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Library Vehicle Usage Policy

F7Library Vehicle Usage PolicyApproved: 09/26/2013       Purpose The Ypsilanti District Library maintains a passenger vehicle for use in the daily operations of the library. This policy is intended to direct the use and operation of any library vehicle. Vehicle UseAny vehicle owned or leased by the Library may be used by authorized drivers and for official library business only and under no circumstances will any library vehicle be used for personal business. Official business includes purchasing library materials and supplies, the transport of library materials and property between library facilities and program locations, the transport of library personnel …

Social Media Policy

D8Social Media PolicyApproved: 01/30/2014 Purpose The Ypsilanti District Library is committed to engaging the community through social media. Social media includes web applications, web sites or web accounts created and/or maintained by the Library, to inform Library users about its programs, events, hours, employment opportunities, and materials. The Library has established social media sites to engage Library users and staff in dialogue and the exchange of information about these programs, events, hours, employment opportunities, and materials. The Library’s social media sites are not intended to be traditional public forums for the general exchange of ideas and viewpoints, but a limited …

Purchasing Policy

E4PURCHASING POLICYApproved: 06/02/2008Revised: 4/25/2017 SECTION I. Purpose The Board of Trustees of the Ypsilanti District Library has established this purchasing policy to govern the purchase of goods and services for the Library. As a steward of public funds, the Library will make purchases that provide the greatest economic advantage. First consideration will be given to vendors within the library district who offer competitive pricing and acceptable quality and service. This policy has the following objectives Ensure that all library purchases comply with applicable laws. Make the best possible use of tax dollars by purchasing goods and services economically. Provide clear …

Credit Cards and Electronic Transaction of Public Funds Policy

E1Credit Card and Electronic Transfer of Public Funds PolicyApproved: 04/22/2004 The Library Director is responsible for issuing, accounting for, monitoring, retrieving and generally overseeing the compliance with the Ypsilanti District Library’s credit card policy. District credit cards may be used only by a Trustee or employee of the Ypsilanti District Library for the purchase of goods or services for the official business of the District. Ypsilanti District Library Trustee and employees who use a District credit card shall submit documentation detailing the goods or services purchased, cost, date or the purchase, and the official business for which the card is …

Computers & Internet Access

Computers and WiFi are available to the public

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Check out books, music, and movies. Download eBooks, Audiobooks, and magazines. Use a computer, take a free class, and let the kids read, learn, and play. Explore your world at your library!

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Michigan Avenue Branch Turns 60!

Published: December 9, 2022

The library in Ypsilanti was founded over 150 years ago. For nearly half that time, the Michigan Avenue building has been part of its fabric. 

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Library Public Relations and Media Policy

D7Library Public Relations and Media PolicyApproved: 05/27/2010     Purpose The Ypsilanti District Library seeks opportunities to notify media about library achievements, awards, accomplishments, and innovations in a proactive manner. This policy has been developed to ensure uniformity and continuity of the messages disseminating from the Ypsilanti District Library. It is a tool to facilitate communication with the media, officials, schools, and the residents of our service area. It will guide the library’s efforts to accurately inform the community about activities, events, and incidents that take place within the library as well as information about its mission, services, and resources. …

Thank you for your service, Kay!

Published: November 28, 2022

After 45 years of dedication to the Ypsilanti and Superior communities, YDL Board Trustee Kay Williams is stepping down from her position.

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Opioid Antagonist Policy

D11 OPIOID ANTAGONIST ADMINISTRATION POLICY Approved:  9/25/2019   I. PURPOSE The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines and procedures governing the administration and use of any Opioid Antagonist by the Ypsilanti District Library (“Library”).   II. DEFINITIONS As used in this Policy:   A. Act. The “Act” shall mean the Administration of Opioid Antagonist Act, 2019 PA 39. B. Employee or agent. “Employee or Agent” means any of the following: An individual who is employed by, or under contract with, the Library. An individual who serves on the Library Board of the Library. An individual who volunteers at the …

Groundbreaking celebration for new Superior Library Branch: YDL’s Next Chapter

Published: March 16, 2021

The Ypsilanti District Library is hosting an outdoor, socially distanced community celebration for the groundbreaking of the new Superior Library building!

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Welcome to Fine-Free

Published: May 31, 2022

Exciting news! Effective June 1, YDL will no longer charge fines for late materials.

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Exhibits, Displays, Bulletin Boards Policy

C3 Exhibits, Displays, Bulletin Boards Policy Approved: 09/22/2005 The Ypsilanti District Library is open for specific and designated uses, including providing access to intellectual and cultural resources to the community it serves. When designated exhibit spaces within the facilities of YDL are not in use by the Library, space may be available for exhibits, displays and postings submitted from outside the library. Distribution of printed materials in the public library to library patrons and staff is disruptive to the operations of the library and its use by the public. The distribution of pamphlets and flyers or other printed materials is …

Naming Library Buildings & Spaces

C2 NAMING LIBRARY BUILDINGS AND SPACES Approved: 02/28/2002 Revision approved, June 27, 2019 Naming of Library Buildings The naming of all new Library buildings and of all existing Library buildings undergoing significant renovation and expansion is the responsibility of the Library Board, guided by the following criteria. New library facilities shall be named and existing library facilities shall be renamed With a preference for geographic or functional designation, or When the Board chooses to accept the gift of a donor (or donors) who requests naming rights and who contributes a majority of the total project costs determined by the Board …

Double your donation to YDL’s Next Chapter Capital Campaign

Published: October 1, 2021

The Ypsilanti District Library is turning the page to a bright future, launching the Next Chapter Capital Campaign to help build a new branch in Superior Township!

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9 New Year’s Resolutions You Can Start at the Library

Published: January 2, 2019

No matter what your goals are, the library can help you get started. We’ve listed a few unexpected ways the library might help you with your goals this year–and most of them won’t cost you a dime!

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With your help, the new library will transform neighborhoods in Superior Township and Willow Run.

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Maizy Chen’s Last Chance

Join us for a chapter by chapter read aloud of Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds.