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Request for libraries converting from Tattle-Tape to RFID
by Bruce MacDonald 22 Apr '17

22 Apr '17

We were fortunate several years ago to score deals on used 3M Tattle-Tape security equipment from public libraries in the Lower Peninsula that were converting to RFID (thank you!). We are in a position where it would be great to find another used 3M 3800 series security gate. Just thought I would throw that out there in case there is one available. I'm keeping an eye on eBay too, but would much rather deal with another library. We are willing to pay a fair price for these used assets. I also wanted to plant a seed that your tattle-tape equipment can find a second life in libraries that are not making the jump to RFID. Have a great spring! Bruce A. MacDonald Technical Services Librarian Peter White Public Library Marquette, Michigan

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#RobotsattheLibrary
by Jean Montgomery 22 Apr '17

22 Apr '17

Please note the hashtag in subject line for May 6 - 13 Robots @ the Library. We have changed it otherwise it will be two separate tags. Jean Montgomery Upper Peninsula Region of Library Cooperation Superiorland Library Cooperative 1615 Presque Isle Ave. Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 228-7697 x3

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Used DVD cases free to a good home
by Diane Greiner 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

We have recently changed over to security cases and have approximately 150 used DVD cases left, free to good home. You can take all or part and are available to first responders. Please include your RIDES number. Thank you, Diane Greiner, Director Croton Township Library 8260 S. Croton-Hardy Drive Newaygo, MI 49337 231-652-1615 <mailto:crodg@llcoop.org> crodg(a)llcoop.org

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Managing for Service Excellence-Program at the Novi Library
by Christina Salvatore 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

*Managing for Service Excellence* *Novi Library* *Monday, May 8, 15 & 22* *7:30-9am* Wish your staff cared about service as much as you do? Would you like to train your team to handle the most difficult customers with ease? Then this series is for you! Network with other community leaders who strive for service excellence, ideate solutions to some of your stickiest service challenges, and learn works in-real-life methods to exponentially increase your repeat and referral business. Sessions led by, Marilyn Suttle, coauthor of best-selling management book, *Who’s Your Gladys.* See attached flyer for more information. Registration required and can be done by visiting *novilibrary.org <http://novilibrary.org>* or calling *248-349-0720.* [image: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]*Christina Salvatore* | Communications Coordinator Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7213|Fax 248-869-7242 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.*

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Re: [Michlib-l] New FOIA - Public Library of Cedar Springs submitted on 03/16/2017
by Diane Greiner 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

I just received a postal letter from American Transparency stating the same information as the email below. How have others handled this request? Diane Greiner, Director Croton Township Library 8260 S. Croton-Hardy Drive Newaygo, MI 49337 231-652-1615 <mailto:crodg@llcoop.org> crodg(a)llcoop.org From: CED Donna Clark [mailto:ceddc@llcoop.org] Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2017 10:31 PM To: sandra(a)llcoop.org Cc: llc_directors(a)llcoop.org Subject: Fw: New FOIA - Public Library of Cedar Springs submitted on 03/16/2017 Sandra and Lakeland Member Directors: Any advice? Is this happening to any of you, as well? How should I respond? Donna Clark, Director at EC ---------- Forwarded Message ----------- From: Michigan <Michigan(a)openthebooks.com> To: "ceddc(a)llcoop.org" <ceddc(a)llcoop.org> Sent: Thu, 16 Mar 2017 20:57:14 +0000 Subject: New FOIA - Public Library of Cedar Springs submitted on 03/16/2017 03/16/2017 Records Access Officer: Pursuant to the FOIA, this is a request for a copy of the following records: An electronic copy of any and all employees for years of 2016, (fiscal or calendar year). Each employee record should contain the employer name, employer zip code, year of compensation, first name, middle initial, last name, hire date (mm-dd-yyyy), base salary amount, bonus amount, overtime amount, gross annual wages and position title. This data should be broken down by employer, employee and year. The principal purpose of this is to make this information more accessible to the public and to access and disseminate information regarding the health, safety, and welfare of the general public. This request is not principally for personal or commercial benefit. Our agency is just exercising the general rights of the public. For these reasons, we are requesting a waiver of fees. If there is a charge for this service, please obtain my approval in writing prior to proceeding with request. All documents can be e-mailed to michigan(a)openthebooks.com or mailed in electronic format (preferred format would be .csv or .xls). If any documents are not provided in the format specified, please provide the state or federal statutes relied upon for that decision. If any record or portion of a record responsive to this request is contained in a record or portion of a record deemed unresponsive to the request, I would like to inspect the entire document. Under the Open Records Act/Freedom of Information Act, all non-exempt portions of any partially-exempt documents must be disclosed. If any records or portions of records are withheld, please state the exemption on which you rely, the basis on which the exemption is invoked, and the name of the individual responsible for the decision. Thank you for your prompt consideration of my request. If you have any questions, or if I can be of any assistance, please e-mail me at michigan(a)openthebooks.com Sincerely, Paul Nachman American Transparency P.O. Box 970999 Boca Raton, FL 33497-0999 ------- End of Forwarded Message -------

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2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference - DATES!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

Greetings! The dates and location for the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries conference have been finalized. The 2018 conference will be held from April 30 - May 2 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Acme, MI. Registration will open in early 2018. Keep your eye out this summer for the call for program proposals. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Evette Atkin Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Employment Opportunity
by Atkins-Eddins,Angela 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

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Wayne State SLIS Tenure and Promotion Decisions 2017
by Stephen Bajjaly 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

The Wayne State School of Library and Information Science is pleased to announce the following tenure and promotion decisions for 2017: * Hermina Anghelescu has been promoted to Full Professor * Deborah Charbonneau has received tenure and been promoted to Associate Professor * Xiangmin Zhang has received tenure and been promoted to Associate Professor Please join us in congratulating our valued colleagues and recognizing their significant academic achievements. Stephen T. Bajjaly Associate Dean and Professor School of Library & Information Science Wayne State University, Detroit, MI slis.wayne.edu<http://slis.wayne.edu/> [WSU_SLIS_50th badge final]

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Job Announcement: Part-Time Reference Librarian, Midland, MI
by Barnard, Melissa 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library has an opening for a Part-Time Reference Librarian. The position requires a Master's Degree from a library school accredited by ALA. Library experienced preferred. The starting hourly rate is $23.10. The position requires day/evening and weekend shifts. Applications must be received by 4:30 pm, Friday. May 5, 2017. Please apply to the City of Midland: http://cityofmidlandmi.gov/1412/Current-Job-Openings . Melissa Barnard, Director Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Rd. Midland, MI 48640 989-837-3431 989-837-3468 F www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/library<http://www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/library>

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Open Position at Muskegon Area District Library
by Jeri Wonders 21 Apr '17

21 Apr '17

[cid:image005.jpg@01D2BA8E.123AA000] Posting Date: April 20, 2017 Closing Date: May 4, 2017 Position: Branch Operations Manager Location: MADL Administration Salary: Exempt Full time - $56,000/year The Muskegon Area District Library has 10 locations throughout Muskegon County, including a Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. http://www.madl.org/ 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/ JOB SUMMARY This position has the responsibility for the overall planning, supervising, organizing, and implementing branch services for all the Muskegon Area District Library (MADL) branches in accordance with Library policies and procedures. This includes directing operations to meet patron and staff needs and working cooperatively with other management team members to fulfill the Library's mission. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Coordinates work schedules and attendance records according to library policies, procedures and union contract. * Serves as the primary channel of communication between branch services and the library director via meetings, memos and other communications. Keeps management informed of problems and recommends solutions. * Meets regularly and works cooperatively with the Administrative team regarding library policies, procedures and plans; conveys concerns and relays decisions and policies to branch staff; helps create and write policies and procedures. * Fosters and actively monitors the development and utilization of Lead Librarians and Team leaders; develops team work by setting standards for effective work behaviors and demonstrates them consistently; evaluates performance of branch staff. * Upholds the principles of intellectual freedom, privacy of records and the code of professional ethics. * Primary contact for the enforcement of MADL policies, procedures and the patron code of conduct involving concerns and issues by patrons. * Participates in at least one professional association; keeps aware of library developments and trends, online and other services. * Visits branches on a regular basis for meetings with Lead Librarians and Team Leaders to determine areas in need of modification and improvement for public services. * Maintains professional relationships with administrators, staff, professional and institutional organizations, the community at large and various outside agencies. * Works in conjunction with Human Resources Manager in the area of training, performance evaluations, seniority levels and staffing issues including participation in the interview process and others areas as needed. * Proposes changes and additions in branch services, procedures, staffing and assists in the development of long-range plans. * Assists with collection evaluations and makes recommendations for purchase or de-selection. * Ensures compliance of all pertinent Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances and library policies and procedures. * Ensures safety policies and procedures are current and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances and library policies. * Routinely seeks out and identifies sources for grant funding opportunities. Prepares well-written and documented grant proposals. * Evaluate business needs, objectives and goals, researching products available and designating procedures to best meet MADL needs. * Review on a continual basis departmental procedures, MADL policies and procedures, staffing and equipment for maximum efficiency while controlling costs. * Enforce MADL policies and procedures as a member of management for all employees. * Prepares reports as needed for the Director, Management Team Members, Library Board and other agencies as required. * Attends board meetings as scheduled. * Performs related work as required. (Duties listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Extensive knowledge and experience with library operations and current trends and developments in the field of library science. * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a diverse staff and patronage. * Demonstrated leadership skills. * Ability to work in a team environment and maintain effective working relationships with general public and employees. * Ability to multi-task in conjunction with daily operations. * Ability to exercise constructive judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems of procedural, organizational, administrative and technical nature. * Ability to recognize and re-assign priorities based on the needs of the organization. [cid:image006.jpg@01D2BA8E.123AA000] EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE * Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. * Four or more years of library experience. * One year as a Librarian. * Experience with the Sierra ILS preferred. * Experience with union contracts and labor relations preferred. WILL BE REQUIRED TO * Work a flexible schedule as needed. * Be on call for emergencies weekends and evenings. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently, sit, stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and reach forward and above the head. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to thirty five (35) pounds such as boxes of books and equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and work is performed indoors. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of a valid driver's license and must have insured vehicle for use on Library business. *The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel so classified. 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 to: Muskegon Area District Library Attn: HR 4845 Airline Road Muskegon, MI 49444 Fax: 231-737-6307 Or email to jwonders(a)madl.org

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