Checks and Balances

Let's think back to where we started in this course.  Have you held the vision statement for your library in mind?  

In order to reach that vision, it takes understanding and good relationships with local government to solve issues that arise related to authority, budgets, personnel, and facilities.

Your understanding of the forms of government, the duties of local government officials, and how to work together to support for library services are foundational to making decisions that ensure the long term success of the library.

A library is a civic institution. It's place in the governance structure of cities or counties determines how financial support, facilities, personnel, and services can be delivered.  We hope you have a better understanding of the importance of library board members' role in connecting to local governments and their officials. Their support can make your library's vision possible.

Your next activity is New Knowledge.