not by me. http://tln.lib.mi.us/dept/technology-services/wifi/files/techcomm/Best_Prac… wishing you goodness, Mary Carleton; Farmington Community Library (Mary.Carleton(a)farmlib.org) I read my lists from old school account. Hi Susan, The Leelanau Township Library purchased a router and a contract with Sputnik (now part of a compnay called Lokket) to track wireless logins, connectivity. I didn't set up the contract (the former director did) but it works just fine and I'm happy with the service. http://sputnik.com [1] Nellie Hi Sue, We use a company called Sputnik (sputnik.com) that supplies us with the routers (we use two so we can cover the library and meeting room). It counts Wi-Fi users and also provides a "splash page" where users have to agree to our wireless use policy before they get onto the internet. Since we do not use internet filters and keep the Wi-Fi on 24/7 which can be accessed outside the building this splash page helps give us some legal protection from improper use of the internet. Sputnik costs us about $200.00 per year and it hasn't given us any trouble. _MARK MORTON_ Director Leland Township Public Library 203 E Cedar St Leland, MI 49654 231-256-9152 We count the unique MAC addresses that our DHCP server hands out in a day. It sounds like your budget is limited. Do you have a firewall? So the low-tech/annoying solution is to have your firewall or (most) router make a splash page to use the wi-fi. Set a guest password, and change it once a week or such. Then people will have to come get a slip to login, and you can physically count the users. Christian Dunham | Director Bullard Sanford Memorial Library 989-823-2171 | vassarlibrary.org | facebook.com/vassarlibrary Our Cisco Meraki wireless access point (MR 16?) has a dashboard of statistics that we can log into, info supplied includes number of unique users, devices accessing, operating systems, applications accessed - loads if detail! I used to have to leave that part of State Aid report blank. We're a class 4. It does count sessions - not just number of unique users. --- jude halloran, Highland Library, 248-887-2218 ext. 110 www.highlandlibrary.info [2] Hello Susan, Have you looked into any software solutions to help you count this? You might want to check out a service like Who's On My WiFi or reconfigure your router for the WiFi connection counts and use something like Google Analytics to count your web traffic. I think you would probably be surprised how many external WiFi uses you get. Thank you, Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Links: ------ [1] http://sputnik.com/ [2] http://www.highlandlibrary.info/

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United for Libraries Survey: Identifying Barriers to Board Service
by Kosinski, Kathy (MDE) 08 May '18

08 May '18

Hello everyone! I am working with United for Libraries as part of an ALA Emerging Leaders Team. We are working to both identify barriers to board service and to determine methods to encourage younger generations to library board service. We currently have a survey out that has been shared through United for Libraries channel, and would greatly appreciate any help in sharing it with your own boards! To fill out the survey, please visit www.ala.org/united/boardsurvey<http://www.ala.org/united/boardsurvey>. The survey will be open through Saturday, May 19. Any information collected will be made anonymous with all identifying information removed. Questions, comments, or concerns? Please contact me! Best, Kathy Kathy Kosinski Statewide Library Services Analyst Library of Michigan Michigan eLibrary team 517-241-2149

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Adult Graphic Novels: Building the Core Collection
by Andrea Estelle 08 May '18

08 May '18

Hi All. This message is specifically for adult graphic novel gurus :) We are building a brand new adult graphic novel collection here at ODL and we only have space at first for about 10 shelves. Can you reply off list and send me your TOP 5 adult graphic novels/series!? I've been doing some research but would love to add your thoughts as well. We have nice junior and teen graphic novel collections going that are quite popular - so I don't really need suggestions for the younger areas. I would be happy to compile the results and send out to everyone if you like. Thanks for your help. Have a great day! Andrea Andrea Estelle, MLIS Library Director . Otsego District Public Library Brighten the Corner Where You Are! 401 Dix Street, Otsego MI 49078 (269) 694-9690 <http://www.otsegolibrary.org/> www.otsegolibrary.org LIKE us on Facebook!

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Training Bootcamp for Wandoo Reader
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 07 May '18

07 May '18

Hi, If you attended the first Wandoo Reader session at RLC on Monday, April 30th, you're aware we experienced some technical difficulties beyond our control. So, I wanted to make sure everyone knew where to find the link to the Wandoo Reader Training Boot Camp<https://www.gotostage.com/channel/100000000001303017/recording/6f12f0e690c4…>. Demco also offers live webinars to Michigan libraries the first Wednesday of every month at 2:00 PM. I will email the June registration form out as soon as I have a link. You can also find online manuals, FAQ's, etc at: http://kb.demcosoftware.com/category.php?id=246 If you missed a scheduled session, you can view recordings of all webinars here: https://channel.webinar.com/channel/100000000001303017 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/> 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:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Please Share Election Reminder
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 07 May '18

07 May '18

My apologies. I meant to send this out to you this morning. If you have time, please help us remind the public that tomorrow, May 8, is Election Day in many communities by sharing the following social media messages. * Twitter: Tomorrow is #Election<https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Election&src=hash> Day in many communities in MI. Find out if your hometowns is having an election and view your ballot at mi.gov/vote<http://www.michigan.gov/vote>. * Facebook: Have your voice heard! Tuesday, May 8 is #Election Day in many Michigan communities. Visit Michigan.gov/vote<http://www.michigan.gov/vote> to view your ballot and find your voting location. As always, thank you for all your help. Cathleen Simlar Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist, Executive Office Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 373-9080 Cell: (248) 761-7145 Email: Simlarc(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Simlarc@michigan.gov> Join My Professional network on LinkedIn<blocked::http://www.linkedin.com/pub/cathleen-simlar/18/798/235> [Description: Description: Description: SOS logo small] <http://www.michigan.gov/sos> STAY CONNECTED: [Description: Description: Description: Facebook logo]<http://www.facebook.com/MichiganSoS> [Description: Description: Description: Twitter logo] <https://twitter.com/michsos> [Description: Description: Description: YouTube logo] <http://www.youtube.com/michsosoffice> [Description: Description: Description: GovDelivery logo] <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscriber/new>

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Re: [Michlib-l] Contingency or Fund Balance policy
by Rebecca Higgerson 07 May '18

07 May '18

I’m happy to share what I receive, but it will be after 5/23. Vacation beckons! J *From:* Amber Clement <director(a)pidl.org> *Sent:* Monday, May 07, 2018 2:56 PM *To:* Rebecca Higgerson <rhiggerson(a)brandonlibrary.org> *Subject:* Re: [Michlib-l] Contingency or Fund Balance policy Would love to hear your feedback from this. Amber Clement Presque Isle District Library On May 7, 2018, at 1:42 PM, Rebecca Higgerson via Michlib-l < michlib-l(a)mcls.org> wrote: Does anyone have a *policy* they would be willing to share that specifically addresses the library’s contingency or fund balance? Does it include a specific percentage of the budget that you have deemed should be in reserve? Thanks in advance! *Rebecca Higgerson* Director Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1474 248-627-9880 (fax) *“We enhance and strengthen community by providing open access to educational information, recreational materials, and programs that enrich lives and promote lifelong learning.”* _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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Grosse Pointe Public Library Job Posting
by Kimberly Hart 07 May '18

07 May '18

Job Title : Technology Manager-Grosse Pointe Public Library Responsible to : Director of Libraries Job Summary : The Technology Manager is responsible for leading initiatives that will empower the Grosse Pointe Public Library to be the Library of the Future. The Technology Manager works with the staff and public in the training and teaching of new electronic services, computer programs and computer access. Serves as system administrator of public library's local area network. Job Responsibilities : * Serves as coordinator of library technology; reviews, recommends, and implements new technology within budget guidelines upon the approval of the Library Director. * Maintains and troubleshoots computer equipment at all branches of the Library, performing maintenance when necessary, and making appropriate recommendations for repair and replacement. * Works with Administration to develop and implement policies and procedures. * Manages IT security risk assessments and implements security tools, controls and standards. * Teaches computer instruction, including orientation for staff and public. * Assists with website as directed by Director or Assistant Director. * Oversees and direct duties of Technology Department and outside vendors and contractors. * Prepares statistical data, reports, and lists. * Participates in hardware and software purchase recommendations. * Works closely with Electronic Support Technician, and school system in implementing changes to the automated circulation system. * Administers and maintains telephone system * Liaison with school system concerning automation issues. Qualifications : * Proven working experience as an IT manager or relevant experience * Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems * Expertise in data center management and data governance * Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation * Ability to manage personnel * BS in Computer Science, MIS or similar field Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Grosse Pointe Public Library offers a generous benefits package including paid time off. Deadline to Apply: May 21, 2018 Submit applications to Central Administration-Operations Manager, Kim Hart khart(a)gp.lib.mi.us<mailto:khart@gp.lib.mi.us> Kim Hart Operations Manager Monday-Thursday 313.343.2325 [GrossePointLibrarylogo] www.gp.lib.mi.us<http://www.gp.lib.mi.us/>

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Job Posting-Assistant Director fro Public Services-Jackson District Library
by Tackett, Sara 07 May '18

07 May '18

Greetings everyone, The Jackson District Library is looking for a new Assistant Director for Public Services to join our team in Jackson. Under the direction of the Library Director, plans and directs all central library and branch library operations, and coordinates programming throughout the Jackson District Library. Assists the Library Director in overseeing the operations of the library system. Supervises Branch Managers, Community Engagement Coordinator and Customer Service Coordinator. Reviews and administers policies and procedures for all Jackson District Library (JDL) public services to ensure efficiency and high quality customer service. Serves as a member of the library's senior management team and assists director in preparing and maintaining the library's budget. Participates in collection development and maintenance throughout library system. Serves as liaison with numerous local agencies and the general public to share information, maintain positive public relations and promote library services. Assumes charge of the library system in the absence of the Library Director. Click here to apply<https://myjdl.applicantpro.com/jobs/790245.html> Sara Sara Tackett Director Jackson District Library 244 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201 517-788-4099 ext 1307 517-740-7863 cell 517-788-6024 fax tackettse(a)myjdl.com<mailto:tackettse@myjdl.com> [Description: T:\JDL LOGOS\JDL Logo CMYK 300dpi.png]

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