12/4/2008 BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES Minutes

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i, Vr PUBLIC RELATIONS FOR 1 LIBRAR ' Establish public relations p lana for our library, vorng closely with th lir rr r� 1i panand drir trustees' roles. . l in irripl menting the plans, . . I W. Individual trustees should kno v key issues relating t th li rary yo r 1i rar director can rovide you with lir statistics and needs of the..librar , so you can discuss these knowledgeablwith comm nity.rnem rs. istn the conrrunl e wll�irifrmed axed able spread the word about libraries-in t general and.your.ow library in particular. Tell people,what.trustees do, who they are., and encourage 'oo l to cone t meetings and use the library. Male good use f your p library website 'roviding this inorrnin-your.lira- diretor can a of-great help In this endeavor. Get to know' our townofficials and state legislat rs. Invite-them to participate In library events, celebrations and award ceremonies. . - Establish as ongoin'g relationship with lo n, county and Al local newspapers and Kahle �. stations. i - , - .- ' . - • ..;fit Keep abreast of statewide initiatives and pxiclate in MLA-lobbying efforts. Attend local regional and statewide trustee training workshop's and,O C trustee :A orientation sessions, :. . ; Attend the MLTA/MFOL conferences MLA Ways and Mean Day'.at the Mate House, Library Legislative Day at-the-State House. and the local Legislative Breakfasts. Speak out for your lite.rar s the institution whi h provide: ovid s the taxpayer the"biggest . . .- anfor the hue17, an essential-element in educating the lifelong rn 1aer. 9 Learn.about other lmhrar a and services -available.statewide and h ti nally. _ Supoxt a Friends of-the Liter xoup�-attend-meetings n.d. support t- e- ir-{fndraising - activitie's. SPEAK : YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!