Trustee Training 101 - The Basics

Great Trustees aren't born - they are formed through training, support and experience. The complex and crucial position of Library board member requires a comprehensive orientation and continuous training to prepare trustees to excel and to support them to succeed. This first part of a two-part introductory training is intended to provide a foundation in the basics of trustee Authority, Duty, Responsibility, and Library Establishment. The intent is to provide foundational information that Trustees can build on through subsequent training opportunities and discussions with their library director, cooperative director and each other.

Instructor information: Clare Membiela, Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan and Shirley Bruursema, Library Trustee Consultant and Current Kent District Library Trustee (Past Kent District Library Board Chair).