Millage Law for Libraries: Know before you go for one

02/17/2021 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET

Admission

  • Free

Location

The webinar link will be emailed to registered participants the day before

Summary

Library Law Attorney Anne Seurynck provides an overview of the Library millage process from a legal perspective. Participants will learn the dos and don'ts of ballots and campaigning in Michigan.

Description

Libraries in Michigan are meant to be funded by local support. In many situations that means a millage. In this session, Library Law Attorney Anne Seurynck will walk participants through the intimidating world of Michigan election and campaign finance laws as they apply to Library Millage campaigns.

Learning Outcomes:
1) Participants will be able to identify the Michigan Laws that govern Millage campaigns.

2) Participants will be able to use the information from this session to plan their Millage campaigns.

3) Participants will be able to review their millage procedures to ensure compliance with appropriate laws.

Instructor information: Clare Membiela, Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan & Anne Seurynck, Attorney with Foster, Swift, Collins and Smith

Webinar link will be emailed to registered participants the day before the webinar begins.