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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997 02.04 Library MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES 1177 N. Idaho Road Regular Meeting February 4, 1997 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees was held February 4, 1997 at 6:00 p.m. at the Apache Junction Library pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. Roll Call Present Gardner, Barbara Little, Millie Griffing, Kendra Rineholt, Pamela Namsick, Jean A. Schoeph, John Staff Pamela Loui, Library Director 1. Acceptance of Agenda: 2. Acceptance of Minutes for January 7, 1997 Regular Meeting: Absent Connolly Cheryl Motion was made by Pam Rineholt and seconded by Jean Namsick to accept the agenda with the suggestion to move Item 5a to follow Item 2.Motion passed unanimously. Motion was made by Kendra Griffing and seconded by Millie Little to accept the Minutes for the January 7, 1997 Regular Meeting.Motion passed unanimously. City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting February 4, 1997 Page 2 5. Old Business: a. Discussion on Home Rule with George Hoffman, Assistant City Manager: 3. Librarian's Report: George Hoffman, Assistant City Manager, gave an overview of the March 11, 1997 Home Rule Election, Proposition 100: "Alternate Expenditure Limitation".If Home Rule passes, the City utilizes revenues it generates; if not, it lowers it's limit as imposed by the State.If we were to use the 1979 base budget for Library expenses, which was $0.00, the new Library budget would be $0.00.He further informed the Board that City money cannot be used to influence the vote.The Friends of the Library have published an important supportive pamphlet.We can help as individuals, by informing different community groups and referring people to informational brochures. The City is looking at obtaining a one- time adjustment to the base year. Citizens should vote "yes" if they support Home Rule; "no" it they do not.They can vote absentee, or they can go into the City Clerk's Office after February 15, 1997 to vote.If anyone wants more information, contact Joe Durbala or Marcy Belzner of the Friends of the Library. Pamela Loui reported that Jill Farmer was resigning from staff (Library Clerk II). The City will place an ad for a replacement.They can use temporary help for awhile.The Library currently has three vacancies: Electronic Reference City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting February 4, 1997 Page 3 4. Committee Reports: a. Lost Dutchman Parade Committee: b. Community Treasure Committee: Librarian, one full-time and one part-time clerk. 'Digger the Bookworm" body will be ready tomorrow.Marcy Belzner is doing the face.If someone's child wants to be part of the bookworm, they need to submit a permission slip by February 11. The Teen Advisory Board, (TAB) has been involved with this project.Ms. Loui did not know how the children were being solicited for participation. Liz Burks contacted Rick Donnelly to work on a video.Gary Nine, Pamela Loui, Spencer Paden and John Schoeph have been meeting.The Apache Junction City Library Treasure Hunt will take place from March 24 to April 25. Only the seventh graders of the Apache Junction Unified School District will participate. TAB has been involved with this event as well.Local businesses have also been supportive.The purpose of the "Treasure Hunt" is to stimulate Library awareness, research skills, and personal enrichment opportunities. c. Public Relations Committee:The pamphlet is ready to go with the flyers. 6. New Business: a. Presentation of video "Library Trustees: Meeting the Challenge":Motion was made by Jean Namsick and seconded by Barbara Gardner to table City of Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting February 4, 1997 Page 4 this item until next meeting.Motion passed unanimously. 7. Call to the Public:None. 8. Requests for future agenda items: 9. Adjournment: — Secretary Acceptance of letter of resignation. The video "Library Trustees: Meeting the Challenge". Committee reports. Endowment information session. Motion was made by Kendra Crriffing and seconded by Millie Little to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m.