The first week we were opened, we had a small desk with a laptop next to this station. A staff member sat at that desk to welcome everyone in and explain our new protocol. We really felt it was helpful - mostly for the staff who was very nervous about the public coming back in. Now we just have the station up and the circulation staff - which people have to walk by to get into the library proper - monitoring and explaining the new protocol to people. \ [cid:image003.jpg@01D656BE.399995F0] ________________________________ From: Michlib-l [michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] on behalf of Emily Dumas via Michlib-l [michlib-l@mcls.org] Sent: Friday, July 10, 2020 9:40 AM To: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Welcome stations for libraries open to the public Good morning! This question is for any library that has already reopened to the public, or is planning to soon: Do you have a "welcome" station for patrons when they first arrive in which they can get a rundown of new procedures, be provided a mask if they need one, etc.? If so, could you share a photo with me or provide a description of what it will be like? Thanks in advance! Emily -- Emily M. Dumas Library Director Royal Oak Public Library 248.246.3710
