This webinar was recorded and posted on the OLC website.

Sponsored by: Ohio Library Council

Register at my OLC | Deadline to register: 8/17/20

FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

When registering, click “Finalize This Transaction” instead of “Pay Now” as there is no cost to participate.

Webinar Overview:
When Ohio’s public libraries closed their buildings in March to help stop the spread of the coronavirus, library staff quickly came up with ways to continue to serve their communities. Libraries are masters at adapting and this crisis only fueled their creativity. During this webinar, you’ll have the opportunity learn more about the amazing ideas implemented at Ohio’s public libraries during the pandemic. Topics include:

Greene County Public Library

• Makerspace initiatives
• Creating PPE
• Video instruction
• Sign and floor decal production
• Innovative library services
• Home collections

Dayton Metro Library

• Youth initiatives
• Partnering to provide free food at all 18 library branches
• Shifting the popular in-person Career Adventures Camp online
• Imagine Your Story Reading and Adventure Camp

Lorain Public Library

• Digital inclusion initiatives
• WiFi hotspot distribution to schools
• Chromebook distribution to senior living centers
• Creating a new Library on the Lake

Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County Library

• Workforce development initiatives
• Facebook Live Lunch & Learns  events
• Providing job search assistance from home

Presenters:

• Diane Farrell, Director of External Relations and Development, Dayton Metro Library
• Mandie Burns, Youth Services Director, Dayton Metro Library
• Cara Kouse, Innovation and Makerspace Manager, Greene County Public Library
• Sam Lewis, Strategic Initiatives Manager, Lorain Public Library
• Keith Armour, Education and Homework Support Manager, Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County

Learning Objective: Learn how to implement inventive ideas at your library in spite of the current pandemic and the challenges it presents.

Intended Audience: All public library staff.

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as 1.5 continuing education contact hours of credit.

Primary Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Innovation and Adaptability

About the presenters:

Diane Farrell joined the Dayton Metro Library in October 2013 as Director, External Relations and Development. She oversees all marketing, promotions and fundraising activities for both the Library and the Library Foundation, as well as revenue-generating special events department. She is co-chair of the Library’s equity, diversity & inclusion committee. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, Diane is intimately involved with key strategic partnerships; career and workforce development, summer enrichment, and early childhood literacy.

Mandie Burns is the Youth Services Director at the Dayton Metro Library and a member of the library’s senior leadership team. She served as past coordinator of the OLC’s Children’s Services Division Action Council and the Ohio Ready to Read literacy task force. Mandie is currently a statewide trainer for the task force, a role which enables her to share ways to incorporate essential early literacy and pre-reading skills into daily routines for children from birth through age 5 with librarians, parents, and educators.  Mandie is a member of the Ohio team that was competitively selected to participate in the third cohort of the nationwide Leap Into Science initiative kicking off later this year. With 18 years of experience working in public libraries, she has worked on a variety of initiatives and trained library professionals on many topics through workshops, conferences, and webinars.

Cara Kouse is the Innovation and Makerspace Manager at the Greene County Public Library. After five years at an academic library and ten years in public library branch management, she was very excited to have the opportunity to create and manage a makerspace. Spark Place at the Greene County Public Library’s Xenia, Ohio location opened in April 2017 and contains thirteen types of equipment. Cara loves her work providing the literacy of making to the community!

Sam Lewis is the Strategic Initiatives Manager for Lorain Public Library System (LPLS), and has worked for LPLS since 2013. He manages a wide array of projects and initiatives, and works on everything from the 2020 Census to LPLS’s Culinary Literacy initiative to community digital inclusion projects and more. He believes in the library as the connective force of a community, and his passion is working on projects that create avenues to equity and accessibility for all.

Keith Armour is the Education & Homework Support Manager for the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County.  He oversees the system-wide Homework Support program as well as the Adult Learning Center at the Main library. The Adult Learning Center provides a variety of services: Career Assistance, HSE Study Groups, ESOL Conversational English, Basic Academic Skill Building and Exam Proctoring.

The OLC will host a discussion forum for directors of small libraries via Zoom. Directors of public libraries with annual operating revenues of less than $1M and a service area of less than 25,000 are invited to participate in this free event.

Register now.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the discussion group.

This event is sponsored by the Small Libraries Division.

This webinar was recorded and posted on the OLC website.

Sponsored by: Ohio Library Council

Register at my OLC | Deadline to register: 8/18/20

FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

When registering, click “Finalize This Transaction” instead of “Pay Now” as there is no cost to participate.

Webinar Overview:
When the physical library buildings closed in March due to COVID-19, many libraries remained “open” with a virtual library presence while simultaneously planning how to serve their communities further in new and innovative ways. Many libraries adapted quickly to the times by creating curbside and lobby services while updating existing services such as drive-through in order to offer customers access to physical materials, tax forms, printing services, and more.

Discover how libraries of different sizes have executed these services from a customer and staff perspective. During this webinar, you will learn more about:

• How libraries have adjusted and improved their processes and guidelines to ensure services are delivered in a safe and effective manner (even after some libraries have reopened their buildings to the public).
• How  libraries have strengthened the one library, one team concept since other departments have played a pivotal role with delivering and supporting these services.
• How the inclusion of summer reading logs, prizes, and themed, activity-based grab-and-go kits have provided customers access to summer reading in a new way.
• How you can implement these ideas at your library.

This webinar will allow time for Q&A.

Presenters:

• Kacy Cox, Branch Manager, Columbus Metropolitan Library’s Whitehall Branch
• Katy Hite, Assistant Branch Manager, Delaware County District Library
• Ashley Mensah, Customer Services Manager, Pickerington Public Library

Learning Objective: Learn how to adapt your delivery processes from both the staff and customer perspective while keeping everyone safe.

Intended Audience: All public library staff.

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as 1.5 continuing education contact hours of credit.

Primary Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Adaptability

Sponsored by: Ohio Library Council

Register at my OLC | Registration Deadline: 8/31/20

Registration Fees:
Member: $30* | Non-member: $60

*OLC Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional Member Libraries

Program Overview:
This half-day, online workshop is primarily designed for new fiscal officers, deputy fiscal officers, and library directors who want to learn more about the roles and responsibilities of fiscal officers in a public library setting. This education can also serve as a valuable refresher for more seasoned fiscal officers. You will gain a better understanding of some of the duties of a public library fiscal officer and receive the latest information on library funding and key legislative issues impacting public libraries.

Topics include:

• OPERS definition of earnable salary
• How to properly handle a retire/rehire
• How to navigate OPERS employer contribution system
• How to meet the requirements for the PEDACKN Independent Contractor Forms
• How current state revenues affect recent Public Library Fund (PLF) distributions
• History of the PLF
• Legislative issues that impact public libraries
• Fund Accounting
• GASB 54
• Different audit options for different entities.
• How your library’s working budget and budgetary statements should be prepared.
• Ohio Compliance Supplement matrix — know what the auditor is going to ask you and what records the auditor is going to request
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations that apply to public libraries.

Learning Objective:
Learn the latest information from OPERS and the Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber’s Office as well as library funding and key legislative issues impacting public libraries.

Intended Audience: Public library fiscal officers, deputy fiscal officers and library directors.

What’s Included: Participation in the live, online workshop and/or access to the archived version, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters.

NOTE: Workshop invitation and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as (3) continuing education contact hours of credit.

CPIM Credit: This workshop qualifies for 3.25 hours of continuing education credit for the Ohio Treasurer’s Center for Public Investment Management (CPIM). You must report your hours to MyCPIM no later than Sept. 10 (a password will be provided at the end of each session).

Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Fiscal Operations and Organizational Awareness

Agenda:

9:00 – 9:10 a.m. | Join the Zoom Classroom (The link will be emailed to you two days prior to the workshop). We will test audio and video connections to ensure all attendees can see and hear the presenters.

9:10 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions

9:15 -10:30 a.m. | OPERS Reporting and Library Reporting

Presenter: Ruth Morrison, Employer Compliance Specialist, OPERS

Gain a better understanding of a library fiscal officer’s responsibilities with respect to OPERS reporting and applicable library policy. You will learn what comprises earnable salary, how to properly handle a retire/rehire, how to navigate the Employer Contribution System, and how to meet the requirements for the PEDACKN Independent Contractor Forms. This session will use real-life scenarios and examples to assist you along the way.

10:30 – 10:45 a.m. | Break

10:45 – 11:45 a.m. | History of the PLF – How Library Funding Works

Presenters:  Michelle Francis, Executive Director, Ohio Library Council; and Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

Gain a better understanding of how the Public Library Fund (PLF) has historically been funded and distributed to counties and how current state revenues affect recent distributions. You will also learn more about the various resources that the OLC provides to fiscal officers and directors.

11:45 a.m. – Noon | Break

Noon – 1:00 p.m. | Funds and Beyond

Presenter: Joey Jones, Chief Auditor, Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber’s Office

This training session is designed to provide information on:

• Fund Accounting – Understanding the basis for this method of accounting.
• GASB 54 – Fund balance classification and financial statement presentation.
• Audit types – Different audit options for different entities.
• Budgetary statements – Understanding how your working budget and budgetary statements should be prepared.
• Ohio Compliance Supplement matrix –  Learn what the auditor is going to ask you and what records the auditor is going to request.

1:00 p.m. | Adjourn

Due to COVID-19, this event will be held online. 

Registration:  FREE* for OLC Institutional Member Library Directors

Register Now

NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.

Presenter: Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

Road Ahead Tour Overview:
Even though Gov. DeWine will not officially present his Fiscal Year 2022-2023 state budget proposal to the Ohio General Assembly until February 2021, the behind-the-scenes process of formulating his budget proposal has already begun. Jay Smith, OLC’s Director of Government and Legal Services, will host a series of virtual meetings with library directors across the state on his “Road Ahead Tour” for the next state budget. During this “stop,” Jay will share information about OLC’s advocacy efforts and tools for library directors to utilize as we continue to fight for funding at the state level.

Due to COVID-19, this event will be held online. 

Registration:  FREE* for OLC Institutional Member Library Directors

Register Now

NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.

Presenter: Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

Road Ahead Tour Overview:
Even though Gov. DeWine will not officially present his Fiscal Year 2022-2023 state budget proposal to the Ohio General Assembly until February 2021, the behind-the-scenes process of formulating his budget proposal has already begun. Jay Smith, OLC’s Director of Government and Legal Services, will host a series of virtual meetings with library directors across the state on his “Road Ahead Tour” for the next state budget. During this “stop,” Jay will share information about OLC’s advocacy efforts and tools for library directors to utilize as we continue to fight for funding at the state level.

Due to COVID-19, this event will be held online. 

Registration:  FREE* for OLC Institutional Member Library Directors

Register Now

NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.

Presenter: Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

Road Ahead Tour Overview:
Even though Gov. DeWine will not officially present his Fiscal Year 2022-2023 state budget proposal to the Ohio General Assembly until February 2021, the behind-the-scenes process of formulating his budget proposal has already begun. Jay Smith, OLC’s Director of Government and Legal Services, will host a series of virtual meetings with library directors across the state on his “Road Ahead Tour” for the next state budget. During this “stop,” Jay will share information about OLC’s advocacy efforts and tools for library directors to utilize as we continue to fight for funding at the state level.

Due to COVID-19, this event will be held online. 

Registration:  FREE* for OLC Institutional Member Library Directors

Register Now

NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.

Presenter: Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

Road Ahead Tour Overview:
Even though Gov. DeWine will not officially present his Fiscal Year 2022-2023 state budget proposal to the Ohio General Assembly until February 2021, the behind-the-scenes process of formulating his budget proposal has already begun. Jay Smith, OLC’s Director of Government and Legal Services, will host a series of virtual meetings with library directors across the state on his “Road Ahead Tour” for the next state budget. During this “stop,” Jay will share information about OLC’s advocacy efforts and tools for library directors to utilize as we continue to fight for funding at the state level.

Sponsored by: Ohio Library Council

Register at my OLC | Deadline to register: 10/5/20

Registration Fees:
Member: $20* | Non-member: $40

*OLC Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional Member Libraries

Gregg Dodd

Program Overview:
Libraries are faced with unique challenges in a 24-hour news cycle world. Libraries must be ready to communicate quickly about any crisis impacting their reputation, including the ongoing world heath crisis. Gregg Dodd, Director of Marketing for the Columbus Metropolitan Library, will share practical strategies that will help libraries implement a crisis communication plan and how to navigate the complexities of message dissemination during any crisis through real-life examples.

Presenter:
Gregg Dodd, Director of Marketing, Columbus Metropolitan Library

Learning Objectives:

1. Provide practical strategies that will help library administrators identify and implement a communications plan and how to navigate the complexities of message dissemination during a crisis.
2. Identify the most important communication channels, and when to use them.
3. Prepare library administrators with tips to help protect their library brand during a crisis.

Intended Audience: Library administrators and marketing and public relations staff.

What’s Included:
Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as (1) continuing education contact hour of credit.

Primary Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Emergency Preparedness