CARLI E-Resource Licensing Principles 
Jeannette Pierce (2007-2010), Loyola University , Chair
John Blosser (2007-2010), Northwestern University
Linda Carlisle(2009-2011), Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville
Anita Foster (2009-2012), Illinois State University
Denise Green (2009-2012), Millikin University
Joe Mullarkey (2009-2012), Moraine Valley Community College
Christine Ross, (2009-2012), University of Illinois at Springfield
Sandra Wenner (2009-2012), Rush University
Sarah Wessel (2007-2010), Illinois Wesleyan University
Staff Liaisons: Cindy Clennon and David Hamilton
Electronic Resources Vendor Proposal Form
CARLI E-Resource Licensing Principles
Body to which the group reports:
CARLI Board of Directors
Scope of work:
The CARLI Electronic Resources Working Group advises the CARLI staff and the CARLI Board and discusses possible new purchases and renewals of electronic resources. The ERWG analyzes the budget allocation from the consortium and makes recommendations to the Product and Services Vetting Committee of the Board. The ERWG identifies opportunities for reducing costs to members through the negotiation of brokered resources. The ERWG also develops policies and principles for the negotiation and acquisition of electronic information and determines appropriate methods for evaluating resources and gathering member feedback.
Member appointment and terms:
In July 2006, ERWG members will be appointed for staggered terms of 1-3 years from a pool of volunteers and/or nominees, in order that a rotation system can be established whereby approximately a third of the committee membership is appointed each year. Appointees after the first year will serve 3-year terms beginning on July 1. Each spring volunteers will be solicited for the expiring terms. The CARLI Executive Committee has the final responsibility for appointing ERWG members. In the case of mid-term vacancies, the ERWG will recommend candidates, and the CARLI Executive Committee will appoint new committee members to fill the remaining portion of the term.
Expected reporting frequency:
When necessary, the ERWG chair will report on committee plans and activities at CARLI Board meetings. The ERWG chair or CARLI Office staff representative will report back to the committee on plans and activities discussed at the CARLI Board meetings. The working group chair will submit a written report of group’s activities to the CARLI Board at the end of the fiscal year (June 30). Additional updates on activities may be requested by the CARLI Board or Executive Director throughout the year. Also as needed to update the Board on their plans and actions.
Coordination:
The chairs of the Collections Working Group, the E-Resources Working Group, the Preservation Working Group and the Public Services Working Group will meet, at least twice a year, to share what their groups are discussing, in order to reduce duplicative efforts and identify opportunities for collaboration.
Timeline:
Not applicable
Staff or Board liaisons:
One CARLI Office staff representative will serve as the liaison to ERWG.
Tasks required on completion of work:
Decisions about brokered electronic resources are the purview of the ERWG. Recommendations for new or enhanced CARLI products, services and programs that require central funding or subsidization should be sent to the CARLI Products & Services Vetting Committee or the CARLI Program Planning Committee. The Chair will forward other documents dealing with staffing, policy, and budget issues to the CARLI Board for review and approval.