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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-08-11 PLB MINUTES• • • Call To Order/Roll Call 1000 Englewood Parkway, Englewood, CO 80110 303-762-2560 Voice 303-783-6890 FAX Minutes Englewood Public Library Board August 11, 2009 Library Board Vice-Chair, Tom Kruk at 7:06 p .m, called the meeting of the Englewood Public Library Board to order. PRESENT: Trish Elley, Margaret Freeman , Julie Grazulis, Tom Kruk, Karen Pilgrim, Council Member, Randy Penn, and Youth Member, Brianna Carey. ABSENT: Mark Adams (excused), lain Lumsden (excused), and Yvonne Russell (excused). Also Present: Hank Long, Library Director and Deb Parker, Recording Secretary. 09 -12: That the minutes of the meeting of July 14, 2009 be approved as written. Moved by: Margaret Freeman Seconded by: Karen Pilgrim The Motion passed . Mr. Long reported that the Friends of the Library will be holding their Fall Book Sale on Thursday, September 1 oth, Friday, September 11th, and Saturday, September 12 . Mr. Long also reported that Weeding week was a great success. Fewer items were weeded out, due to the budget concerns. He thanked the Board for providing pizza for Monday and shared that the staff enjoyed visiting with Ms. Pilgrim during the lunch. Mr. Long shared the upcoming Travel Talk Programs -September 30th in Hampden Hall at 7:00 pm , Walking the Scenic Byways with author, Susan Tweit and Photographer, Jim Steinberg. -October 15th in the Community Room at 7:00 pm, Truckin' South America with Bill Clayton. Monthly reports were discussed. Ms . Elley noted that Internet use is up, and YA attendance is down. Mr. Long explained that we have a new Youth Librarian, and she is working on building the relationships while creating programs. Also noted were the increased numbers in Jobs kiosk and Wi-Fi usage. Mr . Penn asked about Children's computer usage. Mr. Long explained that the computers are used for early learning programs/games and interactive activities. Mr . Kruk asked how the patron contact tracking is measured. Mr. Long explained that contact is through phone and direct contacts both. Face to face is the largest portion. The numbers were down for July as Ms . Parker was out for two weeks and she handles quite a few contacts over the phone . Mr. Long explained that the Library in keeping with the City as a whole, will be trying to go green and use less paper. Mr. Long asked that the Board consider going paperless for all documents other than stats, reports, -1 - • • agendas and meeting minutes. Th is would allow for smaller packets to be sent out and Board members could read emailed articles at their leisure as they receive them throughout the month. Ms . Grazulis still needs everything sent to her , as her computer is still down. Mr. Kruk , Ms . Elley, Ms. Freeman , Ms . Pilgrim, Mr. Penn and Ms . Carey all agreed to receive limited items in hard copy. Those members absent will be contacted by Mr. Long fo r the ir determinations on the matter. The discussion of additional electrical outlets for personal computers in the library was raised by Mr. Kruk , and he suggested that we put the matter aside for the t ime being and readdress when the budget allows. Mr. Kruk shared that the password article sent by Mr. Long was very informative and helpful. Discussion ensued . Mr. Long reported that next month 's meeting (September 8t h) will be held in the Children 's Story-time room . Mr. Long explained that budget meetings are happening frequently and will be continuing . Directors will be meeting with Council the end of September to set the budget for 2010 . Mr . Penn added that the City is trying to maintain services and positions . Ms. Pilgrim asked Mr. Long to share about the items found during Weed ing week . Mr. Long mentioned that two whiskey bottles were found in the shelves , as well as a book that had been vomited in and replaced . Mr. Long stated that the week on a whole was uneventful and successful. Ms. Parker shared that she will be working on creating a Mother/Daughter Book Club to start with the New Year. Mr. Long reported that our "One Soldier's Story" with IT's Russ Vaughn was a small group, but a great presentation and shared with Mr. Penn that Mr. Vaughn 's presentation may be of interest to his Chamber of Commerce group. Ms . Pilgrim stated her excitement for the Dick Kreck and Gene Smaldone presentation set for November 1ih . Member's Choice Ms . Freeman said she recommends Pirate 's Cove and the Lazy River. She enjoyed the Ice Cream Social event for the Boards and Commiss ions . Ms . Elley shared that she is working on cleaning her house for her mother's visit. She also had some electrical work completed . Mr. Penn provided coupons for the Farmer's Market. He reported that the market is picking up. Mr. Penn encouraged everyone to take part in the Taste of Englewood and Englewood Days on August 281h from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm . He shared that coaching is going well with the D'Evelyn football team and he is anticipating their game against EHS with mixed emotions . Ms. Grazulis shared that the Southglenn Library is open , but she has yet to make it in check out the place . Last week she attended an autho r event, and will get the business card to Ms . Parker for the Author Open House next April. Kendra had her baby three weeks early and they are both healthy. She named him James . Ms. Grazul is ' mother sold her house in Parker. Ms. Grazulis shared that she considered running for Council, but changed her mind. Ms. Carey shared that she and her boyfriend, along with his family attended Heaven Fest. She has been busy with cheerleading and getting ready for classes to beg in. Ms . Pilgrim shared that life is slowing down . Her son 's dog had been visiting and wounded her with his claw , but she is healing and it was a fun visit. She is enjoying the quiet now. • Ms . Parker thanked the Board for the ca rd after the pass ing of her father. Life is settling down and everything is -2 - • • • getting closer to normal again . Mr. Kruk is enjoying his summer. He is taking advantage of extra "Daddy time" with the girls before they go back to school. He is still looking for work , but has a prospect that he is working towards . Mr. Long had nothing this time. There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 8 :54 p.m . -3 -