THE WLTF MISSION
To foster improved abilities on the part of library trustees, Friends & advocates, in order to create better libraries and library services in Wisconsin.
2008 WLTF OFFICERS:
Chair:
Jim Backus
R12600 Oak Drive
Ringle, WI 54471-9705
e-mail: jdbackus@myway.com
Telephone: (715) 446-3004
Immediate Past Chair:
Audrey Ascher
815 Sturgeon Eddy Rd.
Wausau, WI 54403
e-mail: ascheraj@aol.com
Telephone:(715) 845-3988
Secretary:
Jo Don Anderson
Southwest Wisconsin Library System
1775 4th Street
Fennimore,WI 53809
e-mail: janderson@swls.org
Telephone: (608) 822-3393
WLTF MEMBERSHIP OFFERS:
- An opportunity to learn more about state library trends and services through publications issued by WLA and through attendance at workshops and conferences sponsored by WLTA.
- A resource to better evaluate and develop the local library by sharing information on the activities of library boards.
- A means of interaction with other trustees, advocates, and Friends.
- An opportunity to participate in WLTA projects and committees.
- Participation in both the Wisconsin Library Association and the WLTA.
WLTF MEMBER BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- A Spring and Fall conference which brings public librarians, Friends, trustees & advocates together from around the state. A special day is held for advocates at both conferences.
- Special programs offered at the WLA state conference on public issues topics.
- Advocacy on issues unique to public libraries.
- The Wisconsin Library Association Directory & Handbook.
- A quarterly newsletter.
- Training and conference opportunities.
MEMBERSHIP IS EASY
Simply follow this link to the WLA membership page: http://www.wla.lib.wi.us/membership/
You can also contact:
Wisconsin Library Association
5250 East Terrace Drive, Suite A
Madison, WI 53718-8345
(608) 245-3640
Many Wisconsin libraries or systems pay for WLA membership on behalf of their
trustees & Friends because they recognize the benefits of belonging to the organization.
Participate to the best of your ability. WLTA is continually seeking
suggestions and assistance on a variety of library advocacy initiatives.
2008 WLTF BOARD MEETING
SCHEDULE
February 16, 10 a.m., Portage Public Library Community Room, Portage, WI.
May 17, 10 a.m., Portage Public Library Community Room, Portage, WI.
August 16, 10 a.m., Portage Public Library Community Room, Portage, WI.
November 6, Business meeting at Wisconsin Library
Association annual
conference, Middleton.
November 15, 10 a.m., Portage Public Library Community Room, Portage, WI.
