In this video we cover the main activities, timeline, and resources that will help new public library trustees get oriented to their work. (8:15)
Summer months are the time when new trustees typically join a board. How will your board welcome and support the learning curve for these new members? What’s your plan?
Helping new board members succeed is a joint responsibility of the board chair and library director. MSL consultants have created a resource that can be used by local libraries to create a packet and orientation process for new board members. It is impossible to process everything there is to know about the library in one meeting. The best onboarding educates new board members as items arise. There are some basic things that board members will find useful on their “first day.” This framework tries to address those needs.
The consulting program is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Montana State Library.
