Welcome to Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative
Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative (MMLC) is a non-profit governmental organization consisting of 23 public, academic, school and special libraries located in the ten county area (Bay, Clare, Genesee, Isabella, Midland, Lapeer, Saginaw, Shiawassee) of the Central Lower Peninsula of Michigan. MMLC is one of eleven library cooperatives funded by the State of Michigan.
MMLC Statement and Call to Action
on Executive Order Eliminating IMLS
On Friday night, March 14, the Trump administration issued an executive order calling for the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the nation's only federal agency for American libraries.
MMLC has prepared a response to the executive order and compiled resources related to this issue. Read the full statement and access the resources at this link.
State Librarian Randy Riley Remembered
as Champion for Public Libraries
January 5, 2026
The Library of Michigan sadly announced the passing of State Librarian Randy Riley. He joined the Library of Michigan in 1989 and held several positions. He is celebrated for his many contributions to the library community.
Click here to read the tribute to Randy Riley as he is remembered as Champion for Public Libraries.
