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Clare

Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.

Library Law Consultant

Library of Michigan

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Back to Basics: Understanding Michigan's Library Privacy Act

Woman, Anne Seurynck, with black blazer jacket and white blouse smiles at camera in front of blue grey background Join us next week for our final “Back to Basics” webinar which will provide a clear and practical overview of Michigan's Library Privacy Act, helping attendees stay compliant and protecting the rights of patrons.

Back to Basics: Michigan's Library Privacy Act

When: Tuesday, July 22 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Registration: https://fosterswift.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jouJ-pXMTpWt6KxMBzTSZg

This session, presented by municipal & library law attorney Anne Seurynck, is designed as a refresher for library directors, staff and trustees including:

An overview of the Act and its purpose.
What qualifies as a protected library record and what doesn’t.
How to handle law enforcement or FOIA requests.
Best practices for developing policies and training.

If you missed either of our "Back to Basics" sessions, you may view the recordings and slides below:

How to Handle FOIA Requests

Slides: Back to the Basics: FOIA

A Refresher on the Open Meetings Act

Slides: Back to the Basics: OMA

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