INFORMATION ITEM: LMT discussed a sudden development brought forth from University Administration that might require the Libraries to move a portion of the collection in 4 East for the temporary construction of a research institute. Discussions continue and are ongoing.
ACTION ITEM: LMT discussed the creation of a long range planning committee to help give an overall long-term vision in which the other library committees can operate. The new committee would liaison with campus long-term planning committees and strive to better explain within and outside of our organization where the libraries hope to go in the future. The size and make-up of the committee members are not finalized but will be considered and discussed at the next LMT meeting.This group will have a broad representation of employees and may include a faculty member and student representation.
INFORMATION ITEM: LMT briefly discussed the Library Assembly and its recent meeting to discuss the MULAC Subcommittee on Communication’s recommendations. LMT will clarify from MULAC if the subcommittee’s recommendation was officially submitted to LMT for a response.