Library Board Meeting January 12th, 2020
ATTENDANCE: Bill Bruenderman, Kevin Kennedy, Dara Thompson, Mike Foster, Peggy Eddy, Bob Hall, Bill Farr and Lisa Lynch
EXCUSED: Natalie Epley
MINUTES: Motion, Bill Farr / Second, Bob Hall
Financial: Motion, Kevin Kennedy / Second, Kevin Kennedy
DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
Circulation was up. Patrons are glad to be able to come in.
Two anonymous donations (5K and 1K) to be used for books only – voted to use 500 per month. Motion: Bob Hall / Second, Bill Farr
Per Capita Grant Submitted
MAYOR’S REPORT: N/A
OMG: (public) N/A
PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
Library Improvement Fund: $36,240.87
Library Expense Account: $33,002.34
Edward Jones Investment: $141,968.21
Common Wealth: (with accrued interest) $135,381.17 (Chad Sutton will come to the next meeting to discuss options for 30K bond that has matured).
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Board Policy and Job Description:
Board reviewed the Employee Orientation Guidelines
Board reviewed the Library Staff Job Descriptions
Board approved updates to the library’s Long-Range Plan/Strategic Plan
Board approved the new Maintenance Check List
Motion: Bill Farr Second: Dara Thompson
Board approved the Youth and Young Adult Service Plan
Motion: Peggy Eddy / Second: Mike Foster
Board approved the Marketing Plan
Motion: Kevin Kennedy / Second: Mike Foster
Board approved updates to the Disaster Plan and Evacuation Plan
Board reviewed the Technology Plan
Board approved opening two computers for public usage. 1 hour sessions by appointment only. Disinfect between uses. Social distancing and masks required.
Budget and Planning:
No special session required. Board will review and approve budget at next meeting in February.
Building and Repair:
Board decided to delay payment of current Yard bill for basement unit repairs until we determine whether or not we will be replacing the unit. Lisa will get several bids on replacing the basement unit and we will determine the best option: repair or replace. Yard bill will be settled at that time.
Dennis Umberger determined there is structural repair needed to cracks in the foundation. Board approved having Dennis do the repairs. During this time, he can determine if there was some initial builder error when foundation was originally poured. Lisa will get ahold of builder if needed in case there is some possible liability. Motion to repair: Bill Farr / Second: Mike Foster
Personnel: N/A
Motion: Mike Foster Second: Kevin Kennedy
Technology: Norm continues to work on updating and repairing computers. Lisa will contact TAP regarding scanning capabilities on copier and not using scanner downstairs. He will be reimbursed for purchases (receipt printer, flash drives)
OLD BUSINESS: Board decided to continue with January, February, March Children’s programs – limited attendance, masks, library will remain open during program time.
Board approved Coloring Group meetings can resume with limited attendance, social distancing and masks. Motion: Bill Farr / Second: Dara Thompson
NEW BUSINESS: Board approved Kevin Kennedy will replace Barb Vits on Ed Jones and Endurance Accounts.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, February 9th, 2021, 5:00 PM, Pana Carnegie-Schuyler Board Room
Adjourned: Motion, Peggy Eddy Time: 6:23 PM