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Library Board Minutes 2000 11-13-001 Yorkville Public Library Board Meeting November 13, 2000 7:30 P.M. The November meeting was called to order by Iris Steinhoff at 7:30 P.M. Members present: Iris Steinhoff, Sandy Lindblom, Russ Walter, Kelly Murray, Joseph Gruber, Donna Figora, and Sharon Rollins. Members not present: Gail Gaebler and Carol LaChance. Director Michelle Pfister and City Council Liaison Richard Sticka were also in attendance. Recognition of Visitors: Wanda Ohare from the Human Resource Commission was present. Amendments to the Agenda: Russ Walter suggested discussing the legal issues regarding the delivery of books to patrons. Minutes: Sandy Lindblom moved to approve the minutes. Joseph Gruber seconded the motion. Correspondence: The library was notified that the Dial Corporation would like to donate funds toward something on the library's wish list. Michelle Pfister suggested that the money go toward the Summer Reading Program. Public Comment: Iris Steinhoff said that Tony Scott from theftKendall C d and spoke Record called her regarding the building expansion probe Tony he to both Michelle Pfister and Joseph Gruber. He was for told thatbuildingilibraryraady s currentlyurreon.twan the early stages of investigating all funding opt also told that the library is considering all possibilities. Report of the Treasurer: Russ Walter moved to approve the bill list and payroll which amounted to $17,190.74. Sandy Lindblom seconded the motion. All members present voted yes. In order to avoid confusion, the section of the budget titled "Building Expansion Fund" was changed to "Special Funds." There were mistakes in the budget report this month which appear to be caused by calculation errors. Michelle Pfister said that she would talk to Kim about the errors. Report of the Librarian: It was reported that Thecirculation number ofsbookst lenttlo other onth at 4386 items loaned. Registration was down. libraries has increased since the automation system has been in operation. Two hundred and eight new books were added to the library. Red Ribbon week was celebrated. Six teens submitted book reviews. Heather Greiter won the Boarders gift certificate. Three maintenance issues are being addressed: a line problem with the fire alarm, a problem with a window, and an electrical problem with the outside lights. The library is currently looking for a new Children's Librarian. So far, no qualified applicants have responded to the add in the paper. City Council Liaison/Human Resource: Richard Sticka suggested investigating whether or not cars used to deliver books to patrons could be covered Jnder the City's insurance policy. Standing Committees: none. Old Business: The library expansion was discussed. Michelle Pfister's letter to Tom Cross asking for funds to expand the library is currently being held on file at his office. Michelle Pfister was told that the library will be notified if future funds become available. New Business: Russ Walter moved that the Board authorize spending $1548.00 to purchase a computer and printer for library staff use. Sharon Rollins seconded the motion. All present voted yes. The Code of Ethics, which is to be adopted into the library policy, was reviewed by the Board. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 P. M. Minutes by: Kelly Murray, Secretary