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Job Posting - Davenport University
by Karen McLaughlin 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

Davenport University's Warren Campus (https://www.davenport.edu/cam pus/warren-campus) has an opening for a full-time Research and Instruction Librarian. The job description and application process are attached. -- Karen McLaughlin Director of Library Services Davenport University 6191 Kraft Avenue, S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49512 616-554-5655 (Direct)

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Guns in Libraries
by Christine Hage 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

My trustee did further research and found this case *Capital Area Dist. Library v. Michigan Open Carry, Inc.,* 298 Mich.App 220; 826 NW2d 736 (2012) (Here's a link: http://publicdocs.courts.mi. gov:81/opinions/final/coa/20121025_c304582(65)_rptr_140o-304582-final.pdf ). That case pretty much renders us dead in the water on the issue. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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emergency closing policy
by Oscoda County Library 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

Good afternoon: My library board would like to establish an emergency closing policy. If you currently have this policy in place would you please share? Thank you in advance! 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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MLA Special Advocacy Update: Governor Snyder Signs Library Tax Capture Relief Bills
by Rachel Ash 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

Governor Rick Snyder signed into law SB 619-624 now PA 505-510 providing for specially dedicated library millages to be exempt from a number of tax captures. Through the outstanding efforts of hundreds of MLA members and dedicated librarians, your Michigan Library Association and the GCSI team, we were able to accomplish a goal this organization has been working toward for more than two decades. Libraries were the only special millage given consideration for exemption (only the fourth historically) from tax capture. This is an incredible recognition by the Michigan legislature of the importance of libraries in this state. We extend our appreciation to: * Governor Rick Snyder for signing this legislation into law * Senator Jack Brandenburg (R-Harrison Township) for his extraordinary work on behalf of libraries * Bill sponsors: Sen. Mike Kowall (R-White Lake), Sen. Jim Marleau (R-Lake Orion), Sen. Pete MacGregor (R-Rockford), Sen. Rick Jones (R-Grand Ledge), Sen. Jim Stamas (R-Midland), and Sen. David Robertson (R-Grand Blanc). * And to the Michigan legislature for their unwavering support of our libraries. And finally, thank you MLA members and library supporters. Without our collective efforts led by outstanding librarian leadership and a very dedicated MLA, this success would not have been possible. This legislation means millions of future tax dollars will go to our libraries. The legislation pertains to: 1980 PA 450 Tax Increment Finance Authority Act; 1975 PA 197 Downtown Development Authority; 2005 PA 280 Corridor Improvement Authority Act; 2008 PA 94 Water Resource Improvement Tax Increment Finance Authority Act; 1986 PA 281 The Local Development Financing Act; and 2004 PA 530 Historical Neighborhood Tax Increment Financing Authority Act. Under the new laws: 1. Libraries are exempt from all new tax capture. A library may choose to participate (opt in). * Exception: City libraries established under PA 164 section 1 or 10 a (MCL 25 397.201 and 397.210A) or established under 1869 LA 233 should continue to work with their city leadership on an opt out plan if that is their choice. 2. A library may now opt out of any current tax capture when it changes either its boundaries or extends the duration of an existing finance plan. 3. Libraries are exempted from any current tax capture if the tax capture authority has no current outstanding debt obligation. These accomplishments are a tremendous first step and our work continues on this important issue. Please take a moment to contact Governor Snyder and thank him for supporting libraries. To contact the governor today, go to http://cqrcengage.com/alami/action and click the "Take Action" button. Rachel Ash Communications and Membership Coordinator Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way Ste. 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: 517-394-2774 ext. 225 Fax: 517-394-2675 www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/>

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Upcoming Programs at the Dearborn Public Library
by Daniel Lodge 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

As part of our upcoming Winter Reading Program, the Dearborn Public Library is presenting some programs that might be of interest to your patrons: On Wednesday, February 1 at 6:30pm, an expert from English Gardens will be here to tell you what you can do during the winter months to keep your garden growing strong in the spring and summer. On Wednesday, February 8 at 6:30pm, a docent from the Detroit Institute of Arts will be here to talk about the diversity, the quality and the world-class status of the Museum's Collection. Can't afford a vacation to an out-of-town destination? On Wednesday, February 15 at 6:30pm, Michael O'Callaghan, the Executive Director of the Metro-Detroit Convention & Visitors Bureau, will be here to talk about all the amazing destinations that the Metro Detroit area has to offer. All programs will be held at the Henry Ford Centennial Library. Please call 313-943-2330 or visit our website www.dearbornlibrary.org for further information. Dan Lodge Librarian I, Adult Services Henry Ford Centennial Library Dearborn, Michigan

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Part-time Customer Service Associate Position
by Robert Chartrand 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

The East Lansing Public Library (ELPL) is looking for a dynamic, part-time Customer Service Associate. We seek someone with strong customer service experience, proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and an interest in developing new skills. Our Customer Service Associate will work with the ELPL Customer Services Team to provide an excellent experience for our patrons by helping them access library materials and services. We are looking for someone with demonstrated experience working with the public, using computers and other technologies, and who has an interest in advocating for the library. All ELPL staff will: work evenings and weekends; serve on the library service desk or at the Maker Studio; provide basic technology instruction; participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation services; and assist in the care of the facility and collection maintenance. The full posting and description can be found on our website at http://www.elpl.org/content/working-library Robert Chartrand Circulation Supervisor East Lansing Public Library 517-351-2420 (Library) 517-319-6943 (Office) _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today!

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Reminder: Money Smart Week 2017
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

To register your event for Money Smart Week<http://www.moneysmartweek.org/> & for details on how your library can receive free copies of A Dollar For Penny to give-away at your Money Smart Week story time program, submit your request at the following link before January 27: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> Register now! [https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/MILOM/2015/01/4171…] Register now to celebrate Money Smart Week 2017 [Cathy Lancaster]The Library of Michigan encourages libraries to join the 2017 Money Smart Week campaign. Money Smart Week partners and Novi Public Library are working together to provide public libraries in Michigan with books and materials to encourage both children and parents to learn basic money concepts in fun and engaging ways. Financial literacy is a core 21st Century skill for all age groups. During Money Smart Week 2016, Michigan libraries across the state held more than 200 story times and gave away donated books to more than 8,000 families in 53 counties. We hope to build on this success by once again promoting Money Smart Kids Read and encouraging you to request free copies of the Step Into Reading book, A Dollar For Penny, for your Money Smart Week story times. Please consider participating in this wonderful opportunity for your community members. We would also like to thank Julie Farkas at the Novi Public Library for her role in once again helping coordinate this program for Michigan Libraries, and the Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates for their generous donation of books. For more information and details on how your library can receive copies of A Dollar For Penny for your Money Smart Week story time program, submit your request at the following link before January 27: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. --------------------------------------------------- DETAILS: Money Smart Week(r) (MSW) is just around the corner and we have a fabulous opportunity for you to obtain, read and give away free books to children attending a story time at your library! MSW is a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. This is achieved through the collaboration and coordinated effort of hundreds of organizations across the country including financial institutions and other businesses, schools, libraries, not-for-profits, places of worship, government agencies and the media. National MSW Partners include the American Library Association and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, among others. These groups work together once a year to stress the importance of financial education, inform consumers about where they can get help and provide free educational seminars and activities throughout the week. Programming is offered to all demographics, ages and income levels, and covers all facets of personal finance from savings basics and establishing a budget, to first-time home buying and retirement planning. The effort was created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002. Money Smart Week partners will be hosting public events April 22-29, 2017. Between April 22-29, 2017, libraries and communities across the country will be hosting financial education events for people of all ages, including youth! Michigan libraries have a unique opportunity to obtain free copies of the Step Into Reading book, A Dollar For Penny, to give away to children - if your library agrees to host a money-themed story time event during Money Smart Week, April 22-29, 2017. http://www.randomhousekids.com/books/detail/60655-a-dollar-for-penny?isbn=9…<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> The Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates has once again generously offered to purchase copies of this book for you to hand out at a story time. More than 200 Michigan libraries successfully participated in "Money Smart Kids Read" last year! What does it mean to "participate" you ask? 1. Register as a Money Smart Week Partner today at http://www.MoneySmartWeek.org/<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. (Note: if you registered as a MSW partner last year, your login username and password should still be valid. Please test this before you attempt to enter your story time details, just in case you need to reset your password or re-register.) 2. Plan a story time event about money to be held between April 22-29, 2017. Recommended age for A Dollar For Penny is 4 - 6 years old. 3. Request to participate in this initiative, and the number of books you think you'll need, by completing this SurveyMonkey questionnaire before January 27. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> 4. Between January 15th and March 31st, login and register your story time event(s) details at http://www.MoneySmartWeek.org/<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. 5. Proactively promote your Money Smart Kids Read program through all your channels of communication. 6. Consider ways in which volunteers from your local community credit union can participate (help checking families in, passing out the books, helping with crafts, serving refreshments, etc. Whatever would be helpful to you!) If someone from your local credit union reaches out to you, please be sure to engage them. 7. Take delivery of your books mid-March, and store them until the time of your event. 8. At your event, announce that your story time is part of the national Money Smart Week initiative, read the A Dollar For Penny book (and other relevant, age-appropriate books from your collection), perhaps do a craft activity (decorate piggy banks, color pictures that feature money, sing money songs, do finger plays, etc.), and then hand out the free books to families who attend! 9. After your event takes place, enter your attendance numbers into the Money Smart Week Partners website.<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> Yep. It can be that easy. (Although, if you want to plan more money-related events for youth or adults, we can help you with that too! Email the Chair and she can share a children's librarian list of ideas with you.) There must be a catch, right? Here it is: By January 27th, the Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman needs to know how many free copies of the book you can use! There is a limited quantity, so it's first come, first served. The books will be shipped to the Novi Public Library (thank you Julie Farkas!), sorted, packaged, and distributed through the state-wide RIDES/TLN delivery service. Your order should arrive at your library around March 23. Please complete the Survey Monkey questionnaire to request participation in Michigan's Money Smart Kids Read initiative, and obtain free books for families in your community. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> Questions about this initiative or Money Smart Week in general? Feel free to contact Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman, Kelly Masters, directly at 248.761.1762 or MoneySmartMichigan(a)gmail.com<mailto:MoneySmartMichigan@gmail.com>. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov>

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Re: [Michlib-l] Guns in Libraries
by Nannette Miller 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

And yet counties can ban them in court houses? That doesn't make sense. Nannette Miller Elk Rapids District Library On Jan 10, 2017 9:26 AM, "Christine Hage" <christine.hage(a)rhpl.org> wrote: Earlier this morning I posted some case law about schools being allowed to prohibit guns. I have since been informed that schools are not governments, like some libraries are, which allows them to prohibit guns. Evidently governmental units, such as PA 164 of 1877 libraries and district libraries, are not allowed to prohibit guns. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 <(248)%20650-7122> Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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Guns in Libraries
by Christine Hage 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

Earlier this morning I posted some case law about schools being allowed to prohibit guns. I have since been informed that schools are not governments, like some libraries are, which allows them to prohibit guns. Evidently governmental units, such as PA 164 of 1877 libraries and district libraries, are not allowed to prohibit guns. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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Some new case law that may apply to gun prohibitions in local libraries
by Christine Hage 10 Jan '17

10 Jan '17

http://www.grbj.com/articles/86903-michigan-appeals-court-rules-on-guns-at-… On of the interesting comments is "School districts are not formed, organized or operated by cities, villages, townships or counties, but exist independently of those bodies," judges Elizabeth Gleicher, Kirsten Frank Kelly and Douglas Shapiro wrote, just a few days after hearing arguments. " PA 164 of 1877 libraries and district libraries, it would seem to me, have similar status. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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