A new state tool shows which activities are still not allowed in Michigan due to the coronavirus pandemic and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s executive orders. With over 160 coronavirus executive orders in Michigan, the new online webpage shows a chart of activities and indicates if the activity can resume or not in each Michigan region. The Read More
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$8.55 Million in COVID-19 Workplace Safety Grants Available
With employers across the state working to keep their employees, customers, and communities safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, the State of Michigan has launched the Michigan COVID-19 Safety Grant Program. These grants will provide small businesses matching funds of up to $10,000 to decrease the risk of COVID-19 spread through the purchase of safety and Read More
Congress Introduces Library Stabilization Fund Act
ALA asks advocates to urge cosponsors for new legislation Library Stabilization Fund Act (S.4181 / H.R.7486) The spread of COVID-19 has caused significant financial losses for America’s libraries, resulting in disruption to core library services, thousands of furloughs and layoffs. The Library Stabilization Fund Act would allow libraries across the country to retain staff, maintain services, and safely keep communities connected and informed. Read More
Proposed IMLS/LSTA Cuts
Recently, the White House released its proposed budget outlining major cuts and the complete elimination of programs supporting library services. Total elimination of IMLS as proposed in the President’s budget would have a devastating impact on library service across Michigan. Read the memo from Randy Riley, State Librarian of Michigan here. Read More