[Publib] Re: Re: Signature Blocks

[Judy Bennett]

Very well stated, Mandie!  Thank you.  

>-- 
>Judy K. Bennett
>Director
>Derby Public Library
>611 N Mulberry, Suite 200
>Derby KS 67037
>316-788-0760 (phone)
>316-788-7313 (fax)
>judy at derbylibrary.com
>  
>

>Regarding signature blocks and personal opinion: 
>
>I am a new professional in this field and I value the opinions stated on this 
>listserv, both positive and negative.  While I make a disclaimer saying that 
>the opinions that I may state in my post do not reflect the opinions of my 
>library, I don't feel that it is necessary to exclude the institution that I 
>work for.  I enjoy seeing the vast regional range that is exhibited in this 
>group, and I find it valuable on several levels.  I like to look at other 
>libraries' websites to see what they are doing as far as websites, programming, 
>and other activities.  
>
>So far, I believe my postings have reflected the policies of my institution, 
>but they have been policies that I believe in and support.  However, if we 
>cannot lift our voices negatively here, where can we?  It is more to garner 
>suggestions and support rather than to "bash" our library.  With the wealth of 
>information available from professionals in my field, I would be foolish not to 
>seek counsel here.  I would certainly never say anything disparaging about a 
>fellow colleague on these boards, but I would like to feel comfortable bringing 
>an issue to the table if I have not received an answer with which I am 
>satisfied.  
>
>It saddens me to think of the possibility of ill consequences from something 
>said on these boards.  Rather, I would like to think that my administration and 
>supervisor would be pleased that I belong to a board that is intended for the 
>dissemination of professional information and opinions.  I know that there will 
>be several camps of thought on this subject, but there's my opinion on it.  
>With which I will say:
>
>*The opinions stated in this e-mail are my own and may not reflect the opinions 
>of my library in any way, shape or form*
>
>Happy Monday all!
>
>Mandie Roberts
>Reference Librarian 
>Tippecanoe Public Library
>Lafayette, IN
>mroberts at tcpl.lib.in.us
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