LEADS FROM LAMA, vol. 16, no. 1
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LEADS FROM LAMA, vol. 16, no. 1
(ISSN: 1076-1926) August 2, 2001
An electronic publication of the
Library Administration and Management Association
In this issue …
+ ELISA COGHLAN LEAVES LAMA OFFICE
+ KEY ACTIONS OF THE LAMA BOARD OF DIRECTORS: ALA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2001
+ LAMA PRESENTS AN EVENING OF JAZZ
+ IFLA BUILDINGS AND EQUIPMENT SECTION PRESENTS WORKSHOP
+ ALA ANNUAL CONFERENCE EVALUATION
+ NATIONAL IMLS CONFERENCE ON MUSEUMS AND LIBRARIES AND THE 21ST CENTURY LEARNER
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ELISA COGHLAN LEAVES LAMA OFFICE
Elisa Coghlan, LAMA Publications and Membership Assistant, has resigned her position effective July 27. She and her husband are moving to Denver, where he is taking another position. During her tenure here, Elisa worked diligently on shepherding through a number of LAMA publications, including the new web version of the Library Buildings Consultants List. We wish her well in whatever new adventures await her in the mile high city. A search will be underway shortly to fill her vacancy.
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KEY ACTIONS OF THE LAMA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ALA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2001
These are the key actions of the LAMA Board of Directors taken during its two meetings during the 2001 Annual Conference. Housekeeping votes are not included.
Directed that a LOMS Organizational Development Discussion Group be created, and that the proposal be referred to COO.
Approved creation of the Building and Equipment Section’s Interiors Discussion Group, charged with the following: To provide a forum for members interested in library interior design, furnishings, and equipment. This forum will serve as an information exchange and support network to identify and discuss common concerns and to explore alternative solutions.
Approved creation of the Measurement, Assessment, and Evaluation Section’s Using Measurement Data for Library Planning, Assessment, and Communication Committee. Its charge will be to identify and disseminate information about the effective uses of measurement data for library planning, assessment, communication; to provide resources to develop skills in the generation, analysis, and use of measurement data for planning, assessment, and communication; to identify needs for research, methodologies, and tools in the area of library planning, assessment, and communication; to promote formal professional education in skills and methodologies appropriate for planning, assessment, and communication; to work with other LAMA sections and ALA divisions as appropriate.
Recommended that the ALA Midwinter Meeting be shortened on a trial basis, i.e., for more than one Midwinter; that this trial to be followed by evaluation; and, that a formal decision to be made subsequent to this process.
Directed that nominations made by the Nominating Committee of LAMA be made between July and November (instead of February through April as they are now).
Extended the Web Task Force through Annual Conference 2002.
Authorized COO to develop a continuous rolling-year review process for LAMA Sections and Discussion Committees-and perhaps Discussion Groups-to ensure their continued focus on LAMA’s Strategic Plan and Initiatives.
Asked COO to consider the name and charges of the Governmental Affairs Committee to include advocacy as a prominent responsibility of that committee.
Referred to COO the question of where editorial oversight of LAMA Website should reside.
Requested that COO review the Partners Committee to clarify its role in and relationship to LAMA initiatives to develop strategic partnerships.
Directed COO to analyze the composition of the LAMA Recognition Committee (a process included to make obsolete a weak PRMS Recognition Committee mandate) with a view toward broad-based LAMA Section representation.
Referred the following to COO: the Fundraising and Financial Development Section be allowed to merge its Publications Committee and its Clearinghouse Committee into a single committee called the FRFDS Publications Committee with the following charge: “to collect and disseminate both electronically and in print information produced by or of vital interest to the FRFDS and to fundraisers and financial officers.”
Directed COO to expand the membership of the Strategic Planning Implementation Committee by adding one Member-at-Large from each Section with the specific individual assignment to be made by each Section Executive Committee-or otherwise better integrate the committee with the sections.
Designated that as much as $2,500 from the New Initiatives Fund be allocated for travel expenses related to the revision and expansion of the Insurance Manual for Libraries, and that this allocation shall come from FY 2002 funds.
Accepted the FY 2002 budget as prepared, with the expressed intent that the budget will be amended once salary expenses are finalized.
Authorized the LAMA Executive Director to spend up to $1,000 per fiscal year on discretionary items without the approval of the Budget and Finance Committee. Such expenditures will be tracked and reported to the committee at its regularly scheduled meetings.
Approved in principle the draft resolution from the Committee on Legislation addressing issues of concern in the draft Hague Convention on Jurisdiction and Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Cases.
Issued the following resolution: Whereas the freedom to read and equity of access are enduring values of the library profession. Whereas the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) mandates restriction of free speech. Whereas library administrators and managers are constrained by restrictive legislation. Whereas unfounded mandates encumber administrators and managers. It is resolved that LAMA contribute $2,500 to the ALA CIPA legal fund.
Approved several new LAMA Regional Institutes: “Effect of Services on Library Users: Outcomes Based Evaluations,” an institute developed by Rhea Joyce Rubin, as the 2002 Institute of the Year; “Mission Possible: Practical Project Management,” developed by Patricia Wagner; “The Library’s Challenge: How to Recruit and Retain High Performing Employees,” developed by Paula Singer; “Group Decision-Making: Why It Doesn’t Work and What to Do about It,” developed by Donald Kelsey.
Approved the following resolution: Be it resolved that the LAMA Special Programs and Conferences Committee and the LAMA Board hereby commend Paul Anderson, chair, for his outstanding leadership commitment and energy and commend him for his combined commitment to LAMA.
Thanked Carol Anderson for her vision to move LAMA forward on its focus planning and activities. Her dedication to the advancement of the organization through the development of the strategic plan, member support and encouragement and her hands of efforts are exemplary. The Board appreciates Carol’s leadership and her continuous work in LAMA.
Approved the following resolution: Whereas the LAMA Board thanks Yvonne McLean for her wonderful support of LAMA members; and Whereas, the Board applauds Yvonne for her conscientious planning activities, and follow-up on conference details, and Whereas the Board appreciates her dedicated services and Therefore be it resolved the LAMA Board wishes her the very best in her new position as Conference Coordinator with ALA Conference Services.
Approved the following resolution: Whereas the LAMA Board thanks Charles Wilt for his leadership during the LAMA transition; and Whereas his ability to manage two divisions with skill and grace be most appreciated; and Whereas he has set a high standard for future administrators, Therefore be resolved that the Board wishes Charles Wilt success in his new position as Executive Director of ALCTS, and considers him a true friend of LAMA.
Applauded outgoing LAMA staff member Shonda Russell for her outstanding support of the division’s members and committees. The Board acknowledges her expertise in numerous areas, especially in the John Cotton Dana Awards process and in LAMA Web page design. The Board thanks Shonda for her dedicated services and wishes her the best in her new position as Specialist in ALA’s Information Technology and Telecommunications Services Department.
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LAMA PRESENTS AN EVENING OF JAZZ
Where better to enjoy jazz than at its hottest in New Orleans!
Come listen and dance to two outstanding jazz ensembles at the Library Administration and Management Association’s “Evening of Jazz,” 8:00 PM, Saturday, January 19, 2002, during the ALA Midwinter Meeting in New Orleans.
The evening will feature two classic New Orleans jazz bands, the Port of New Orleans Jazz Band-rated Offbeat Magazine’s 2000 Best Emerging Traditional Jazz Band, and the Original Dixieland Jazz Band.
Event proceeds will benefit the LAMA Endowment Fund. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased through December 1, 2001, with the ALA Conference Advanced Registration form in the October 2001 issue of American Libraries. Tickets also will be available in the Conference Registration area on a space-available basis on the night of the performance.
For more information contact Julie Reese, 800-545-2433, x5034, jreese@ala.org.
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IFLA BUILDINGS AND EQUIPMENT SECTION PRESENTS WORKSHOP
Future Places: Reinventing Libraries in the Digital Age
August 15-17, Northeastern University, Boston
Three days of outstanding international speakers and visits to major new library facilities projects in the Boston Area. The seminar will provide useful information to those planning new or remodeled facilities, as well as a comprehensive update on facilities issues from an international perspective.
For more complete information please visit the XII Buildings Seminar
Website at: http://www.library.uiuc.edu/administration/ifla.htm
Or contact Barton Clark (b-clark@uiuc.edu) or Wendy Shelburne
(shelburn@uiuc.edu)
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ALA ANNUAL CONFERENCE EVALUATION
The 2002 Conference Planning Coordinating Team needs your input. In order to make our upcoming Annual Conference in Atlanta (June 13-19, 2002) the best ever, we need feedback on our 2001 Annual Conference. There is a short, easy survey on the ALA home page www.ala.org
Just click where it says survey under the ALA 2001 Conference Logo. It will probably take you no more than two to three minutes, but your input is invaluable. Thanks so much for your help.
—The 2002 Conference Planning Coordinating Team
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NATIONAL IMLS CONFERENCE ON MUSEUMS AND LIBRARIES AND THE 21ST CENTURY LEARNER
November 7 – 9 , 2001
Washington DC
An Invitation to Explore Community Partnerships for Lifelong Learning
Washington, DC: As the Federal agency that provides support for both libraries and museums, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has a primary focus on lifelong learning, partnership and technology. In FY 2003 IMLS anticipates awarding over $2 million for partnerships that address the needs of 21st century learners.
As part of its 21st century learner initiative IMLS will host a conference in Washington, DC November 7 – 9 to examine actual experiments in creating community partnerships for lifelong leaning and to explore innovative ideas and resources.
The Concept: Communities must take responsibility for fostering a learning culture in the information age. Continuing developments in technology and the increasing mobility and pluralism of populations present and demand opportunities to increase skills, knowledge, and understanding. As trusted stewards of the artifacts of history, culture, science, and the natural
world in communities across the country, libraries and museums are among the most vital providers of new learning opportunities.
Who should attend: All who have an interest in, or experience with, creating community partnerships for lifelong leaning are welcome – from libraries, museums, colleges and other educational institutions, to representatives of the broadcast, technology, and research fields, and the funding and public policy sectors.
Registration is free. To register for the conference or for more information, contact Elizabeth Lyons at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC 20506, (202) 606-4649 or elyons@imls.gov.
Conference participants are eligible for special room rates at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Washington on Capitol Hill, 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001. For hotel reservations at the special rate, please telephone the Hyatt before October 9, 2001 at 1-800-233-1234 or 202-737-1234 and indicate you are participating in the Institute of Museum and Library Services 21st Century Learner Conference.
—Eileen Maxwell, Public Affairs Specialist, Institute of Museum and Library Services
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Want more information about LAMA, its bylaws, policies and procedures, awards, programs and institutes? Check the LAMA web site: http://www.ala.org/lama.
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