Model MOU/MAA
These two forms are recommended for use by NN/LM members in establishing partnerships or “buddy” relationships with other libraries. The focus of these partnerships is to assist in maintaining the patron services of a library experiencing a service disruption due to emergency or disaster.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), developed by the New Jersey Hospital Association
Mutual Aid Agreement (MAA), written by the NN/LM Emergency Preparedness & Response Coordinator based on the MOU developed by the New Jersey Hospital Association
Other models:
Bethesda Partnership MOU , developed by the Bethesda Medical Libraries Emergency Preparedness Partnership, submitted by Cindy Love of the Disaster Information Management Research Center. Permission is granted to copy and adapt for other library partners.