Purpose

The purpose of the Metropolitan Library System awards is to recognize MLS member libraries, trustees, MLS staff, and government officials for their contribution to libraries and/or the field of librarianship.

The winners of the 2007 MLS Awards were announced at the November 9, 2007 Annual Meeting.

Janet Hayes Excellence in Customer Service

• Kate Boyle, Metropolitan Library System

Outstanding Government Official

Outstanding Government Official – Special Library Initiatives

• Senator Edward D. Maloney

Outstanding Government Official –Continual Support

• Representative Kevin A. McCarthy

Trustee of the Year

• Marian Krupika, Indian Prairie Public Library District

Outstanding Advocacy

• Kathleen McSwain, Chicago Ridge Public Library

Best Practices in a Library

• Richton Park Public Library District

Library Leadership

• Susan Roberts, Woodridge Public Library