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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 06.01 Library MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES 1177 N. Idaho Road Regular Meeting June 1, 1993 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees was held June 1, 1993 at 6:00 p.m. at the Apache Junction Library pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. Roll Call -- Present' Alger, Robert Griffing, Jimmy Connolly, Cheryl Selvy, Cindy Rineholt, Pamela Staff:Pamela Loui, Library Director 1. Acceptance of Agenda: 2. Acceptance of minutes for March 2, 1993 Regular Meeting: 5.New Business: a. Acceptance of resignation of Karen McFair and discussion on recruiting candidates for filling vacancy: Absent McFair, Karen Motion was made by Pamela Rineholt and seconded by Cindy Selvy to accept the agenda with the following amendment: Items 5a,5b & 5c to precede item 3 with 5c to follow 5a.Motion passed. Motion was made by Pamela Rineholt and seconded by Cheryl Connolly to accept the minutes. Motion passed. Cindy Selvy made a motion to accept the resignation of Karen McFair and Pamela Rineholt seconded.The motion passed.The Board members will continue to recruit talent bank applicants to have on file.The newspaper announcement will be placed again. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting June 1, 1993 Page 2 c. Discussion and public input on Library Expansion and the Library Park:Two members of the audience chose to comment on the expansion of the Library.Bill Murch voiced concern that the literacy program was hampered because of lack of space and privacy. Ms. Loui stated that study rooms were already in the plan which has been proposed.A general consensus on the need for expansion for the literacy function was voiced by Board members. Pat Myers commented on her support on privacy for the literacy program and the need for a separate children's room with ambiance for children and where they could make noise without disturbing others."Expanding those two areas is... necessary," she stated. The Library Director read three letters favoring a building expansion.The first was from a patron, Dorrine Doss, who stated she "highly recommended this addition. (I am) voicing my interest in my children' s future." Letters supporting expansion were also received from Joanna Michelich, Dean of Instructional Services (CAC, Superstition Mt. Campus) and Susan Williams, Director of Pinal County Free Library.A motion was made by Cindy Selvy and seconded by Robert Alger to approve a children's area and an adult literacy area in a 7,500 sq. ft. expansion.The motion passed unanimously. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting June 1, 1993 Page 3 b. Review of talent bank applications: 3.Librarian's report: 4. Old Business: a. Discussion on tentative budget request for 1993/94: b. Discussion and approval on capital improvement plan: 5. New Business: d. Reviewing Library Policies: e. Voting on new fee schedule: f. Expiring terms of Library Board Members: 6. Call to the public: Jean Namsick and Richard Morrison were given the opportunity to give reasons as to why they wanted to be on the Library board.They were questioned by the Library board. Motion was made by Cindy Selvy with a second by Pamela Rineholt to recommend both applicants to the City Council for appointment to the Library Board. Motion passed. Monthly statistics reports for April and May of 1993 were distributed and discussed. The budget looks good except for the book category.Board still plans to lobby for increased monies in library book funds. The capital improvement plan for the library of a 7,500 sq. ft. addition is the same as the motion that was previously made for library expansion so no additional action was taken on this item. This item was tabled and will be on a special meeting agenda. This item was tabled and will be on a special meeting agenda. Robert Alger is the only remaining Board Member whose term expires June 30, 1993.He wishes to be reappointed to the Board. No response. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting June 1, 1993 Page 4 7. Requests for future agenda items: 8. Adjournment: President Secretary Reviewing Library Policies. Voting on new fee schedule. Motion was made by Robert Alger and seconded by Jimmy Griffing to adjourn so interested individuals could go to the City Council Chambers to meet the incoming newly elected Council Members. Meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.