The Library Network is proud to continue the legacy of the Book and Author Society, through the new BAS Committee. The committee will work to plan one or more annual author events, in the tradition of the BAS, under the auspices of The Library Network.

The Circulation Committee reviews circulation procedures and makes recommendations for changes to procedures. It is an environment where processes and suggestions can be shared to help support fellow circulation staff.

The purpose of the E-Content committee is to optimize the operation of the e-content, downloadable delivery service.

This TLN EDI committee is charged with:
• Reporting to the TLN Steering Committee
• Advise and make recommendations
• This is a standing committee

The Member Council shall be composed of one representative (the Director or their designee) from each member library.

The TLN Reciprocal Borrowing Committee is charged with:
• Working with the TLN Executive Director to assess the current “TLN Reciprocal Borrowing” policy
• Review of any member input
• Review similar policies from other peer institutions
• Advising how the policy should be implemented

The SAS Users’ Group Executive Committee will make responsible recommendations and decisions regarding technology, fiscal/budget matters, and policies as defined in the Executive Committee Bylaws.

The TLN Shared Automation System User Group (SASUG) provides access to and sharing of resources among members by means of an integrated automation system that reflects the holdings and availability of materials of all participating libraries.

The Consortium is guided by a Steering Committee consisting of one member each for Classes VI, V, IV; one representing Classes I, II and III combined; plus 3 additional at large seats. The steering committee will be responsible for making recommendations to the membership on matters concerning organization, operation, and priorities of the Consortium.

The TLN Substitute Pool Services Committee is charged with:
• Working with the TLN Executive Director to define what this new applicant
pool service should encompass
• Determine what data points to collect based on information provided
• Advising how the program should be implemented

The Technology Committee identifies specific objectives and strategies related to the use of technology that are critical to the ability of TLN and our members to meet our service goals.

The primary purpose of The Library Network Teen Services Committee is to promote, advocate and consistently work to achieve the highest level of level of library service to youth from 12 – 18 years and to others concerned with young adults.

Committee working on the Telecom RFP

The TLN Training and Development Committee is formed to take suggestions and develop for trainings that would benefit the TLN member libraries and their employees.

The TLN Workplace Climate Study RFP Committee is charged with:
• Working with the TLN Executive Director to write an RFP seeking bids for
doing a TLN-wide “Workplace Climate Study Survey” that would be
distributed to libraries interested in participating
• Assisting in the review of bids received
• Advising the TLN Executive Director, after reviewing bids, on any
recommendations to make to the TLN Board on whether or not the project
will be feasible and if it should move forward

The primary mission and purpose of The Library Network Youth Services Committee is to promote, advocate and consistently work to achieve the highest level of public library service to youth from birth to twelve years and to others concerned with young people.