I have been a Notary since 2018 as a service the library provides for free. Since it is free we do have a few limitations.  Such as the number i can do at one time, and it is based on my availability.  

It wasn't difficult or cost prohibitive.  It does help that the location for me to be sworn in is a block away from my library. 

The training was online.  

I would get a seal stamp and a record book.  (a Lot of forms ask for a seal stamp)

Policy:

https://www.loutitlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Notary-Service-Policy-2018.pdf

Hope this helps!

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On Fri, Nov 10, 2023 at 11:35 AM Laura Fromwiller via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Good  Morning,

I have been a notary for many years and find it a valuable service to provide for patrons. It is by appointment only, but if I am available for a walk-in, I will take them.

You will need a notary bond from your insurance company, then fill out the form (https://www.michigan.gov/sos/all-services/notary-application - don't sign it) and take it to your county clerk's office to be sworn in ($10), then mail the form and a check to the Office of the Great Seal of Michigan to become official. You will also want to order a log book and stamp (there are lots of companies out there for this), a seal is optional in Michigan.

Here is our policy: https://www.brandonlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Notary-Service-policy-7-25-2023.pdf

I'm happy to answer any questions,

Good luck,

Laura

Laura Fromwiller, Director

Brandon Township Public Library

(248) 627-1474

On Fri, Nov 10, 2023 at 10:34 AM Susan Wess via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

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Hi all,

We're thinking about getting in on the notary game. How did you all go about it? Any limitations? What policies or procedures did you have to put in place? Anything you wish you would have thought of? Thanks!

Cierra Bakovka, MLIS                                                      

She/Her

Director

Henika District Library

149 South Main St.

Wayland, MI 49348

269-792-2891 ext. 309

waycb@llcoop.org

 

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