Join Dr. Kate Graham as she explores the concept of "Strong Mayor" governance and its impact on public libraries.

In this session, you will:

• Gain an understanding of the historical origins of the ’strong mayor’ model and how it has evolved over time in municipalities in the United States and Canada 
• Examine the changes to decision making processes in ’strong mayor’ Ontario municipalities, particularly in terms of budget development and approval 
• Explore strategies and opportunities for Library CEOs to advocate for library needs in municipalities, depending on the governance model in place
• Learn from peers about their observations and experiences working with ’strong mayor’ municipalities