Greetings! As part of the monthly Library Law Spotlight Webinar series, WEDNESDAY (May 22, 2019, at 10:30am) There will be a FREE 45 minute webinar discussing the activities of Library Boards, Staff, Friends' Groups and "Yes" Committees , as they pertain to Millage campaigns for Public Libraries: "Supporting your Library's Millage Campaign - How to Know your Role" Looking at obtaining a library millage? Planning a renewal campaign? Want to know what a "yes" committee is? Wondering what the library board and staff can do to help with the campaign without causing trouble? Are you part of a friends' group that is wondering if or how your group can help with a millage campaign? I will discuss the basic dos and don'ts of millage campaign participation and support for each of these groups. After this webinar, participants may expect to : Participants will gain: * A basic understanding of which laws govern political activities of library groups. * Basic knowledge of the "Red Flags" to look for when considering ballot question/millage support activities. * Basic knowledge of activities that are permitted for each of these groups, The webinar is FREE, but registration is required. To register, please go to https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.j... Can't make it, but interested? The webinar will be recorded and then posted on the LM website for later viewing. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC@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. May is Teacher Appreciation Month. Use #MIteachAppreesh to recognize outstanding educators - learn more: bit.ly/MIteachAppreesh<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FMIteachAppreesh&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C3135091ffe774edf631f08d6cd6f557c%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C636922275426354280&sdata=xIBhs2YsMaCaLBgtLXuut%2BTzXzVzN3vwF0c%2FMWwO77c%3D&reserved=0> [cid:image001.jpg@01D4FF31.24256D60]
