Weekly Update — January 21, 2015

Membership Fee Rollout

In 2014 an overwhelming majority of the Evergreen Indiana libraries approved a measure which allows us to become more self-supporting. Over the coming months you will begin receiving paperwork and notices so that you can plan and budget for this new program. As a reminder, the Executive Committee has chosen to use a graduated plan for implementation. The costs for 2016 will be at 50% of the official tier rate. 2017 will be at 75%, and 2018 will see full implementation of the approved rates.

2015/16 Rollout Timeline

  • The Executive Committee will finalize and approve the 2016 annual fee rates at the February 10, 2015 committee meeting.
  • Notices of expected individual library costs will be issued to libraries by April 1, 2015.
  • Libraries should incorporate the costs into their 2016 budget plans.
  • In December, each library will receive an invoice for the appropriate 2016 membership fee.
  • Invoices must be paid by January 31, 2016.

Job News

The Jefferson County Public Library is seeking a new director. Details available here: http://mjcpl.org/director-position-jefferson-county-public-library/ (Closes when filled.)

The Hartford City Public Library is seeking a new director. Details available here: http://www.hartfordcitylibrary.com/ (Closes February 10, 2015.)

Upcoming Evergreen Indiana Training Opportunities

Our live trainings are on hiatus as we continue preparing the asynchronous courses. We will announce new live trainings and webinars as they are scheduled.