Governance
KYVL depends heavily on our members' input for any and all initiatives upon which we embark. For this reason, KYVL maintains a number of committees and workgroups, each with representatives from all constituencies, charged with advising KYVL on both major projects and day to day decisions. If you are interested in joining one of our active workgroups, please contact KYVL's Interim Director, Doyle Friskney.
Advisory Groups
KYVL Alliance
The KYVL Alliance is charged with acting in an advisory capacity representing KYVL membership; advocate for advancement of KYVL; and communicate regularly with constituent groups.
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Leadership Team
The Leadership Team is charged with managing the KYVL strategic plan; to commission, decommission, and coordinate committees and work groups; and serve as an active team that works closely with KYVL staff on KYVL operations and initiatives, addressing issues at meetings and involving work groups as appropriate.
Workgroups
Access & Authentication Workgroup
The Access & Authentication Workgroup is charged with advising the Kentucky Virtual Library on the development and implementation of the technology necessary for enhancing access, reducing barriers and maintaining security of the licensed resources and other data.
Collections Workgroup
The Collections Workgroup is charged with advising the Kentucky Virtual Library in evaluating and recommending databases for acquisition for and use by KYVL constituents.
Funding Workgroup
The Funding Workgroup is charged with reviewing the process and refining the current KYVL member assessment formula annually to support achievement of adequate funding and sustainability.
Marketing Workgroup
The Marketing Workgroup is charged with advising the Kentucky Virtual Library in evaluating and recommending databases for acquisition for and use by KYVL constituents.
Resource Sharing Workgroup
The Resource Sharing Workgroup is charged with advising the Kentucky Virtual Library about resource sharing issues and assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of KYVL's current and future statewide resource sharing services.
Training Workgroup
The Training Workgroup is charged with creating a plan for KYVL training, including scheduling and delivery, that will increase the number of trainers available and will include a variety of customized and targeted training options in different venues to meet the needs of specific audiences.