2013-03-18 Board of Library Trustees Minutes

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Minutes of the Board of Library Trustees Meeting Monday, March 18, 2013 RECEIVED TOWN CLERK Present FADING, MASS. David Hutchinson, Chair; Richard Curtis, Vice Chair; Alice Collins, Secretary; Cherrie Dubois; Andrew Grimes; Vicki Yablonsky; Amy Lannon, Asst. Director; Ruth 1-101 "W*3 EpbcJQ4 Guest Beth Shurland Meeting called to order at 7.02 Am. .Approval of Minutes. February 11, 2013 (V. Yablonsky /A. Collins) .Approval of Minutes. February 26, 2013 ([. Yablonsky /A. Collins) Correction A. Grimes were not present Financial Report (R. Urell) Ms. Drell noted that $1112.00 still remain in the capital account. This will be addressed later in the meeting. Director's Report FY 2014 Budget (R. Urell) Annual Report: This year's annual report for the Town highlights events and changes with significant impact to the library. These items include the move to the Evergreen system (NOBLE), personnel changes and several unique aspects of children's services. The library surpassed previous records for eeoment access and circulation statistics. Next goal is to provide a printed trifold handout for public use and distribution. Open House Update: The Highland School Celebration day brought over 900 people to the library on Saturday, March 16, 2013. Public comment and staff feedback indicated that the entire event was quite successful. The library scanned over 40 images and gathered 16 interviews capturing the history of the Highland School. The "Celebration Trust" also awarded $3970 to support Highland School project. Additional programs included classical music, a middle school rock band, a local ballet group, and Bill Fowler's talk "School on the Hill." Informational building tours for the public have been ongoing. In addition, Ms. Urell gave a tour to Town Department Heads as part of their monthly meeting. Based on public response, the library has added 3 tours every day until the vote. Legislative issues: State aid for libraries is currently $1.05 per person in Massachusetts, or 1 /10 of 1 % of the State budget. Legislative Day is March 26. Ruth will participate and Library trustees are welcome to attend. Ms. Urell mentioned the upcoming MBLC training workshop for trustees. If any trustee would like further information, please see Ms. Urell or visit the MBLC website.