Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you. Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org www.adlmi.org
Hi Kay, Our attorney is helping us draft one. I am happy to share once it is complete. *Jennifer Balcom* | Library Director | DeWitt District Library P: 517-669-3156 <517-699-3156> | jbalcom@dewittlibrary.org On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 12:59 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you.
Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org www.adlmi.org
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Thank you, Jennifer! It's really appreciated! Cynthia Stanczak, MLS Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! *My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.* On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 10:22 AM Jennifer Balcom via Michlib-l < michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
Hi Kay,
Our attorney is helping us draft one. I am happy to share once it is complete.
*Jennifer Balcom* | Library Director | DeWitt District Library P: 517-669-3156 <517-699-3156> | jbalcom@dewittlibrary.org
On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 12:59 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l < michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you.
Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org www.adlmi.org
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Thank you Jennifer! Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org www.adlmi.org
On Mar 25, 2020, at 10:16 AM, Jennifer Balcom <jbalcom@dewittlibrary.org> wrote:
Hi Kay,
Our attorney is helping us draft one. I am happy to share once it is complete. Jennifer Balcom | Library Director | DeWitt District Library P: 517-669-3156 <tel:517-699-3156> | jbalcom@dewittlibrary.org <mailto:jbalcom@dewittlibrary.org>
On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 12:59 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you.
Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org <mailto:khurd@adlmi.org> www.adlmi.org <http://www.adlmi.org/>
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In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm? EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated." On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you.
Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org www.adlmi.org
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That's what I heard, too. However, how do we show that we work for government entities? I have business cards, but do those suffice to demonstrate that we can be going to work? Thank you! On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM Stacy Pasche via Michlib-l < michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm?
EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated."
On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you.
Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org www.adlmi.org
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Regardless of whether a designation is specifically required, it would be recommended. There would be no other way for a particular employee to know whether he/she should come in. For the Library’s own operational needs, this information and the expectations for employees should be done in writing so everyone is on the same page about who is coming in and when. Also, the designated employee should have a letter from the Library that identifies him or her as a person who is necessary for governmental operations in the event they are stopped by law enforcement. Disclaimer: This is not legal advice and you should consult your own attorney regarding this issue and the format of any letters. Anne M. Seurynck Attorney Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC 1700 East Beltline, NE, Suite 200 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: 616.726.2240 Fax: 517.367.7196 aseurynck@fosterswift.com<mailto:aseurynck@fosterswift.com> www.fosterswift.com<http://www.fosterswift.com/> [cid:image001.png@01D6029F.FA3DD460] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Jessica Holman via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:04 PM To: Stacy Pasche Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter That's what I heard, too. However, how do we show that we work for government entities? I have business cards, but do those suffice to demonstrate that we can be going to work? Thank you! On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM Stacy Pasche via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm? EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated." On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you. Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org<mailto:khurd@adlmi.org> www.adlmi.org<http://www.adlmi.org> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Stacy Pasche, Library Director Benzie Shores District Library 630 Main St. Frankfort, MI 49635 ph: (231) 352-4671 "Sometimes its fun to do the impossible." - Walt Disney _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Jessica Holman Library Director Negaunee Public Library 319 West Case Street Negaunee, MI 49866 (906) 475-7700 ext. 18 ________________________________ DISCLAIMER/CONFIDENTIALITY: This communication, along with any documents, files or attachments, is intended only for the use of the addressee and may contain legally privileged and confidential information. Any document attached is a legal document and should not be changed or altered without the knowledge and approval of legal counsel. The sender takes no responsibility for any alterations, additions, revisions or deletions to any such document. Due to software and printer variations, documents printed at the recipient's location may vary from the original printed document.
Thanks Anne! 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. [cid:image002.png@01D602A0.F0F6FE30] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of Seurynck, Anne via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:22 PM To: 'Jessica Holman' <jdholman@uproc.lib.mi.us>; Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter Regardless of whether a designation is specifically required, it would be recommended. There would be no other way for a particular employee to know whether he/she should come in. For the Library’s own operational needs, this information and the expectations for employees should be done in writing so everyone is on the same page about who is coming in and when. Also, the designated employee should have a letter from the Library that identifies him or her as a person who is necessary for governmental operations in the event they are stopped by law enforcement. Disclaimer: This is not legal advice and you should consult your own attorney regarding this issue and the format of any letters. Anne M. Seurynck Attorney Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC 1700 East Beltline, NE, Suite 200 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: 616.726.2240 Fax: 517.367.7196 aseurynck@fosterswift.com<mailto:aseurynck@fosterswift.com> www.fosterswift.com<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fosterswift.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Cbbb811568e0a4f7e8cec08d7d0d92759%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207503397663964&sdata=lTFkyyI3rKFJGQqUKv3NA1GRULHC0cZdtsJ3tNeLUTU%3D&reserved=0> [cid:image003.png@01D602A0.F0F6FE30] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Jessica Holman via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:04 PM To: Stacy Pasche Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter That's what I heard, too. However, how do we show that we work for government entities? I have business cards, but do those suffice to demonstrate that we can be going to work? Thank you! On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM Stacy Pasche via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm? EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated." On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you. Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. 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So, to recap: I’ll amend my presentation to add the following: EO 2020-21 Does exempt government workers from the designation, BUT , because the exemption is more likely to be considered useful for Municipal, State and local government workers (which tend to be larger, and for which designation would be unwieldy), It is recommended that public libraries, in fact, DO make written designations as described in section 4b of EO 2020-21, https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705-522626--,00.html AND provide necessary employees (those employees who will be going into the library) with appropriate letters to display to law enforcement or emergency personnel, should they be questioned. Thanks to all for the conversation, and thanks to Anne for the clarification! I am very grateful! We will get through all this working together! Sincerely, 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. [cid:image001.png@01D602A2.4D5916D0] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of Membiela, Clare (MDE) via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:29 PM To: Seurynck, Anne <ASeurynck@fosterswift.com>; 'Jessica Holman' <jdholman@uproc.lib.mi.us>; Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter Thanks Anne! 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. [cid:image001.png@01D602A2.4D5916D0] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> On Behalf Of Seurynck, Anne via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:22 PM To: 'Jessica Holman' <jdholman@uproc.lib.mi.us<mailto:jdholman@uproc.lib.mi.us>>; Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org<mailto:spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org>> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mail.mcls.org>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter Regardless of whether a designation is specifically required, it would be recommended. There would be no other way for a particular employee to know whether he/she should come in. For the Library’s own operational needs, this information and the expectations for employees should be done in writing so everyone is on the same page about who is coming in and when. Also, the designated employee should have a letter from the Library that identifies him or her as a person who is necessary for governmental operations in the event they are stopped by law enforcement. Disclaimer: This is not legal advice and you should consult your own attorney regarding this issue and the format of any letters. Anne M. Seurynck Attorney Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC 1700 East Beltline, NE, Suite 200 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: 616.726.2240 Fax: 517.367.7196 aseurynck@fosterswift.com<mailto:aseurynck@fosterswift.com> www.fosterswift.com<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fosterswift.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Cd3d048193d454b4f692c08d7d0da413b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207508131983764&sdata=jByEfnwckYRnYw%2F4kj8C9CFnsfRkuq%2BweI2Cc2%2FKVgc%3D&reserved=0> [cid:image002.png@01D602A2.4D5916D0] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Jessica Holman via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:04 PM To: Stacy Pasche Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter That's what I heard, too. However, how do we show that we work for government entities? I have business cards, but do those suffice to demonstrate that we can be going to work? Thank you! On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM Stacy Pasche via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm? EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated." On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you. Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. 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Hello: I am currently working to confirm this – I’ll post what I find out as soon as I can. 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. [cid:image001.png@01D602A0.8D201040] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of Jessica Holman via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:04 PM To: Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter That's what I heard, too. However, how do we show that we work for government entities? I have business cards, but do those suffice to demonstrate that we can be going to work? Thank you! On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM Stacy Pasche via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm? EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated." On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you. Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org<mailto:khurd@adlmi.org> www.adlmi.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adlmi.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C1cf6dcb60e634810448608d7d0d664c0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207491541580374&sdata=zyHd48M8BMkoFyikLb3mbv%2B1%2FxVA8bQ2glFMZzKIJOQ%3D&reserved=0> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls.org%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fmichlib-l&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C1cf6dcb60e634810448608d7d0d664c0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207491541580374&sdata=pROaQ7elwDCtfyr0dTX6%2FD8UtRDuF9vUqIHh39%2Bfa6Y%3D&reserved=0> -- Stacy Pasche, Library Director Benzie Shores District Library 630 Main St. Frankfort, MI 49635 ph: (231) 352-4671 "Sometimes its fun to do the impossible." - Walt Disney _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls.org%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fmichlib-l&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C1cf6dcb60e634810448608d7d0d664c0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207491541590369&sdata=l%2FGRn4P4na3mgkdyw9f%2BHbIcCPTrgihjqNMdXvLwlqA%3D&reserved=0> -- Jessica Holman Library Director Negaunee Public Library 319 West Case Street Negaunee, MI 49866 (906) 475-7700 ext. 18
Sorry – Michlib-L is running slow for me! This was sent before Anne’s message. 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. [cid:image001.png@01D602A1.53EB0630] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of Membiela, Clare (MDE) via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:26 PM To: Jessica Holman <jdholman@uproc.lib.mi.us>; Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter Hello: I am currently working to confirm this – I’ll post what I find out as soon as I can. 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. [cid:image001.png@01D602A1.53EB0630] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> On Behalf Of Jessica Holman via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:04 PM To: Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org<mailto:spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org>> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mail.mcls.org>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter That's what I heard, too. However, how do we show that we work for government entities? I have business cards, but do those suffice to demonstrate that we can be going to work? Thank you! On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM Stacy Pasche via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm? EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated." On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you. Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org<mailto:khurd@adlmi.org> www.adlmi.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adlmi.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C3e009a144dd042d4dc5308d7d0d9c75b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207506075946376&sdata=gs5nknRYLp%2Fi726LfaZ3kz%2FfByNthinwmA%2FqtevZy8I%3D&reserved=0> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls.org%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fmichlib-l&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C3e009a144dd042d4dc5308d7d0d9c75b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207506075946376&sdata=WaMQEOK9lJZcaKXOKbLjNxJELNZwUhP9A5vW0gEmX%2Fs%3D&reserved=0> -- Stacy Pasche, Library Director Benzie Shores District Library 630 Main St. Frankfort, MI 49635 ph: (231) 352-4671 "Sometimes its fun to do the impossible." - Walt Disney _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls.org%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fmichlib-l&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C3e009a144dd042d4dc5308d7d0d9c75b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207506075956346&sdata=nD5aSq0v%2BbTZjCEEz9bvh3rkOCn%2B9jxYoXvQBe4B0wg%3D&reserved=0> -- Jessica Holman Library Director Negaunee Public Library 319 West Case Street Negaunee, MI 49866 (906) 475-7700 ext. 18
This has been very helpful, and will ease the minds of my employees that are needed to go into the library. There are only a couple of us, and we are not going very often, but this helps. I will formulate a letter from the info provided and in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 2020-21 (COVID-19) for each of us to carry on us. Thank you so much! Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org www.adlmi.org
On Mar 25, 2020, at 12:31 PM, Membiela, Clare (MDE) via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
Sorry – Michlib-L is running slow for me! This was sent before Anne’s message. 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.
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From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> On Behalf Of Membiela, Clare (MDE) via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:26 PM To: Jessica Holman <jdholman@uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:jdholman@uproc.lib.mi.us>>; Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org <mailto:spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org>> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mail.mcls.org>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter
Hello:
I am currently working to confirm this – I’ll post what I find out as soon as I can.
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.
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From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> On Behalf Of Jessica Holman via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:04 PM To: Stacy Pasche <spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org <mailto:spasche@benzieshoreslibrary.org>> Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv <michlib-l@mail.mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mail.mcls.org>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Exemption letter
That's what I heard, too. However, how do we show that we work for government entities? I have business cards, but do those suffice to demonstrate that we can be going to work?
Thank you!
On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM Stacy Pasche via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: In the Lib Mich webinar (archive said to be posted tomorrow), Calre Membiela mentioned that as government entities we do not need exemption letters. Clare, if you see this can you confirm?
EO 2020-21 Sec, 6, c " or purposes of this order, necessary government activities include minimum basic operations, as described in section 4(b). Workers performing such activities need not be designated."
On Tue, Mar 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM Kay Hurd via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Even though our libraries are closed to the public and staff, we still need to have key employees enter our buildings in order to perform essential duties to keep our operations going. Have any of you written an exemption letter for these employees so they can still enter the buildings without fear of breaking the executive order? If you have could you please share? Thank you.
Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd@adlmi.org <mailto:khurd@adlmi.org> www.adlmi.org <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adlmi.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C3e009a144dd042d4dc5308d7d0d9c75b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637207506075946376&sdata=gs5nknRYLp%2Fi726LfaZ3kz%2FfByNthinwmA%2FqtevZy8I%3D&reserved=0>
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Jennifer Balcom -
Jessica Holman -
Kay Hurd -
Membiela, Clare (MDE) -
Seurynck, Anne -
Stacy Pasche -
Stanczak, Cindy