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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996 12.03 Library MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES 1177 N. Idaho Road Regular Meeting December 3, 1996 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees was held December 3, 1996 at 6:02 p.m. at the Apache Junction Library pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. Roll Call Present Absent Connolly, Cheryl Grifring, Kendra Rineholt, Pamela J. Schoeph, John Staff: Pamela Loui, Library Director 1. Acceptance of Agenda: 2. Acceptance of minutes for November 5, 1996 Regular Meeting: Gardner, Barbara L. Namsick, Jean A. Motion was made by Pamela Rineholt and seconded by John Schoeph to accept the agenda. Motion passed. Motion was made by Pamela Rineholt and seconded by John Schoeph to accept the minutes for the November 5, 1996 Regular Meeting with the correction of the misspelling of Gardner in items #1 and #6.Motion passed. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting December 3, 1996 Page 2 3. Librarian's Report: 4. Committee Reports: a. Lost Dutchman Parade Committee: b. Community Treasure Committee: 5. Old Business: a. None Circulation statistics were lower than a year ago, although the patron count was higher.This could be attributed to fewer popular titles purchased in favor of more money spent on reference books,people spending more time on computers, students visiting the Literacy Lab or people using the library for other reasons than checking out books.There were many successful programs this month like storytimes, tours and Arizona Territory.Volunteer hours are increasing as winter visitors increase. Decided to go with a "Library Bookworm" idea.People will be part of the "Bookworm" or marching independently. We're still looking for Bookworm stickers and hula hoops.$175 - $200 will be needed for supplies. The Teen Advisory Board would like to meet with the Community Treasure Committee.The teens liked the essay idea and scholarships as prizes.John Schoeph is checking into that. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting December 3 1996 Page 3 6. New Business: a. Discussion on how Home Rule election may affect the library: b. Reminder of food for fines program: c. Sherry Peabody's last day will be December 10, 1996: If the Home Rule does not pass, then Apache Junction cannot spend all the money that it takes in.It's also called an "expenditure override".The library could be cut significantly because it is not a safety issue.Board members can continue to act as advocates of the library and help the public to understand that Home Rule does not increase taxes, it just allows money already taken in to be spent.The State Legislature requires any money taken in over the state imposed limit to just sit unless "Home Rule" is passed. The Food for Fines begins December 6 and runs thru 23.One dollar is taken off per canned food item.It's not for damaged or lost items, only overdue items returned in good condition. Apache Junction Reach Out Food Bank will be receiving the food. Sherry is going to Rio Salado College to work.She has done a lot of work with the Literacy Lab since she started in March, 1996.The new position will be filled after the holidays and after Pamela Loui and Spencer Paden decide what the new person needs to do. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting December 3, 1996 Page 4 d. Volunteer Recognition Tea will be held January 10, 1997: 7. Call to the public: 8. Requests for future agenda items: 9. Adjournment: Secretary / L L . / 1 , Volunteer Recognition Tea will be held January 10, 1997 at 3:00 p.m.Board members can come and support the volunteers. None present Report on the "Networking to Support Libraries" seminar by Pamela Rineholt and John Schoeph. Home Rule strategies to inform the public. Committee Reports: Lost Dutchman Parade Committee Community Treasure Committee Public Relations Committee Motion was made by Cheryl Connolly and seconded by Pamela Rineholt to adjourn.Meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.