The Detroit Public Library, Michigan’s largest public library system with its Main Library and 21 branches, is the sole member of the Detroit Library Cooperative. There are 10 other public library cooperatives in Michigan, each of which includes multiple library systems as members. The DLC was established in 2005 by state legislation that allows DPL to be its only member. Membership in the Detroit Library Cooperative is open to any public library.
The governing body of the Detroit Library Cooperative is the Board of Trustees whose members also serve as members of the Detroit Library Commission. Current trustees are:
- Jean-Vierre Adams
- Dr. Gregory Hicks
- Dr. Ida Short
- Chaundra Frierson-Haynes
- Katerli Bounds
- Kandia Milton
- Bishop Corletta J. Vaughn
The Executive Director of the Detroit Public Library serves as the Cooperative’s director.
Current services provided by the Detroit Library Cooperative include:
- Daily delivery of materials between Main Library and each branch
- Support for a wide range of programs that serve children, teens, adults and the general public
- Printing and distribution of promotional materials including annual reports, brochures, flyers, bookmarks, booklists and postcards
- Online promotion of collections, programs and services
- Providing a variety of opportunities for employees to develop and enhance their professional skills
For additional information about the Detroit Library Cooperative contact dir@detroitpubliclibrary.org.