Illinois Heartland Library System http://lcls.org/ en Please comment on proposed IHLS Bylaws Change http://lcls.org/?q=content/please-comment-proposed-ihls-bylaws-change-jan-2019 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>Every year, the board appointed nominating committee works hard to craft a strong slate of candidates for IHLS board positions that will be open for the coming fiscal year. When the process is completed, the nominating committee presents a report to the board detailing how the process played out and recommendations for improvement. This year, a recommendation was made that requires revision of board policy. The revision has to do with what consideration should be given to incumbent board member who is running for a second term.</p> <p>You can find the proposed revision below: </p> <p><u><strong>Proposed Changes to Article VI Board of Directors, Section 4 Nominating Committee for the Board of Directors</strong></u></p> <p>New language in <span style="color:red;"> red </span></p> <div class="well"> <p>b. The Nominating Committee shall prepare a ballot and certify that all candidates are eligible electors in the geographic area of the System. The ballot will include no more than <s>four (4)</s> <span style="color:red;">six (6)</span> eligible candidates for each open seat. <span style="color:red;">Any incumbent board member running for a second term will automatically be awarded a slot on the ballot.</span> In the event that there are no eligible candidates for an open position on the IHLS board, there will be a write-in vote. Any viable write-in candidate will be required to meet all eligibility criteria for the specific board position and must receive a minimum of five (5) affirmative votes in order to win election. The nominating committee must verify the winning candidate. If there is no clear winner from the write-in vote, the president will appoint a new board member.</p> <p><strong>Comments will be accepted thru February 1.</strong></p> </div> </div></div></div> Fri, 11 Jan 2019 16:57:01 +0000 Brant Wingerter 3140 at http://lcls.org Viewing Parties: Big Talk From Small Libraries http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/viewing-parties-big-talk-small-libraries <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><a href="http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/registration/?fbclid=IwAR3xqP7MZF85uii5WQrR4V7sPin_zyGFKQsfUFTGX2tivowdCYT7TCL1CPE"><img alt="" height="366" src="/sites/default/files/images/BigTalkSmallLibraries.jpg" style="float:left" width="300" />Big Talk From Small Libraries</a> is a <strong>free </strong>online conference scheduled for <strong>February 22 </strong>from <strong>8:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.</strong> This event is hosted by the Nebraska Library Commission and sponsored by the Association of Rural and Small Libraries (ARSL). While everyone is welcome, the conference has been developed specifically for libraries serving populations fewer than 10,000 people. Are you interested in this event? There are several ways that you can participate! You can <a href="http://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventshow.asp?ProgId=17761">register</a> directly for the program and join via your workstation. You can even have several attendees from the same library participate at your location under one registration. </p> <p><strong>IHLS Viewing Parties:</strong></p> <p>If you are interested in a more interactive experience, IHLS is hosting viewing parties at each of the three hubs in Carbondale, Champaign, and Edwardsville. Enjoy this virtual conference with less distraction and more networking. You do not need to register individually for the conference, but we do need to send a list of attendees, so please <a href="https://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=28520">register in L2</a> for the viewing party. Space is limited, so please register early!</p> </div></div></div> Thu, 24 Jan 2019 17:31:54 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3168 at http://lcls.org Library Trustees http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/library-trustees <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p class="rtecenter"><img alt="" height="180" src="/sites/default/files/images/Library%20Trustees.jpg" width="300" /></p> <p>Libraries owe much to the unpaid volunteers, whether elected or appointed, who serve on their boards. It is worth investing time and money to help them do their jobs better, network with other trustees and get an overview of the power and future of libraries.</p> <p>The I<a href="https://www.ila.org/" target="_blank">llinois Library Association (ILA)</a> is providing just such an opportunity at the <a href="https://www.ila.org/events/trustee-workshop-springfield" target="_blank">Trustee Workshop</a> in Springfield at the Illinois State Library on Saturday, March 9, 2019. It is day long program that includes a continental breakfast, a buffet lunch and coffee breaks. There is a registration fee, but it is worth the investment. If the cost presents a problem please contact <a href="mailto:epopit@illinoisheartland.org">Ellen </a>or <a href="mailto:ayackle@illinoisheartland.org">Anna</a>.</p> <p>IHLS views library trustees as vital members of our system and would like to reach out to them when we have information to share with them. Directors please make sure to list your board members’ current email addresses in <a href="https://www.librarylearning.info/?LibSys=IHLS" target="_blank">LibraryLearning (L2)</a>.</p> </div></div></div> Fri, 18 Jan 2019 18:05:32 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3162 at http://lcls.org Libraries are a Great Return on Investment! http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/libraries-are-great-return-investment <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p class="rtecenter"><img alt="" height="333" src="/sites/default/files/images/ROI%20Infographic.JPG" style="float:left" width="250" /><img alt="" height="333" src="/sites/default/files/images/Chatham%20ROI.JPG" width="250" /></p> <p>It is wonderful when we can share stories on member libraries on the <a href="https://www.illinoisheartland.org/content/article/libraries-news">Libraries in the News</a> page. It is especially great when they are stories like <strong>Chatham</strong> saving their cardholders $2 million dollars, <strong>Edwardsville</strong> saving card holders $3 million, and <strong>Decatur</strong> saving their patrons over $8 million.</p> <p>Do you want to communicate the library’s value to your community? Try out the new <a href="https://www.illinoisheartland.org/content/article/free-or-low-cost-resources">ROI Infographic</a> template on the <a href="https://www.illinoisheartland.org/resources-for-libraries">Resources for Libraries</a> page.</p> <p>If your library hasn’t already worked on an infographic, give the template a try. If your library is a member of SHARE, contact Joan Bauer (<a href="mailto:jbauer@illinoisheartland.org">jbauer@illinoisheartland.org</a>) for your 2018 statistics.</p> <p><strong>Academic librarians, special librarians, and school media specialists</strong>, we haven’t forgotten about you! Would you like to see a similar ROI Infographic to communicate to your organization or stakeholders? We have created surveys to help develop an infographic specific to your community. Please help by taking the survey for your library type:</p> <ul><li><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X88L6M9" target="_blank">ROI Infographic for Academics</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R62LM7R" target="_blank">ROI Infographic for Schools</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XKWSGHC" target="_blank">ROI Infographic for Specials</a></li> </ul><p>With your help, we can continue to provide high-quality advocacy tools for your organization!</p> </div></div></div> Fri, 18 Jan 2019 17:42:19 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3161 at http://lcls.org Elevate 2019 http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/elevate-2019 <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img alt="" height="76" src="/sites/default/files/images/Elevate.jpg" width="300" /></p> <p>Applications are open for <a href="https://www.ila.org/events/elevate-illinois-libraries-leadership-pr" target="_blank"><strong>Elevate Illinois Libraries Leadership Program</strong></a> that will be held on <strong>April 27, 2019</strong>, at the Illinois State Library. Elevate is a statewide library initiative to recruit and nurture future Illinois library leaders. <strong>This year's program will focus on how to build effective teams. </strong>Through case studies and small group discussion, participants will learn how to help teams get off to a great start and build toward success as well as how to diagnose and solve common team problems. </p> <p>The application deadline is <strong>Friday, March 1</strong>. Notifications on status of applications will be sent by March 11. If you have questions about your application, please contact Cyndi Robinson at <a href="mailto:robinson@ila.org?subject=Elevate%20" target="_blank">robinson@ila.org</a>or 312-644-1896.</p> </div></div></div> Thu, 17 Jan 2019 22:50:04 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3157 at http://lcls.org Meet with legislators and advocate for libraries! http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/meet-legislators-and-advocate-libraries <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p><img alt="" height="84" src="/sites/default/files/images/ILA%20Legislative%20Meetups.png" width="400" /></p> <p>We all need to speak up for libraries! </p> <p>We have that opportunity at the Legislative Meet-Ups scheduled by the Illinois Library Association. The big day for IHLS libraries will be Friday, <strong>February 8</strong>, with a <strong>breakfast in Edwardsville</strong> and then a <strong>luncheon in Effingham</strong>.  A <strong>breakfast </strong>will also be held in <strong>Normal </strong>on Monday, <strong>February 4th</strong>.</p> <p>It is a wonderful opportunity to meet with legislators and showcase the impact libraries have within their districts! </p> <p>Library trustees, directors, and staff from public, school, and academic libraries are encouraged to attend and participate.</p> <p>Your registration fee includes breakfast or lunch, legislative materials, and program featuring state and federal legislative briefing and library-related priorities and speakers.</p> <p class="rtecenter"><span class="nanospell-typo"><strong>Make your voice heard!</strong></span></p> <p>Find the link to registration and more information on<a href="https://www.ila.org/events/legislative-meet-ups" target="_blank"> ILA's website</a>.</p> </div></div></div> Thu, 17 Jan 2019 22:34:33 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3156 at http://lcls.org OMA Resources http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/oma-resources <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p style="text-align:center"><img alt="" height="180" src="/sites/default/files/images/OMA.jpg" width="300" /></p> <p>The <a href="http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=84&amp;ChapterID=2">Illinois Open Meetings Act</a> is a law that all boards must comply with but can lead to confusion. The law can change or a ruling by the Public Access Counselor (PAC) Office of the Illinois Attorney General may interpret an aspect in a new light. Some helpful resources to keep current on the law or to seek guidance from are <a href="http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/library/libraries/trustee.html">the Illinois State Library</a>, <a href="http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/">Illinois Attorney General</a> and the <a href="http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/">Municipal Minute</a>.</p> <p>The <a href="http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/library/home.html">Illinois State Library’s</a> website has a link especially <a href="http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/library/libraries/home.html">For Libraries</a>. From that page click on <a href="http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/library/libraries/trustee.html">Trustee Information</a>. That page will have a link to the <a href="http://foia.ilattorneygeneral.net/Default.aspx">Open Meetings Act/Freedom of Information Act Training</a>  (Illinois Attorney General's Office) and Links to these two informative webinars: <a href="http://webjunctionillinois.adobeconnect.com/p7h4f22wvdy">Introduction to the Freedom of Information Act Webinar</a>  and <a href="http://webjunctionillinois.adobeconnect.com/p8zcu1hahk8">Introduction to the Open Meetings Act Webinar</a>.</p> <p>The <a href="http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/">Office of the Illinois Attorney General</a> has a portal to the <a href="https://foia.ilattorneygeneral.net/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fPortal%2fFOIAOMAPortal.aspx">Open Meetings Act</a> (OMA) for training and a description and the duties of the <a href="http://foia.ilattorneygeneral.net/default.aspx">Public Access Counselor</a> (PAC). The PAC is responsible for educational materials, advisory opinions, mediating disputes, requests for reviews, binding opinions and electronic training. The PAC knows the OMA better than anyone else and has the power to make binding decisions. A library board or a director can seek advice from the PAC. </p> <p>Kwame Raoul is the new Attorney General and the page seems to be undergoing some changes. The position of PAC is an appointed one. The person currently holding the office is Sarah Pratt, Public Access Counselor (1-877-299-3642 or <a href="mailto:publicaccess@atg.state.il.us">publicaccess@atg.state.il.us</a>.)</p> <p><a href="http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/">Municipal Minute</a> is an online newsletter produced by Ancel Glink law firm to which anyone can subscribe. The homepage lists the major topics covered. The <a href="http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/search/label/Open%20Meetings">Open Meetings Act</a> has a library of several articles to be perused. Three recent articles particularly stand out, the <a href="http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2019/01/pac-binding-opinions-for-2018.html">PAC Binding Opinions for 2018</a>, <a href="http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2019/01/two-final-binding-pac-opinions-for-2018.html">Two Final PAC Binding Opinions for 2018</a> and <a href="http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2019/01/15-minute-limit-on-public-comment.html">15 Minute Limit on Public Comment Violated OMA</a>. An excellent podcast on Sunshine Laws (including OMA, FOIA, etc.) entitled <a href="http://quorumforum.ancelglink.com/2019/01/sunshine-laws.html">Quorum Forum Sunshine Laws</a> is available.</p> <p>These three resources, the Illinois State Library, Illinois Attorney General and the PAC, and the <em>Municipal Minute</em> along with your library’s attorney are great resources to draw on before you make a mistake. Utilize them before your library faces bad press or legal action.  </p> </div></div></div> Thu, 17 Jan 2019 21:51:52 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3155 at http://lcls.org Updating LibraryLearning (L2) Information http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/updating-librarylearning-l2-information <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p style="text-align:center"><a href="http://www.librarylearning.info" target="_blank"><img alt="" height="143" src="/sites/default/files/images/L2.JPG" width="408" /></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.librarylearning.info/">LibraryLearning (L2)</a> serves as the official statewide directory of libraries and library staff members and the beginning of a new year is a great time to review your library’s L2 account and make sure everything is up to date.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Library directors</strong> should look up their library building using <strong>Find Libraries</strong>, then check their library's record for accuracy. Directors should view the staff and trustee list to ensure everyone listed is still affiliated with their library as an employee or board member and that all information is correct.</p> <p>IHLS views library trustees as vital members of our system and would like to reach out to them when we have information to share with them. Directors <strong>please make sure to list your board members’ current email addresses in L2</strong>.</p> <p>While editing your library’s record in L2, please ensure the accuracy of your library’s hours, address, and website.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>All library workers</strong> need to have a profile on L2 and should check it on a regular basis. Staff members are reminded not to create a new account when changing libraries. <strong>Not sure if you have an account? </strong>If you are not sure whether you already have an L2 account:</p> <ul><li>Go to <u><a href="http://www.librarylearning.info">www.librarylearning.info</a></u> and click the "Sign In" link.</li> <li>Click the Forgot Your Password? link.</li> <li>Enter your email address and click Submit.</li> </ul><p>If you have an L2 account associated with that email address, you will receive a password reminder via email. Note: It is possible that an account would have been created with a previous email account, so you might check that address as well.</p> <p><strong>To edit your profile</strong>, log in to L2, then click on your name in the box in the upper right corner and then click on <strong>Edit Profile</strong>.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you or your colleagues would like help with L2, please feel free to direct any questions to Ellen Popit (<a href="mailto:epopit@illinoisheartland.org">epopit@illinoisheartland.org</a> | 618-985-3711 x 624).</p> <p> </p> </div></div></div> Thu, 17 Jan 2019 21:16:24 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3154 at http://lcls.org Grow Your Mind Apparel Sale http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/grow-your-mind-apparel-sale <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p class="rtecenter"><img alt="" height="225" src="/sites/default/files/images/T-shirts%20Member%20Day.jpg" width="400" /></p> <p>Did you attend the 2018 Member Day and wish you could purchase a “Grow Your Mind” t-shirt? Great news! We’ve come up with a way for you to do just that, and you can even purchase other items with the “Grow Your Mind” Member Day logo. <strong>Big Frog Custom T-Shirts and More</strong> in Edwardsville has set up a website for us so you can purchase your items. Any proceeds will be used to support Member Day 2019.</p> <p><img alt="" height="250" src="/sites/default/files/images/t-shirt%20order.jpg" style="float:left" width="250" />A few items of note:</p> <ul><li>No minimum purchase required.</li> <li>Shipping is a flat rate of $4.50. Order one shirt, order 20 – only pay $4.50 for shipping.</li> <li>There are a variety of sizes and items to choose from and you get to choose colors too!</li> <li>This sale is only for a limited time. All orders must be submitted by February 18, 2019*. Click on the link below to start your order today!</li> <li><a href="https://heartlandlibrary.itemorder.com/sale">https://heartlandlibrary.itemorder.com/sale</a></li> </ul><p>*All ordering questions should be directed to Big Frog at <a href="mailto:EDWARDSVILLE@BIGFROG.COM">EDWARDSVILLE@BIGFROG.COM</a> or 618-223-5788.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div></div></div> Thu, 17 Jan 2019 15:21:52 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3152 at http://lcls.org CMC Transcribing Naturalization and Immigration Records http://lcls.org/?q=content/article/cmc-transcribing-naturalization-and-immigration-records <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>The Cataloging Maintenance Center (CMC) staff are in process of transcribing typed and handwritten naturalization and immigration records owned by SIU-E: Naturalization Records, Indexes, Intentions, Petitions, and Declarations of Intentions.</p> <p>Their goal is to transcribe approximately 10,000 pages from now until June 30, 2019. Below are examples of documents that they are currently working on.</p> <p>CMC will continue cataloging other items, but turnaround times may be affected while they complete this project.</p> <p><img alt="" height="628" src="/sites/default/files/images/NatBox5_00000003.jpg" width="400" /></p> <p><img alt="" height="608" src="/sites/default/files/images/NatBox5_00000001.jpg" width="400" /></p> <p><img alt="" height="633" src="/sites/default/files/images/NatBox15_00000218.jpg" width="400" /></p> <p><img alt="" height="608" src="/sites/default/files/images/naturalization5_0029.jpg" width="400" /></p> <p>The item below is unusual because most of the documents are in black and white and do not contain a lot of imagery.</p> <p><img alt="" height="728" src="/sites/default/files/images/NatBox15_00000220.jpg" width="463" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div></div></div> Tue, 15 Jan 2019 18:36:40 +0000 Julia Pernicka 3149 at http://lcls.org
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