Public Library trustees are required to receive 2 hours of training each year. 4CLS makes many programs available. See below for registration links to upcoming training opportunities and recordings of past webinars.
Other training providers include:
For reporting attendance at training when the provider does not offer a certificate, please use this Self-Assurance Form.
Financial Basics for Trustees
An exploration of good governance, best practices, and fraud prevention.
Legal Basics for Trustees
An exploration of the various laws & regulations that apply to public libraries in New York State.
Library Trustee Basic Training
Designed to give new trustees a basic understanding of the roles & responsibilities of library trustees.
Core Values and Trustee Ethics
An exploration of the core values of our profession and the ethical standards for trustees
Library Board & Director Evaluation
Tools and strategies for evaluating director and board performance
From the Mid-Hudson Library System Trustee Handbook Club:
Governance Structure: The Role of Board Officers and Board Committees (Webinar)
Tuesday, October 15th, 5:00-6:30PM
Registration: https://midhudson.org/events/trustee-handbook-book-club-governance-structure-the-role-of-board-officers-and-board-committees/
(Non-MHLS Member Library Trustees will not be issued a MHLS Certificate of Attendance but can use the Self-Assurance Reporting Form found on the NYS Division of Library Development’s web site.)
The New York State Library has designated WebJunction as an approved trustee education provider.
Below are upcoming webinars from WebJuction:
Wednesday, August 28, 3:00 to 4:00 pm
Library customer service and adult programs for people living with dementia
This webinar will offer a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer’s dementia and practical advice on meeting the needs of both those with dementia and their caregivers.
Wednesday, September 18, 3:00 to 4:00 pm
Crafting and maintaining effective patron policies for community success
Learn to create policies that will enable safe and effective library operations in your community.
Thursday, September 26, 3:00 to 4:00 pm
Engaging Beyond Our Walls: Libraries connecting communities through outdoor games and stories
Discover how libraries can use outdoor games and interactive stories to connect with communities and showcase local history and landmarks.
