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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 02.07 Library MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES 1177 N. Idaho Road Regular Meeting February 7, 1995 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees was held February 7, 1995 at 6:00 p.m. at the Apache Junction Library pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. Roll Call Present Absent Alger, Robert Hauck, Jeanette D. Connolly, Cheryl Griffing, Kendra Rineholt, Pamela J. Namsick, Jean A. Schoeph, John Staff Pamela Loui, Library Director 1. Acceptance of Agenda: 2. Acceptance of minutes for December 6, 1994 Regular Meeting: Motion was made by Cheryl Connolly and seconded by Kendra Griffing to accept the agenda. Motion passed. Motion was made by Jean Namsick and seconded by Jeanette Hauck to accept the minutes for the December 6, 1994 Regular Meeting.Motion passed. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting February 7, 1995 Page 2 3. Librarian's Repot: 4. Old Business: a. Library expansion update: b. Report on status of fire protection/ sprinlder system: c. Adoption of a revision in the Library grant for LSCA Title I: Circulation dropped a little in December from November, but up from a year ago. There was quite a bit of construction going on.A number of programs were well attended in addition to other statistics.In January, there was a substantial jump in all patron statistics. There were 534 volunteer hours.A number of special events programs were held.The quarterly reference survey showed 387 questions answered during the survey week. For Lost Dutchman Days, the flat bed did not work, so teens plan a costumed entry on foot.Panic hardware on both doors is complete.Entry buzzer is installed. Drywall is well under way.Glazing is pretty far along.Second coat is going on the stucco.Should start shelving on February 22nd. System is pretty well done.Testing has not been done yet.Repairs have been made where mistakes were made. We had approved applying for an LSCA Grant.Have since learned it will cost more.It was discovered more than 16 user services will be needed.The Kid's Catalog and the ADA adaptive workstation will also be included in request to make it more appealing to LSCA.LSCA will be asked for $43,500. rather than $40,000. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting February 7, 1995 Page 3 5. New Business: a. Welcome of new Board member, John Schoeph: b. Reconsideration of use of bequest from Frieda Heimann: c. Report from Pam Rineholt and Kendra Griffing on the Library Trustees workshop sponsored by Dept. of Library, Archives and Public Records held December 3, 1994: Motion was made by Cheryl Connolly and seconded by Robert Alger to approve the request of up to $45,000. from LSCA.Motion passed unanimous with a roll call vote. John Schoeph was welcomed by Board. Long ago, it was decided to use only interest income.However, now we need to use the bequest as a matching amount for the LSCA Grant.Account now stands at $34,900 plus.It should be at $35,000 in time for use. Motion was made by Cheryl Connolly and seconded by Jean Namsick to use the bequest from Frieda Heimann as matching funds for the LSCA Grant. Motion passed unanimous with a roll call vote. Kendra Griffmg found the workshop very interesting.She learned about the purpose of the Library Board as a library advocate.The speaker talked about values and the trust in members from the community. President City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting February 7, 1995 Page 4 d. Volunteer Recognition Luncheon reminder: e. Discussion and possible adoption of the Library's automation plan: 6. Call to the public: 7. Requests for future agenda items: 8. Adjournment: Secretary We need to try to sell the "Library Story." Pam Rineholt agreed and said it was a very enjoyable and informative workshop. The Board is invited to come to the luncheon at noon on Friday to recognize the volunteers. In addition to the hardware and software for the library system, library needs include direct connections to the Internet, the County and the City. Motion was made by John Schoeph and seconded by Robert Alger to adopt the Library's automation plan as outlined by Pamela Loui.Motion passed unanimous with a roll call vote. None present None Motion was made by Jean Namsick and seconded by Jeanette Hauck to adjourn. Motion passed.Meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.