Board meeting minutes fiscal years 2007 current board work plan 20162017 view the calendar of upcoming regular library board meetings for januarydecember, 2021 pdf the kansas city public library system is governed by a ninemember board of trustees. This resource is supported by the institute of museum and library services under the provisions of the library services and technology act as administered by state library of iowa. The kansas public library handbook has been updated to include grammar and structural edits missed in the 2015 edition, statute changes, and changes based on kansas attorney general opinions. Anyone who operates a motor vehicle, motorcycle or motordriven cycle on public roadways in kansas is required to have a drivers license. The trustee training presentations are derived from the kansas public library trustee manual, prepared by the kansas regional library systems, june 2016, and endorsed by the kansas library trustee association if your library would like to schedule a date and time for the systems consultant to do a training session with your library board please contact.
On behalf of my colleagues at the georgia public library service, i extend my gratitude for your leadership and service. Swkls trustee training southwest kansas library system. In addition, public library services must be measured and evaluated to meet public and political demands for accountability. In fact, the state of kansas takes it so seriously, there are laws governing public library boards. The library of virginia is pleased to release the 2019 edition of the virginia public library trustee handbook. New jersey state library new jersey public libraries. The kansas public library handbook is a guide for librarians, trustees and friends of kansas public libraries to find answers to questions and relevant. For a board to function effectively, all members must bring enthusiasm, preparation and dedication to the task and have a firm understanding of the different roles. We hope that this trustee handbook will be helpful during your tenure on the board. The job of a trustee and the operation of the board 1.
Libraries serve as a focus for intellectual growth, research and learning for people of all ages. Acceptance of a position on the library board constitutes a. Trustees are library advocates and leaders in developing service willingly, responsibly and. Ohio public library trustees handbook fourth edition a must for new trustees and for library boards struggling with their role and responsibilities. The manual highlights information about library issues that all trustees. Public library trustees are accountable for the resources of the library as well as to see that the library provides the best possible service to its community. For complete information on your duties as a trustee, see the kansas public library trustee.
Training videos libguides at central kansas library system. Handbook for new public library directors in new york state. The services of modern libraries has become increasingly complex, and involves all members of the community. The kansas public library handbook electronic resource edited, updated, and published by. The ohio public library trustees handbook includes background on the role of the public library trustee and sections on board organization and operations, managing money, staffing, planning and evaluation, public relations, professional. Public library trustee handbook revised 2015robins markups.
Massachusetts board of library commissioners, 2000. A library board of trustees must be certified for the library to be accredited. As a public library trustee, you have a crucial role in keeping this democratic tradition alive and vital. Toknowthecommunityandmakesurethe library sprogramsreflectthe communitysneeds 5. Jerry nichols, palmer school of library and information science. Public library trustees have various roles and responsibilities, many mandated by kansas statute. Becoming a trustee page 1 2 aclb public library trustee handbook an effective public library board of trustees consists of informed and dedicated citizens representing a crosssection of the population and governs the library for the benefit of the community. Trustee handbook 2016 georgia public library service.
The board fulfills ethical, legal and fiduciary responsibilities by. The state library of kansas is committed to increasing reading readiness and ongrade reading while promoting reading, literacy and libraries. A unit of the university system of georgia 1800 century place, suite 150 atlanta, ga 30345. Kansas public library trustee manual filed on september 22nd, 2016. Kansas public library trustee manual 2016 5 qualifications of public library trustees once a library has been established, the official head of the municipalitys governing body appoints library board members, or in the case of district libraries, a library board is elected. Boards also have the responsibility to see that adequate funding is provided. Kansas notary public handbook kansas secretary of state. In 1867, the general assembly passed a public library law giving cities and towns authority to establish or accept a public library, though some already existed. The maine state library is issuing a 2021 update to the maine library trustee handbook. Board of trustees bylaws tonganoxie public library. This manual is designed to give you a basic understanding of the governing powers and duties of library trustees. You are required to have a kansas drivers license within 90 days of moving to kansas. For a regional public library system that consists of five 5 counties.
Prepared by the division for libraries and technology with the assistance of the wisconsin public library trustee handbook revision task force in 2002. Contact information 50 change of status form 51 table of contents titlepage kansas notary handbook this is an interactive pdf. The approach has been expanded to emphasize the role of the local library in relation to other libraries, library systems, the state library and library cooperative programs. Events for may 31, 2021 kansas regional library systems. Handbook for new public library directors in new york state page 3 acknowledgements this handbook for new public library directors in new york state is dedicated to the member library directors of the midhudson library system mhls. Iowa library trustees handbook, 2021 iowa publications online. The kansas public library handbook has been updated to include grammar and structural edits missed in the 2015 edition, statute changes, and changes based on. Public library trustees have the responsibility of ensuring that the library operates efficiently, effectively, and legally and continually grows and changes to meet community needs.
Public library service in rhode island generally began in the mid19th centur y, when public libraries were established in various communities throughout the state. Board of trustees essentials public library trustees are volunteers who serve their community with no financial compensation. This covers how to run a meeting and what the board is there for in regards to the library. The trustee training presentations are derived from the kansas public library trustee manual, prepared by the kansas regional library systems, june 2016.
Leadership by public library trustees is essential if public libraries are to provide high quality service for their communities. If your library is not on van delivery, we will mail one free print copy to you. An orientation with the director and regional consultant must be completed in order for the application to be approved. Developed by tslac, this public library advisory board handbook is a tool kit. Home trustee training resources libguides at central kansas.
North central kansas libraries system, linda knupp. Also available in pdf format on the internet at the kansas government information kgi online library. We have updated the manual periodically since then to reflect changes in the law, in the library field. Rebekkah smith aldrich, midhudson library system, poughkeepsie, ny. Mississippi trustee handbook mississippi library commission. The west virginia public library trustee manual was written to provide trustees, library directors, library. Iowa library trustees handbook, 2021 iowa publications. North dakota public library trustee manual north dakota state. Trustee information northeast kansas library system.
The library board acts as the public trustee of the library. Chapter one becoming a trustee 11 the public library board of trustees a library board of trustees, in some communities referred to as a board of directors or incorporators, is a group of citizen volunteers to whom the governing of a public library is entrusted. The purpose of the 20 oklahoma library trustee handbook is to give trustees a basic understanding of their responsibilities and authority. To be aware of the services of the kansas state library and the northeast.
The community entrusts the library s wellbeing to the board and expects the board to keep the library running correctly and to ensure that the best possible services are provided. The manual highlights information about library issues that all trustees must. Events for march 11 december 9 kansas regional library. The library first published this handbook in 1991 to assist both new and experienced trustees in fulfilling their responsibilities. Georgia public library trustees handbook,second ed. Public library handbook north central kansas libraries system. The different types of libraries can be found on page 8 and 9 of the trustee manual. Kansas driving handbook kansas department of revenue. Reference materials nebraska library board manual formerly the nebraska trustee handbook sample job description of a library trustee. The handbook is a combination and incorporation of two previously published handbooks. Since that time library services have changed significantly and the need for an updated version is apparent. General information 7852963296 email reference department digital book information 7852963296 email statewide services talking books 6203416280.
Northeast kansas library system, jim mingeslaura debaun. Every trustee makes a personal commitment to contribute the time and energy to faithfully carry out. For complete information on your duties as a trustee, see the kansas public library trustee manual. Directories kansas state library, ks official website. The west virginia public library trustee manual was written to provide trustees, library directors, library staff, and interested individuals a general introduction to the duties, powers, and roles of library trustees. Kentucky public library trustee certification program. Kansas state library, ks official website official website. Montana state librarypobox201800helena,montana5962018004064443115 fax. Alabama public library trustee manual alabama library association alabama public. Being a public library trustee is a big responsibility. In 1996, the office of library development produced the oklahoma library trustee handbook. Michigan public library library trustee manual 2021 edition. Recently, one of your most important roles is advocating the library as a valuable community asset and as a center for public access computing.
Montana certification program for library directors, staff and trustees 39. Board members are the vital link between the library and the community. Library board continuing education dan alexander and jessi harris. Any public library may request one free print copy to be delivered via van delivery. This resource guide walks you through library law and tools to be the best public library board mem. Kansas librarians have pooled together learning resources and tools that will be shared throughout the state during the entire month of november. Board certification application form public library accreditation nebraska library association, public library and trustee section. Their hard work, dedication and perseverance have been the drive behind the creation of this handbook. Trustees may be reimbursed, however, for any reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of library business such as travel expenses and mileage ms code 39315 6. Oct 28, 2020 kansas librarians have pooled together learning resources and tools that will be shared throughout the state during the entire month of november. A nominating committee shall be appointed by the president three months prior to the annual meeting and shall present a slate of officers at the annual meeting.
The montana public library trustee handbook will help you continue that vital work. This covers how to do a director search, evaluation. A handbook for wisconsin public library trustees office shall be filled by vote at the next regular meeting of the board after the vacancy occurs. In 1867, the general assembly passed a public library law giving cities and towns authority to establish or accept a public library. A manual for trustees april 2015 to the trustees of public libraries of new jersey, thank you for your commitment to new jerseys libraries, and for serving your community as a. Tocreateandmonitorshortandlongrangeprioritiesforthe library. Missouri public library trustee manual 5 introduction a trustee is part of a decisionmaking team that includes the rest of the trustees and the library director. For a board to function effectively, all members must bring enthusiasm, preparation and dedication to the. Illinois public library trustee manual 2016 this publication was produced by cosla, an independent organization of the chief officers of state and territorial agencies designated as the state library administrative agency and responsible for statewide library development, and modified for illinois by the illinois state library. The derby public library will serve as the principle information agency for individuals.
Providing public library service in todays information age is very challenging. Public library trustee handbook revised 2015robins. A publication of the commonwealth of massachusetts board of library commissioners. Public library trustee ethics statement official statement. Apr 01, 2014 a library board of trustees, in some communities referred to as a board of directors, is a group of citizen volunteers to whom the governing of a public library is entrusted. Virginia public library trustee handbook ldndtrustee effective board meetings kansas. Public library trustee summary manual secretary of state. Trustee training resources libguides at central kansas. Kansas public library trustee manual north central.
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