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EEOC RELEASES UPDATE TO COVID-19 GUIDANCE
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 16 May '23

16 May '23

Hello! Please see below for updates on the EEOC information and guidance on Covid-19 issues in the workplace after the end of the Public Emergency Order. I will also add this link to the Director's meeting document. Have a great Day! 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 dissemination of ideas can accomplish nothing if otherwise willing addressees are not free to receive and consider them. It would be a barren marketplace of ideas that had only sellers and no buyers." Lamont v. Postmaster General, 381 U.S. 301. Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated] From: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission <eeoc(a)updates.eeoc.gov> Sent: Monday, May 15, 2023 2:59 PM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: EEOC RELEASES UPDATE TO COVID-19 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse(a)michigan.gov<mailto:abuse@michigan.gov> Addresses End of Federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVy…>. [eeoc banner] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2023 EEOC RELEASES UPDATE TO COVID-19 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Addresses End of Federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration WASHINGTON - Today the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a number of updates to its COVID-19 technical assistance, "What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVy…>," including adding a new question and answer about the end of the federal declaration of the COVID-19 public health emergency. "This installment is the capstone to our comprehensive resource of questions and answers on COVID-19 and the anti-discrimination laws enforced by the EEOC," said EEOC Chair Charlotte A. Burrows. "The end of the public health emergency is an important milestone, and this will help employees and employers understand how the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and other federal laws continue to protect our nation's workforce from employment discrimination. The EEOC remains committed to vigorous enforcement of these laws." Key updates include: * The end of the COVID-19 public health emergency does not mean employers can automatically terminate reasonable accommodations that were provided due to pandemic-related circumstances. However, employers may evaluate accommodations granted during the public health emergency, and, in consultation with the employee, assess whether there continues to be a need for reasonable accommodation based on individualized circumstances. * For employees with Long COVID, the updates include common examples of possible reasonable accommodations, including a quiet workspace, use of noise cancelling devices, and uninterrupted worktime to address brain fog; alternative lighting and reducing glare to address headaches; rest breaks to address joint pain or shortness of breath; a flexible schedule or telework to address fatigue; and removal of "marginal functions" that involve physical exertion to address shortness of breath. Many of these are low or no-cost accommodations. * For employers, the updates include tips about remaining alert for COVID-related harassment of applicants or employees with a disability-related need to continue wearing a face mask or take other COVID-19 precautions at work. The EEOC updated the COVID-19 technical assistance approximately 20 times throughout the pandemic to respond to the evolving situation. The EEOC advances opportunity in the workplace by enforcing federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. More information about the EEOC is available at www.eeoc.gov<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVy…>. 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Study Pods
by Thomas Trahey 16 May '23

16 May '23

Greetings all, Our library is considering investing in study pods for individuals or small groups. If your library has some of these, we would be interested in your experience. Thank you, Thomas -- Thomas Trahey Mason County District Library Head of Circulation 231-843-8465

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Join MLA this afternoon at 2 PM for an MLA Connect Webinar: Public Relations: Social Media Strategies for Libraries
by Rachel Ash 16 May '23

16 May '23

Public Relations: Social Media Strategies for Libraries Tuesday, May 16, 2023 2:00 - 3:00 PM Social media provides an opportunity for libraries to engage with people outside of the four walls of the library. Libraries have been using social media since its inception, but have typically relied on it for promotion, not engagement. In this webinar, attendees will learn how to shift from promotion, which is a one-way conversation, to engagement, which is a two-way conversation, as well as strategies such as active listening, trending topics, analytics, social media as a customer service point, and much more. Participants will also explore the pros and cons of centralized and decentralized management of social media, and how governance and policy can be balanced with creativity and flexibility. MLA Connect webinars are only $25 for MLA members. This webinar will be recorded and available through MLA Connect On Demand. Speaker Cordelia Anderson is the author of the new book Library Marketing and Communications: Strategies to Increase Relevance and Results from ALA Editions. She is a seasoned marketing and communications executive with 20+ years of experience. She is based in Charlotte, NC but has clients around the US and is nationally recognized for her innovative, strategic, and results-driven marketing and communications programs. Clients have included public and academic libraries, library associations, local government agencies, and nonprofits. Register here: https://www.milibraries.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.de… [cidimage002.png(a)01D73C4D.ABEAD040] Rachel Ash Membership and Communications Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 2 Direct: (517) 881-6652 milibraries.org rfash(a)milibraries.org<mailto:%0bmilibraries.org%0brfash@milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/mlaoffice>!

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Tables for Grabs!
by Library Director 16 May '23

16 May '23

Hi All, We have 6 tables up for grabs at the Hillsdale Community Library (11 E Bacon St, Hillsdale, MI 49242). Pictures are attached to this email. The tables are 6ft long, 30in wide, and 30in tall. Please email me to coordinate pick up. Thank you, Jessica Spangler Hillsdale Community Library, Director 11 E. Bacon St. Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-6470 director(a)hillsdale-library.org<mailto:director@hillsdale-library.org> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipient named above. If you are not the designated recipient, an employee, or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments and notify the sender immediately via phone, fax, or electronic mail. Thank you.

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U.S. Book Show 2023: Libraries Are Essential Program: Monday, May 22
by Jim Flury 16 May '23

16 May '23

[ https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/bea/article/9228… | https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/bea/article/9228… ] All, This reminds me of an online version of BEA, for those who've been around long enough to remember that. [ https://usbookshow.com/ | https://usbookshow.com/ ] Per the above linked PW article librarians can register for free using promo code PFLCOMP Although it is a multi-day event, the "Libraries Are Essential" part of the program will take place on Day One, Monday, May 22. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Upcoming Hybrid event at BPL- Grow a Great Garden with Bevin Cohen
by Mick Howey 15 May '23

15 May '23

Hello Michlib-l, Please join us in person or on Zoom at 7:00 PM on Monday, May 22nd for Grow a Great Garden with Bevin Cohen. Discover how to plan, plant and grow your most productive garden ever! Learn from Bevin’s decades of growing experience, including tips on soil health, seed starting and transplanting, mulching and weeding, and when to harvest your perfect produce, herbs and flowers! In person attendees will also receive a packet of heirloom seeds from Bevin's farm! Books will be available for purchase after the workshop. This is a hybrid event. When registering, please indicate if you will be attending in person or virtually on Zoom. Tap here <https://www.baldwinlib.org/calendar/#/events/0sUP0aIAgD/instances/4M9NKRFir…> to register. Bevin Cohen is an award winning author, herbalist, and owner of Small House Farm in Michigan. Bevin offers workshops and lectures across the country on the benefits of living closer to the land through seeds, herbs, and locally grown food. He is a food and garden writer whose work has appeared in numerous publications including Mother Earth News, Modern Farmer Magazine, and The Journal of Medicinal Plant Conservation. Bevin is the author or editor of more than ten books, including Saving Our Seeds, The Artisan Herbalist and his latest, Grow Great Vegetables in Michigan. Learn more about Bevin's work at www.bevincohen.com. Hope to see you there! Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649

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Toner is taken.
by Deb Hemmye 15 May '23

15 May '23

Deb Hemmye (she, her, hers) Library Director Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Road Huntington Woods, MI 48070 248-543-9720, ext. 686

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Closing Sunday: Director of Youth Services search - York County Libraries (PA)
by Beth Barker 15 May '23

15 May '23

Director of Youth Services - York County Libraries (PA) Where your story begins... York County Libraries<http://www.yorklibraries.org/> (PA) seeks an engaging and experienced advocate for children and young adults as its next Director of Youth Services. Working with strategic partners throughout York County, the Director of Youth Services will seek to lead and participate in community initiatives to achieve the Library's goals of supporting teens, children, and families. Located in south-central Pennsylvania, York County is situated on the northern Maryland border, covers roughly 900 square miles, and serves a population of 437,846 residents with 13 full-service public libraries and two satellite locations. YCL is a federated library system comprised of eight branch and five-member libraries with a combined operating budget of $7M. YCL directly employs 109 staff at ten of its thirteen libraries and another 35 employees at its contract sites. More than 35% of York County residents hold library cards and annually borrow 1.2 million items. The YCL Youth Services team provides early literacy programs, free play areas, digital and online resources, and year-round activities for youth throughout the county, including 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, GOAL Grade One at the Library-an annual reading campaign for first graders, Sensory Story Times, the SummerQuest summer reading program, Library Tales for Tails therapy dog reading sessions and the award-winning program, Beyond Our Walls: Read Me a Story, which provides incarcerated individuals the option to record themselves reading a story to be shared with their children. YES: Youth Empowerment Summit, YCL's annual countywide initiative focused on high school teens, highlights career planning and leadership building. Part of the Story inspires and captures compelling issues of our teen population through programs, workshops, and facilitated group sessions. YCL is currently renovating and expanding three of its library facilities, creating dedicated spaces for teens and expanding children's areas at all three locations. Quality delivery of youth services is a hallmark of the YCL mission. There is no better place to live than historic York County - nestled in the Susquehanna River Valley of South-Central Pennsylvania-York offers big-city amenities with small-town charm. While continuing to embrace its agricultural roots, the county also has evolved into a manufacturing and business hub. Major companies with roots in York County include Harley-Davidson, York Barbell, Voith Hydro, York International, Utz Quality Foods, Snyder's of Hanover, and BAE Systems. A bustling local economy has made York one of the fastest-growing counties in Pennsylvania. York also has great schools, a low cost of living, quality health care, and boundless entertainment opportunities. York has seen the emergence of cultural events and movements, art exhibits and shops, multiple music and performance venues, industrial street art, family events, children's activities, "foodie" delights from festivals to underground restaurants, and more. York has become a place where you can have it all: a challenging and rewarding career, deep friendships, engaging social life, valuable education, family-friendly activities, and a great place to call home. The region is only a short drive away from Philadelphia, Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. Responsibilities: The Director of Youth Services (DYS) must have a vision for planning innovative, diverse, and collaborative programs and services for YCL. Demonstrating strategic agility, superior listening skills, ability to manage with ambiguity, flexibility to see opportunity in diverse situations, and political savvy to build strong relationships, the DYS works closely and collaboratively with key stakeholders and partners throughout the County serving as an advocate for children and young adults. The Director also participates in the hiring, training, and supervising of all YCL youth services staff and is a key member of the library's leadership team. A focus on customer service is essential to the success of this position. Qualifications: Minimum requirements for the position include an MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program, a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a library setting, and three years of supervisory experience in a public library. Essential attributes and skills include a comprehensive knowledge of current trends and practices in youth services; a demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and measure performance goals; and experience in both urban and rural library settings. Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania Criminal History Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, and Mandated Reporter Training are required. Compensation. The starting salary range for the position is $70,000 - $75,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Mille<https://www.bradburymiller.com/>r Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Beth Barker<mailto:bethbarker@bradburymiller.com> (bethbarker(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:bethbarker@bradburymiller.com>). This position closes on May 21, 2023. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/york-dys/. Beth Miller Barker Finance and Communications Director Bradbury Miller Associates (cell) 330-340-7115 bethbarker(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:bethbarker@bradburymiller.com> Sign up for our newsletter<https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=11148931…> for updates on available positions!

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Michigan Poet Laureate Program Information and Event Request Form
by LM-PoetLaureate 15 May '23

15 May '23

The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce the selection of award-winning poet Nandi Comer as the Michigan Poet Laureate. As a part of the 2023-24 Michigan Poet Laureate Program, the Library of Michigan and the Michigan Department of Education will support a limited number of events for the Laureate to engage with schools, libraries, and organizations across the State of Michigan. As a part of these limited events, travel and accommodation costs are covered. If you are interested in hosting an event with the Poet Laureate of Michigan, please fill out the form<https://airtable.com/shru0bof6A82sB9lz> with as much information as possible. Deadlines for event requests are as follows: * June 12, 2023, for a visit in 2023 * January 31, 2024, for a visit in 2024 If you have any questions, please email PoetLaureate(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:PoetLaureate@Michigan.gov> or call 517-335-1477. Look for other information about Michigan's Poet Laureate program at www.Michigan.gov/PoetLaureate<http://www.michigan.gov/PoetLaureate>. Sincerely, Mindy Babarskis Reference Librarian Michigan Collection Library of Michigan (517) 335-1477 PoetLaureate(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:PoetLaureate@Michigan.gov>

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Free toner
by Deb Hemmye 15 May '23

15 May '23

Can anyone use this toner? Send Rides handle and we'll get it in delivery for you. Deb Hemmye (she, her, hers) Library Director Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Road Huntington Woods, MI 48070 248-543-9720, ext. 686

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