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Libraries who participate with MERS and use Paycor for payroll
by Danielle Baldwin 16 Jan '26

16 Jan '26

Good morning! Our MERS retirement service is transitioning to a new record-keeper (Empower) and we need to get working reports from our payroll system, Paycor. Unfortunately I'm running into a lot of problems with Paycor's support and haven't been able to get this report perfect yet. Do any of you use Paycor and participate in MERS? Have you been successful in creating the reports that Empower is requiring? Thanks, *Danielle Baldwin* Finance and Human Resources Manager Traverse Area District Library 610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686 dbaldwin(a)tadl.org (231) 932-8549 Schedule a Meeting <https://calendar.app.google/uSvQMke4SsDavmrd7>

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Job Opportunity: Adult Services Librarian (Swanton, Ohio)
by Janelle Thomas 16 Jan '26

16 Jan '26

Hello, Please see the attached PDF for information about an open Adult Services Librarian position with the Swanton Public Library in Swanton, Ohio. The posting includes position details and application instructions. Please direct any questions to the contact listed in the job announcement. Thank you. *Janelle Thomas (she/her/hers) **| *Executive Director *| *The Northwest Regional Library System (NORWELD) *| *Phone: 419-352-2903 | jthomas(a)norweld.org *This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and thus may be publicly available to anyone who requests it.*

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Fw: Headly Roll Back
by EMAIL TEAM 16 Jan '26

16 Jan '26

-- Dear Librarians, Did any library pursue the headly roll back for their library? and how was it done? We can't ask for an increase in millage but my Board wanted me to explore the possibility of capturing the roll back for additional funding. 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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Upcoming workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 16 Jan '26

16 Jan '26

Register soon for the following workshops from MCLS! Copy Descriptive Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6914b403e5df27d0b0ba6b5a> 3-day class, January 27-29, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Indiana library staff! Supervisor Series: Motivating Employees to be Their Best<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6877cf467e6a2be53aa4673c> 1-day class, January 29, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.) Qualifies for 4 SCECHs for Indiana library staff! For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> *************************************** Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-455-7612 havilandg(a)mcls.org<mailto:havilandg@mcls.org> Connect with MCLS Website<https://www.mcls.org/> | Newsletter<https://www.mcls.org/news/enewsletter> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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Program intake form?
by Jean Fellows 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

Hello All: Does anyone use any type of "Proposed Program Intake" form, for people who request that the library "do a program" on their service? If so-- do you have an example you could share? Thanks! -- Jean Fellows Programming Coordinator Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837 517-627-7014 *MelCat & Mel Are at Risk!* saveimls.org A federal Executive Order may cut *all funding* for these essential library services by Sept 2025. MelCat = 34 million items from 435 MI libraries Mel = free eBooks, magazines, research tools & more Small libraries like GLADL *depend* on them!

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The Fresh Coast Bookshelf 2026 from the Library of the Great Lakes --
by Elizabeth Hartig 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

*The Fresh Coast Bookshelf 2026 *from the Library of the Great Lakes -- Starting January 28th, all Great Lakes region public libraries will have the chance to apply for a “Bookshelf in a Box” – a curated selection of 12 books across age range and genre that celebrate the Great Lakes, plus a full-color display kit to help promote it! Visit the Library of the Great Lakes website for more info and *for the title reveal of the final four books! *Fresh Coast Bookshelf by LGL <https://libraryofthegreatlakes.org/news-2>

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ICE in Libraries
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

Hello! With the recent ICE activities in the state, I have been getting questions on how to respond if ICE enters the library. I have drafted an information sheet on this topic: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19TE026mK8A5Gejjys60CrNhPb_J5DwKI/edit?u… It is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED that libraries prepare in advance for the possibility of an ICE presence, visit or raid. Libraries should consult their attorneys on the appropriate way to manage such an event. Interfering with ICE activities can have significant consequences for the library, staff and patrons. It is important that library staff (including vulnerable staff who may be immigrants) understand their rights and the laws that apply. It is also a good idea for libraries to consult their municipal law enforcement and their municipal officials to coordinate policies and efforts and share information. If ICE enters a library and creates a disturbance, it may be helpful to have a pre-discussed plan in place with local law enforcement. I hope this is helpful! 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. "the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge." Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] <https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigans-top-10-strategic-education…> [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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Charlevoix Library Circulation Supervisor Opening
by Ryan Deery 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

Hello Library Land, If you are committed to providing exceptional service that educates, enriches, and empowers your community and want to work and live in a spectacular up north library and community, then serving as a team leader at the Charlevoix Public Library might be a perfect fit for you. We are seeking our next fantastic Circulation Services Supervisor to manage and lead the functioning of circulation services and the circulation services team. This is a full-time, management position with excellent benefits. The full job description can be found here<https://www.charlevoixlibrary.org/about-cpl/employment/> and interested applicants should please submit their resume to Ryan Deery, Director at rdeery(a)charlevoixlibrary.org<mailto:rdeery@charlevoixlibrary.org> by February 6th at 5pm. Ryan Deery Director, Charlevoix Public Library [cid:image001.jpg@01DC861C.3CCF0A00]

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MCLS offices closing schedule (Friday p.m. and Monday)
by Mary Ruthko 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

Please excuse cross-posting Hello everyone, MCLS offices are closed Friday and Monday as follows: * Friday, Jan. 16 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern (10:30 a.m. Central) for a staff event * Monday, Jan, 19. all day in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Offices reopen as normal on Tuesday, Jan. 20. MCLS SERVICE AND PROGRAM CONTACTS Accounting: accounting(a)mcls.org<mailto:accounting@mcls.org> Engagement and Consulting: engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org> eLicensing and Collection Resources: services(a)mcls.org<mailto:services@mcls.org> Training: training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> Membership: membership(a)mcls.org<mailto:membership@mcls.org> TALK (Text and Learn for Kindergarten): talkhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:talkhelp@mcls.org> RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp MeL eResources: melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> MeLCat: melcathelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melcathelp@mcls.org> MDPN (Michigan Digital Preservation Network): MDPNsupport(a)mcls.org<mailto:MDPNsupport@mcls.org> —The MeL project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. —Support for the MDPN is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Library of Michigan. Mary Ruthko Marketing and Communication Coordinator 517-507-4149 ruthkom(a)mcls.org Schedule a meeting with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/82504839b07649009896aaa10a3d2395…> [cid:17ac6a26-7140-45ad-ae42-07fac9b734bc] Website<https://www.mcls.org/> | Newsletter<https://www.mcls.org/news/enewsletter> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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MeL Minute: MeLCat: a Year in Review
by Williams, Barbara (MDE) 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

[cid:image005.png@01DC8613.CCE25D80] MeLCat: a Year in Review As we close out 2025 and MeLCat's 20th Anniversary year, a huge thank you to all the libraries and library staff whose efforts make MeLCat a vital and successful statewide resource! In addition to other anniversary activities, including collecting MeLCat stories and an in-person and online reception, Mittens, the MeLCat Mascot, travelled to many MeLCat libraries. Hundreds of libraries shared photos of Mittens via social media or other channels, many using the #MittensLovesMeLCat hashtag. More than 1 million items were requested by patrons throughout the state of Michigan. January 2025 was the busiest month, with patrons placing an impressive 103,089 MeLCat requests! The top 5 most requested titles via MeLCat were: 1. The frozen river: a novel<http://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb43383177> by Ariel Lawhon 2. James : a novel<http://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb47343558> by Percival Everett 3. The women<http://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb43524029> by Kristin Hannah 4. Remarkably bright creatures : a novel<http://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb42695441> by Shelby Van Pelt 5. West with giraffes : a novel<http://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb41690180> by Lynda Rutledge In the Library of Michigan fiscal year (October 2024 - September 2025), the top five lenders were: 1. Capital Area District Libraries 2. Monroe County Library System 3. Genesee District Library 4. Kent District Library 5. Jackson District Library While the top five borrowers were: 1. Kent District Library 2. Capital Area District Libraries 3. Ann Arbor District Library 4. Monroe County Library System 5. Traverse Area District Library In 2025, MCLS MeLCat staff assisted libraries with various MeLCat questions and issues, responding to more than 4,200 tickets opened by library staff. MCLS MeLCat staff also reached 490 library staff through over 55 MeLCat-related trainings. The MeLCat DCB servers were modernized throughout the Spring 2025, transitioning library staff to an easier to navigate, browser-based client, and updating the MeLCat software. The servers were upgraded again late in 2025. Brought to you from the MCLS MeL Team This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Barbara Williams, MLIS Library Development Analyst (MDE) Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 WilliamsB39(a)michigan.gov<mailto:WilliamsB39@michigan.gov> I (517) 241-2149 [cid:image001.png@01DC8613.73EACAA0] [cid:image002.png@01DC8613.73EACAA0] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The MTOY Program is accepting nominations through September 24. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BjArjCenn1GB14>. For more information visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy<http://www.michigan.gov/mtoy>. [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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