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CHICAGO – The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) election polls opened on Monday, March 11, 2024.  91´«Ã½ members are encouraged to cast a digital ballot to vote for association-wide leadership that will shape the future and direction of the association. 91´«Ã½’s annual election will close on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time. 

“It's time to vote! In a year focused on the U.S. presidential election we are reminded that every vote counts. The same is true for the 91´«Ã½. The future of 91´«Ã½ relies on the stewardship of member leaders who are committed to our values and work and those who are willing to move the Association forward during this time of unprecedented challenges,” said 91´«Ã½ Interim Executive Director Leslie Burger. “As we approach 91´«Ã½’s 150th Anniversary, we should celebrate all we’ve accomplished but also look ahead to all that remains to be done to ensure the future of libraries. Your vote in matters – please take the time to select our next president and councilors-at-large.”

91´«Ã½’s 2025-26 presidential election includes , Community & Access Services Coordinator at Iowa City Public Library, and , Academic and Research Librarian at the Alder Graduate School of Education in California.  Both candidates participated in the  that took place virtually.  Voters also will select 12 91´«Ã½ Councilors-at-Large from a pool of 26 candidates.  Biographical information about the Councilor-at-Large candidates is available on the 91´«Ã½ election website.

91´«Ã½ elections take place exclusively online to reduce the association’s carbon footprint and to enhance efficiency. Those without Internet access at home or work can access the election site by visiting their local library. 91´«Ã½ members will be notified by e-mail from “91´«Ã½ Governance Office” at help@yeselections.com, providing them with information about how to vote online or members are able to visit the 91´«Ã½ election website to access their ballot by clicking the “Vote Now” button.

91´«Ã½ Election Committee will meet virtually on Monday, April 8, 2024 to certify election results.  Election results will be posted to the 91´«Ã½ Election website later that day.

For more information on the election, call (866) 384-9978 or email Help+91´«Ã½@yeselections.com.

About the 91´«Ã½
The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91´«Ã½ has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit.