Director Resources

Handbook for New Library Directors in NY State –
Authored by Rebekkah Smith Aldrich (.pdf)

Handbook for Library Trustees of NY State (2018 Revised Edition) –
Authored by Jerry Nichols & Rebekkah Smith Aldrich (web link)

Directors Advisory Council & Member Association(s) –
Documents & Meeting Dates (web link)

DAC Mentor Program Contacts & Areas of Expertise (.excel file)

2021 Statisical Report of STLS Member Libraries (.pdf)

Requirements for Meeting Minimum Public Library Standard (web link)

Library Law and Regulations in New York State –
NYS Library Division of Library Development (web link)

STLS Policy Development Worksheet for Member Libraries (.pdf)

Sexual Harassment Prevention Legislation Overview & Policy Templates

STLS Legislation Overview (.pdf)

NYS Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy – Template (.pdf)

NYS Sexual Harassment Complaint Form – Template (.pdf)

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Resources

Guidance for Providing Training (.pdf)

Case Studies with Questions & Answers (.pdf)

Certification and Follow-up Questions Form (.pdf)

Office of State Comptroller Audit Findings on Libraries (web link)

New York Library Association (web link)