Trustees are also liable, of course, for intentional misconduct like libel, assault, and theft. Trustees should be aware that legal developments that are not obviously or specifically related to libraries can also be relevant and important. The State Library Division tries to keep trustees aware and informed of legislation that affects libraries through its newsletter, Directions for Utah Libraries . Planning for Success Planning is central to improving library services and achieving success. It is also central to all trustee activities since the board's actions are taken to further the library's mission and goals.
Planning encourages coordination and accountability.
It gives the board credibility with funding agencies. There is no one formula for effective planning. However, the planning process is similar regardless of the particular planning style a board adopts. Planning is a continuous process in which needs are assessed, priorities are determined, conditions and circumstances are considered, goals and objectives are set, a plan is designed, and progress is evaluated. Because planning is a key to successful development in any library, large or small, planning is a key component of the public library service standards established under the Upgrade Process.