November 11th, all libraries were close for Veterans Day and so that the entire staff of PLCMC could have an ALL STAFF DAY! It's basically a day when we can all come together to hear speakers, have lunch, more speakers, and then recognize various staff member for their achievements.
We recognized staff for there years of service and achievements. I was one of two winners of the Nina Lyon Spirit Award:
The Nina Lyon Memorial Fund was established through the generosity of David Lyon, in memory of his wife, Main Library Services Director, Nina Lyon, who died in January of 1996. Nina was the spirit – some have said "the heartbeat" of this Library. Her passion of libraries and librarianship, her loyalty to this institution and her enthusiasm for life were unique. A generation of library employees were influenced and inspired by her example, one of total commitment to the Library's mission. For our patrons, she was the embodiment of the very best in public service, establishing a standard of excellence to which all institutions should aspire.
Income from the Nina Lyon Memorial Fund supports the presentation of an annual cash award to a member of the PLCMC staff. The award, known as "The Nina Lyon Spirit Award," is presented in recognition of an individual who has demonstrated in the delivery of library service to our public, the spirit, enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment exhibited by Nina Lyon in carrying out the Library's mission.
Eligibility: An employee, other that the director, who has completed one full year of service at the time of nomination; who has not previously been selected for this award or as employee of the year award since 1989; and who has been recognized at least once during the year under the Library's Employee Award and Recognition system (i.e., G.E.M., Continuous Improvement Initiative (RISE), Director’s Award), ie eligible to receive the award.
The recipient of the nina Lyon Spirit Award will receive a $500.00 cash award. The name of the recipient will be added to a permanent recognition plaque that is displayed at the Main Library. The Winner will be recognized during the year's All Staff Day.
Profile of the Nina Lyon Spirit Award Recipient:
Embodies the true spirit of Service Excellence and conveys that in all aspects of their work
Understands the mission of the Library and strives to carry that forward through personal initiative
Understands problems and sees solutions by taking action to accomplish whatever needs to be done to remove barriers and continuously improve service
Is an effective team player, open to taking responsibility and serving as a contributing member of a work team, committee, special project or event group
Demonstrates an exemplary commitment to the customer, promoting a perception of trust and confidence in the Library
Consistently displays a positive attitude and willingness to listen and learn
Is willing to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction, consistently meeting and/or exceeding customer expectations in terms of valued delivered
