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FW: The Census Project Blog
by Johnson, Leelyn (MDE) 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

The Census Project Blog<http://censusprojectblog.org> ________________________________ ‘Tis the Season (It’s Budget Time Again!)<http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/censusblog/~3/charskSQ3Ek/?utm_source=feedbu…> Posted: 05 Mar 2014 09:21 AM PST [Census Project Co-Director Terri Ann Lowenthal]By Terri Ann Lowenthal It’s appropriations season! Which wouldn’t merit a chuckle except, doesn’t it seem like appropriations season is year-round now? Maybe it’s just me. This gives me a chance to sound like a broken record – not an enviable trait when I am trying to get your attention. But President Obama has unveiled his budget request<http://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/budget> for Fiscal Year 2015, and it is my solemn duty as an advocate of all things census to make visions of smartphone-friendly questionnaires, linked government databases and shrinking dollar signs dance in your head. The Obama Administration requested<http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/budget/fy2015/assets/comm…> $1.211 billion dollars for the Census Bureau. That’s a tempting pot of gold for lawmakers looking to fund programs that constituents can see and touch. Research and testing for a statistical exercise five years away? Not so exciting. Still, the Census Bureau needs every penny of its request to keep 2020 Census planning on track and to maintain a robust, comprehensive and user-friendly American Community Survey (ACS). Let’s break this down<http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/budget/fy2015/assets/com.…>, shall we? The FY2015 proposal is $266 million more than the current year discretionary appropriation of $945 million, a 28 percent increase. (The Census Bureau also receives roughly $30 million for two mandatory surveys.) All of the new money is for the Periodic Censuses and Programs account ($961M requested; +269M increase), which includes the 2020 Census and ongoing ACS ($689M requested; +226M increase). The window of opportunity for 2020 Census research and testing<http://censusprojectblog.org/2014/02/03/putting-2020-census-innovations-to-…> will close in 2015, when the Census Bureau must select a design framework (a decision already a year behind schedule) and begin the second phase of census planning: operational design and systems development. In a related new initiative, the president requested a bump in funding to build an enterprise-wide integrated system for data collection and processing (Data Processing Systems — $65M requested; +34M increase). Sure would beat having unique systems for each survey and census, don’t you think? And the Census Bureau hopes to resume the Boundary and Annexation Survey<http://www.census.gov/geo/partnerships/bas.html>, suspended this year due to budget cuts. The results come in handy when you want to put all of those enumerated people and houses in the right city, village or town. Remember congressional angst over the ACS that led to an embarrassing 2012 House vote to eliminate the survey (with no Plan B as to how the government would function without the data)? The Census Bureau must complete a well-timed, comprehensive review of ACS content and methods next year, ahead of a national field test in 2016 and submission of topics to Congress by April 1, 2017. The Census Bureau needs money for other programs that have been in congressional crosshairs. The 2012 Economic Census is almost history (FY2015 is the last of its six-year cycle), but as Blood, Sweat, and Tears once sang<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kK62tfoCmuQ>, what comes down must go up. Or something like that. Anyway, the end of one six-year quinquennial census cycle is the start of a new one; the $119 million request (+5M increase) will allow the Census Bureau to finish analyzing and disseminating 2012 Economic Census data and start planning for the 2017 canvass of American businesses. Finally, the president is proposing $248 million for the Census Bureau’s second major account, Salaries and Expenses (S&E), a decrease of $4 million from current year funding. The ongoing activities covered under S&E include vital economic, demographic and social statistics collected through the Current Population Survey, Survey of Income and Program Participation, and other programs. We’ll have more information about the Census Bureau’s plans for 2015 when the Commerce Department releases detailed budget justifications in a week or two. In the meantime, congressional appropriators are getting down to work. The deadline for submitting testimony<http://appropriations.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=370575> to the House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies is March 31; the Senate subcommittee deadline<http://www.appropriations.senate.gov/upload/OWT-Guidelines-CJS-FY15.pdf> is April 25. Let’s see if we can make the foundation of our democracy and basis of informed decision-making sound as exciting as we know it is. [http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/comments/censusblog.wordpress.com/501/]<http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/gocomments/censusblog.wordpress.com/501/> You are subscribed to email updates from The Census Project Blog<http://censusprojectblog.org> To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now<http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailunsubscribe?k=6y_atQpVPpvklirDySmp3qk…>. Email delivery powered by Google Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL USA 60610

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EBSCO/Rosetta Stone
by Jim Flury 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

I'll be curious to see if this will eventually translate into rational library pricing for the RS product. If nothing else a distribution agreement with EBSCO would seem to indicate Rosetta Stone is serious regarding their intentions for the library market this time around. Or at least, as serious as any vendor of any digital product is in this era. Price-wise at present Mango Languages (TLN discounts are available for new Mango Language subscribers, by the way) eats RS's lunch... http://www.ebscohost.com/newsroom/stories/ebsco-information-services-to-pro… Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Pay Rate Inquiry
by Evette Atkin 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Hi Everyone! We are in the process of reevaluating our pay range for branch managers. I would really appreciate it if any of you can share with me how your branch managers are classified, whether they are exempt or non exempt and what their salary range is. Please respond to me directly at atkineve(a)branchdistrictlibrary.org. Thank you so much in advance! Evette M. Atkin -- Evette M. Atkin Director Branch District Library 10 East Chicago Street Coldwater, MI 49036 atkineve(a)branchdistrictlibrary.org www.branchdistrictlibrary.org

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Employment Opportunity - PT Branch Manager
by Evette Atkin 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

There is an employment opportunity at the Branch District Library. The position of Branch Manager is available at our Lucille E. Dearth Union Township Branch library. Go to http://www.branchdistrictlibrary.org/employment to read the full job posting and to submit your application. Application will be accepted through 5:00 pm on Friday, March 14, 2014. -- Evette M. Atkin Director Branch District Library 10 East Chicago Street Coldwater, MI 49036 atkineve(a)branchdistrictlibrary.org www.branchdistrictlibrary.org

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Upcoming 4 part Genealogy Workshop Series at the Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Dear library colleagues, we invite you, your colleagues, and community members to the Pinckney Community Public Library's 4-part genealogy workshop series entitled: "A Bridge to the Past". This series starts on Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 10:30am and is open to the public. Refreshments will be served, but we ask attendees to call the library in advance to register for each workshop date they are attending so we have a good count for the handouts that will be shared during each workshop. The series dates and information are as follows: * Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 10:30am--KEEPING UP WITH WHAT'S NEW IN GENEALOGY: Learn about websites and social media that will help you keep on top of the ever improving access to digital records coming online each year. * Saturday, April 4, 2014 at 10:30am--USING THE GENEALOGYBANK DATABASE: Find out how you can use the library's newest database subscription to search historical newspapers. You'll never know what you'll find-births, deaths, marriages, criminal activity! Newspapers are one of the best places to research family events and fill in the details of your ancestors' lives. * Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 10:30am--WHAT ARE GENEALOGY WEBINARS?: Researching your family history means you'll probably be exploring areas of the country or world you weren't expecting. Webinars are a great tool for learning more about your genealogy without having to leave your home. We will go over the basics on how to find and participate in them. * Saturday, June 14, 2014 at 10:30am--SEEKINGMICHIGAN.ORG: Find out more about your Michigan ancestors by using the collections available from the Library of Michigan and the Archives of Michigan. Collections include death certificates from 1897-1920, state census records from 1884-1894, plat maps and Civil War records. This is a not-to-be missed resource! Attendees are encouraged to bring any questions or "brick walls" you have encountered in your research to each session. There will be time for help with your personal quest to uncover your family history. For more information, please visit the Pinckney Library's events website at http://www.pinckneylibrary.org/news-events/genealogy-4-part-workshop.pdf/vi… [1] or call the library at 734-878-3888 to register for each session. Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2907 http://www.pinckneylibrary.org/ -- PINCKNEY LIBRARY HAS MOVED! Our new address is: Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam Street Pinckney, MI 48169 Links: ------ [1] mailto:info@washtenawgenealogy.org

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Registration is Open for the Small and Rural Libraries Conference
by White, Shannon (MDE) 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Have you registered yet to attend the 2014 Small and Rural Libraries Conference? Nearly 300 of your colleagues have already registered. If you are thinking about attending this years' event on Mackinac Island be sure to get your registration submitted by our deadline of March 31. By attending the 2014 Loleta Fyan Small and Rural Libraries Conference you will expand your network of colleagues and increase your knowledge of library service. There are 68 sessions to choose from our seven tracks. Attendees will hear about trends in the library community, visit with authors, discuss products with vendors, pick up a prize, and bring back new ideas to improve library services in your local community. Highlights this year include: * Rhoda Janzen, author of Mennonite in a Little Black Dress, will be our featured keynote on Friday morning. Visit with Rhoda during the book-signing immediately afterwards. * Carriage and trolley tours are scheduled for attendees and guests on Thursday and Friday, be sure to sign up for your tour by April 7. * An expanded Trustee track is available all three days of the conference. * 25 exhibitors have already registered to attend and there is still time for others to join us. * Marian the Librarian will also be joining us on the island. For full details visit: www.michigan.gov/fyanconference<http://www.michigan.gov/fyanconference> Our conference registration ends on March 31 and all lodging requests need to be received by the Grand Hotel by the same date so be sure to nail down your plans early. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us! Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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You're Invited to the East Lansing Public Library Books, Bites and Bids!
by Jennifer Amormino 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

You're Invited! View this email in your browser ( http://us6.campaign-archive1.com/?u=35276309bb2ef0a7f72063026&id=6684e018f4… ) You are cordially invited to the 3rd Annual Books, Bites and Bids Benefitting the East Lansing Public Library Friday, April 25, 6-8:30pm Books, Bites and Bids is a silent auction with live music, children's activities, heavy hors d'oeuvres, drinks and a short program at 6:45pm. A donation of $30 per person or $50 per couple/family is suggested. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go towards a digital maker lab at the library. Please RSVP at the Circulation Desk or at elpl.org ( http://cityofeastlansing.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=35276309bb2ef0a7… ). Join us on April 25th to celebrate and support the East Lansing Public Library! Copyright © 2014 East Lansing Public Library, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because your email address is listed on the Michlib-l listserv. Our mailing address is: East Lansing Public Library950 Abbot Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 Add us to your address book ( http://cityofeastlansing.us6.list-manage.com/vcard?u=35276309bb2ef0a7f72063… ) ( http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm… ) Jennifer Amormino East Lansing Public Library Executive Assistant to the Library Director Volunteer Assistant Coordinator 517.319.6863 jamormi(a)cityofeastlansing.com 517-351-9536 fax _________________________________ 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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Forensic Science Contacts
by Elisabeth Phou 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

Thank you to everyone who responded to my post. It was all SO helpful! For those of you who were interested in the responses I received regarding contacts for forensic science, I am sharing them here. Oakland County Sheriff Kent Gardner, Laboratory Director, gardnerk(a)oakgov.com, 248-858-5019 Dr. Dragovich with the Oakland County Medical Examiner Tobin Buhk tobin(a)tobinbuhk.com http://www.tobinbuhk.com/Forensic_Science_Books.html John Funkhouser and/or Jay Siegel http://www.4n6.com/New/jFunkhouser.html Schoolcraft Community College "CSI" summer camp program for youth https://schoolcraft.edu/cepdcoursedescription/CES-8475#.UwuQiGJdUYk Michigan State Police Crime Lab 42800 Merrill Rd (southf of 19 Mile Rd) Sterling Heights, MI (586) 726-6709 Michigan State University Forensic Science http://www.forensic.msu.edu/ Barbara Martin Bailey, forensic artist 248-399-6394 barbaramartinbailey(a)comcast.net Good luck planning your summer reading programs! Elisabeth Elisabeth Phou Adult/Teen Services Librarian Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill Ave. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-554-4653

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LJ Article: Materials Budgets, Circ, Impact of Downloadables on Both, Etc
by Jim Flury 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

http://reviews.libraryjournal.com/2014/03/collection-development/materials-… Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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New Government Publications: February, 2014
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

A list of new government publications has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note for February are: The effects of a minimum-wage increase on employment and family income. Research and discoveries: the revolution of science through scuba. Fiscal Year 2015 Executive Budget (Michigan). Michigan Institute of Museum and Library Services Annual Report: 2013. Food code 2013: recommendations of the United States Public Health Service, Food and Drug Administration. Asian Carp and the Great Lakes Region. Annual Report of Solid Waste Landfilled in Michigan. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/76359374/February%202014%20New%20Documen… Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu 906-227-1580

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