Frequently Asked Questions

• What's the difference between our website and our Yahoo group?

  One of the main differences is that our website is publically accessible to all, just like Ebay or Amazon. Everyone, including our administrators and our patrons, can visit our website. It is the public face of our union.

  Our Yahoo group (mailing list) is limited to librarians employed by BECPL. Subscribers have to confirm their identities before being admitted. The archives are restricted to subscribers. It is a private communication channel for BECPL librarians.

• How come I can't sign up for our Yahoo Group with my work email address?

  Library administration has the legal right and the technical capability to monitor our buffalolib email accounts. Discussing union issues on their email servers could compromise confidentiality. Also, union business should be conducted on our own time, not on company time.

• Can I avoid hotel taxes when I go to NYLA?

  Yes, public employees can use a tax-exempt form for work-related travel. See Dolly Lach in the Business Office for the tax exempt form.