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2018-07-16 LAG Board - Committee - Commission - Council:
Board of Library Trustees
Date: 2025-06-16 Time: 7:00 PM
Building: Reading Public Library Location: Community Room
Address: 64 Middlesex Avenue Agenda:
Purpose: General Business
Meeting Called By: Amy Lannon for Chair Cappy Popp
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Town of Reading
Meeting Posting with Agenda
This Agenda has been prepared in advance and represents a listing of topics that the chair reasonably anticipates will be dis cussed
at the meeting. However the agenda does not necessarily include all matters which may be taken up at this meeting.
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I. Call to Order
II. Public Comment
III. Affirming the BOLT Statement of Solidarity and Support for our
Pride Community
IV. Summer Programming and Early Literacy Update
V. Discussion of the Policy on Lending to Residents of Municipalities
with Decertified Libraries
VI. VOTE: Election of Officers
VII. VOTE: FY26 Trustee Meeting Dates
VIII. VOTE: CY26 Holiday Schedule
IX. Financial Report
X. Director's Report
XI. Approval May 12, 2025, Meeting Minutes
XII. Future Agenda Items
a. July
i. Library Terrace Update
ii. FY26 Warrant Schedule
b. August
i. Supplemental Spending Recommendations
ii. Meeting Room Use Report
iii. Review: Meeting Room Policy/Fees (as needed)
Statement of Solidarity and Support for
Our Pride Community
Our public library serves all in our community, fostering an environment
of respect, understanding, and belonging. Our Library is proud to
provide a welcoming, safe, supportive, and celebratory space for
members of the LGBTQ+ community, both as patrons and as part of our
staff. We recognize the diversity of our LGBTQ+ community and strive to
meet their informational, educational, and recreational needs.
Board of Library Trustees
Adopted: May 13, 2024
Policy on Lending to Municipalities with Decertified Libraries
POLICY ON LENDING TO RESIDENTS OF
MUNICIPALITIES WITH DECERTIFIED
LIBRARIES
In order for a public library to be certified in Massachusetts it must meet certain
minimum standards of funding and service mandated by the Massachusetts Board of
Library Commissioners. A public library that does not meet the minimum standards is
"decertified" by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and is not eligible to
receive state aid funding, apply for or receive LSTA grant funds, or enter into any
contracts with the region to provide supplemental services.
Massachusetts General Laws (605 CMR 4.01) state that certified public libraries are not
required to loan materials to residents of municipalities with decertified libraries.
This policy aims to address the issue of the fair and appropriate use of Reading tax
dollars spent on public library service by limiting the reliance of a municipality with a
decertified library on the Reading Public Library and its resources.
The Reading Public Library upholds the importance of maintaining at least the minimum
standards of public library service required for public library certification by the
Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and therefore will not loan materials to
residents of municipalities with decertified libraries.
Public libraries that receive a waiver from the Massachusetts Board of Library
Commissioners are considered certified. Residents of municipalities in which the library
has received a waiver will be permitted to borrow materials.
As stated in the Massachusetts General Laws (605 CMR 4.01), "all residents of the
Commonwealth shall have access to reading and reference rooms under the same
conditions as residents of the community." The Reading Public Library welcomes
residents of all municipalities. However, residents of municipalities with decertified
libraries are only able to use library resources within the bounds of the library building.
Adopted: August 2002
MEMORANDUM
TO: Board of Library Trustees
FROM: Amy Lannon, Library Director
DATE: June 16, 2025
SUBJECT: Meeting Dates for FY2026
_____________________________________________________________________________
In keeping with our schedule of meeting at 7 p.m. on the 2nd Monday, with alternate dates listed
to accommodate holidays and Town Meeting, a list of the proposed dates follows:
July 14, 2025
August 11, 2025
September 8, 2025
Tuesday, October 14, 2024 (holiday)
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (holiday and TM Conflict)
December 8, 2025
January 12, 2026
February 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
June 8, 2026
cc: Town Manager’s Office
Town Clerk’s Office
2026 Library Closings
January 1, Thursday New Year’s Day
January 19, Monday Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
February 16, Monday Presidents Day
April 5, Sunday Easter
April 20, Monday Patriots Day
Last Sunday, Open May 17
May 23-25 (Saturday-Monday) Memorial Day Weekend
June 19, Friday Juneteenth
July 3, Friday Independence Day Observed
July 4, Saturday Independence Day
September 5-7 (Saturday-Monday) Labor Day Weekend
First Sunday Open October 4
October 12, Monday Columbus Day
November 11, Wednesday Veterans Day
November 25, Wednesday Close at 1 p.m.
November 26, Thursday Thanksgiving Day
December 24, Thursday Christmas Eve
December 25, Friday Christmas Day
December 31, Thursday New Year’s Eve
Approved June 16, 2025 by the Board of Library Trustees
As of May 31 (92%)Trustee Budget Summary
SUMMARY Orginal $$Rev/Adj Expended Encumbered Balance % Used
Municipal Salaries 1,754,250$ -$ 1,599,000$ -$ 155,250$ 91.15%
Municipal Expenses 143,000$ -$ 125,270$ -$ 17,730$ 87.60%
Municipal Materials 283,900$ -$ 263,378$ -$ 20,522$ 92.77%
Fines & Fees 13,606$ 10,908$ 12,659$ -$ 11,855$ N/A
State Aid 75,579$ 65,859$ 26,854$ -$ 114,584$ N/A
Gifts 188,572$ 48,678$ 50,761$ 18,602$ 167,886$ N/A
Trusts (Expendable Funds) 110,253$ 10,436$ 554$ -$ 120,135$ N/A
TOTALS $2,569,159 $135,882 $2,078,477 $18,602 $607,962
Municipal Appropriation Orginal $$Rev/Adj Expended Encumbered Balance % Used
Salaries - Library Administration 468,400$ 429,672$ -$ 38,728$ 91.73%
Salaries - Leave Buyback*-$ -$ -$ -$
Salaries - Collection Services 506,450$ 476,652$ -$ 29,798$ 94.12%
Salaries - Public Services 779,400$ 692,675$ -$ 86,725$ 88.87%
Expenses - General
Library Maint Contract Supp 23,000$ 22,656$ -$ 344$ 98.50%
Professional Development 14,000$ 14,009$ -$ (9)$ 100.07%
Library Programs 10,500$ 2,093$ -$ 8,407$ 19.93%
Software/ Licenses 70,500$ 71,859$ -$ (1,359)$ 101.93%
Library Supplies 9,000$ 5,854$ -$ 3,146$ 65.04%
Office Supplies 5,000$ 2,592$ -$ 2,408$ 51.83%
Technology 11,000$ 6,209$ -$ 4,791$ 56.44%
Materials 283,900$ 263,378$ -$ 20,522$ 92.77%
Books 95,685$ -$
Audio 4,323$ -$
Video 2,910$ -$
Periodicals 26,828$ -$
Electronic Resources 71,128$ -$
Other Materials 10,101$ -$
Overdrive (eBooks / eAudiobooks)52,404$ -$
TOTALS 2,181,150$ -$ 1,987,648$ -$ 193,502$ 91.13%
Fines and Fees Orginal $$Rev/Adj Expended Encumbered Balance
Revenue (and Carryover)13,606$ 10,908$ -$ -$ $24,514
Materials 25$ -$ ($25)
Supplies 12,634$ -$ ($12,634)
TOTALS 13,606$ 10,908$ 12,659$ -$ $11,855
State Aid Orginal $$Rev/Adj Expended Encumbered Balance
Revenue (and Carryover)75,579$ 65,364$ -$ -$ 140,943$
Expenses -$
Office Supplies -$ -$ -$
Professional Development -$ -$ -$
Materials 5,910$ -$ (5,910)$
Library Other 495$ 15,935$ -$ (15,440)$
Library Equipment 5,009$ -$ (5,009)$
TOTALS 75,579$ 65,859$ 26,854$ -$ 114,584$
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As of May 31 (92%)Trustee Budget Summary
Gifts & Donations Orginal $$ Adj/Income Expended Encumbered Balance
Revenue (and Carryover)46,109$ 17,212$ 12,235$ 18,602$ 32,483$
Professional Development -$ 2,225$ -$ (2,225)$
Recreational -$ 2,217$ -$ (2,217)$
Programs & Services Adults 28,522$ -$ -$ -$ 28,522$
Programs & Services Teens 24,265$ -$ -$ -$ 24,265$
Programs & Services OESJ 11$ 2,465$ 80$ -$ 2,396$
Programs & Services Childrens 26,629$ -$ 760$ -$ 25,870$
Programs & Services- Local History 500$ -$ -$ -$ 500$
Studio 30,298$ -$ 1,883$ -$ 28,415$
RPL Foundation -$ 28,891$ 22,771$ -$ 6,120$
Garden -$ -$ 8,559$ -$ (8,559)$
Other Gifts (Combined)4,685$ -$ -$ -$ 4,685$
Supplies -$ -$ 31$ -$ (31)$
Materials 27,552$ 110$ -$ -$ 27,662$
TOTALS 188,572$ 48,678$ 50,761$ 18,602$ 167,886$
Trusts Original $$Avail/Income Expended Encumbered Balance
Appleton / Mansfield 7,374$ 1,198$ -$ -$ 8,572$
Edward Appleton 44,919$ 3,244$ 554$ -$ 47,609$
R/M Babcock 3,126$ 439$ -$ -$ 3,565$
Stephen Foster 9,613$ 1,410$ -$ -$ 11,023$
Charles Torrey 1,235$ 146$ -$ -$ 1,381$
Donald Tuttle 1,059$ 102$ -$ -$ 1,161$
Elaine & George Long 34,953$ 2,689$ -$ -$ 37,641$
Barbara Hewitt 6,428$ 1,003$ -$ -$ 7,431$
James Rawstron 1,545$ 206$ -$ -$ 1,751$
TOTALS 110,253$ 10,436$ 554$ -$ 120,135$
Name Non-Expend Purpose
11,000$
5,000$
3,598$ "Books on literary subjects and self-government" (BOOKS)
12,000$ "Books … to be inscribed 'Stephen Foster Fund'" (BOOKS)
1,000$ "Books on non-fictional subjects" (NONFICTION BOOKS)
500$ "Books"
5,000$ "Books or Equipment"
8,952$ "Books"
1,613$ "Books on tape& furniture to house books on tape" (AUDIOBOOKS)
TOTALS 48,663$
Stephen Foster
Appleton / Mansfield "…for the purchase of books other than those listed as fiction" (NONFICTION BOOKS)
Edward Appleton "Purchase of books, paintings, engravings, works of art or other suitable useful
furnishings for said library. R/M Babcock
Charles Torrey
Donald Tuttle
Elane & George Long
Barbara Hewitt
James Rawstron
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June 16, 2025 Board of Library Trustees Meeting
IX. FINANCIAL REPORT
a) May Gifts
DONOR AMOUNT PURPOSE
Reading Lions Club $300.00 Large print, braille storywalks, and other
accessibility projects
Corinne Fisher $50.00 In Honor of Cherrie Dubois
Mary McIntire $50.00 In Honor of Cherrie Dubois
Women’s League of Reading $1,000 64 Tonies purchased in kind and added
to the Children’s collection
Women’s League of Reading $500 Office of Equity and Social Justice
Various Cash Donations $42.00
Total $1,942.00
X. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
a) May Snapshot
General Circulation Overdrive Circulation
Usage May 2025 April 2025 May 2024
Circulation 26,568 27,643 26,797
Locker Use 15 54 10
Meeting Rooms Rentals 29 33 23
Museum Passes 190 225 128
New Library Cards 104 96 99
Overdrive 5,644 5,471 4,957
Programs 46 59 76
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Reference Questions 1,510 1,824 1,579
Visitors 13,749 14,731 14,004
Volunteer Hours 26.5 64.25 19
b) Services, Programs, and Collections
i) With the nice(ish) weather up on us, Cate has started the Pop-up Book Bike
meetups around town. May and June are busy outreach months with lots of
visits to the schools, local pre-schools, the Garden Club Plant Sale, Friends
and Family Day … and more!
ii) Farm Day had 88 attendees, with kids aged 2-6 being our prime audience.
Adults enjoyed getting up close with alpacas from Harvard Alpaca Ranch.
Farmers from Newhall Fields Community Farm provided amazing hands-on
learning experiences, including soil digging, planting seedlings, and playing
dress-up as pollinators. Kids walked away with an appreciation for different
types of farms in Massachusetts and knowledge of how to properly care for
crops. Big shout-out to Megan W, Olivia, Nancy, Sara, and our teen
volunteers!
iii) RPL had great success engaging families out and about town. At Sticks and
Stories, children explored gardening through reading, craft activities, and a
hands-on Mattera Cabin community garden tour. Meanwhile, Family
Storytime at Memorial Park brought nature-themed books directly to
neighborhood families, creating a welcoming outdoor reading experience that
attracted both regular participants and newcomers. These programs
demonstrate effective community outreach by meeting families where they
are and connecting literacy with local outdoor spaces and environmental
themes.
iv) RPL hosted a multilingual learner student field trip this month. This was a
delight—a heartwarming collaboration that was a blast to plan, featuring a
charming mix of K-5 attendees and their parents. Everyone had fun with ice
cream sundaes, scavenger hunts, BINGO, and a Pixar short!
v) Susan and Elizabeth represented RPL with an outreach table at the Health
Fair at the Pleasant Street Center this month. They shared resources like
Health Nook kits and promoted information on the Takeout Delivery program.
They spoke to about 35 people, discussing summer programs/summer
reading, and upcoming “Librarians and Lemonade” pop-ups.
vi) The 2nd-floor patio received a refresh this month. The existing furniture
found a new home at Reading Public Schools' Central Office—they were
excited and grateful for the handoff. Meanwhile, as part of the Rooted in
Reading grant, we purchased and installed a new table, chairs, and a child -
sized picnic table. The furniture is Polywood, made of recycled plastic and
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extremely durable for outdoor use. We will add an umbrella and a stand for
the table to provide shade. The patio is open to the public as of June 9, 2025,
vii) We have met with new Assistant Fire Chief John Keough to review the status
of the two library AEDs. We will work with RFD to purchase new AEDs and
batteries as needed. We also plan to add one to the second floor.
viii) Our volunteer program continues to grow. We have students completing
National Honor Society and other service requirements, as well as older
volunteers delivering to homebound patrons and helping to maintain our
garden areas.
c) Rooted in Reading & Sustainable Library Initiatives
We are well into the second half of our Rooted in Reading Grant. In addition to
MORE programs scheduled for over the summer, RPL is considering how we
can continue the live by the mission and values behind this wonderful grant –
how to be a Sustainable Library.
i) Wildlife Habitat Certification: With the help of our Busy Bee volunteers,
RPL will work to have a portion of our outdoor space certified as a Wildlife
Habitat (Learn more). This designation means RPL will actively be supporting
a healthy environment and hopefully inspire visitors to do the same.
ii) Indoor Plant Education: Environgreenery, the plant maintenance company,
has added helpful name tags for some of the more unusual plants in our
indoor collection. RPL hopes to enhance this new feature by providing
educational information the health and wellness benefits of indoor plants.
iii) Community Garden Party: We are busy planning the First Annual
Community Garden Party: A Green Communities Information &
Education Fair. The event will feature local and regional resources related to
nature, health, and anything “Green.” This short event, 1.5 hours, will run from
5-6:30 pm on Friday, June 20, coinciding with the Summer Solstice (the
longest day of the year). RPL will provide ice cream and activities for added
fun!
d) Horizons
i) Summer Reading starts in June!
ii) RPL will be a Porchfest venue (June 28): RPL is coordinating with
Porchfest as a 2025 host. With 20-30 locations across town, this community-
driven event features an all-volunteer cast of organizers, talent, and venue
hosts.
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iii) Library Terrace Project: Activitas and Town Engineering are working out the
final, detailed plans for the new library terrace on the hill outside the
conference room. They hope to go out to bid for the project this summer, with
construction beginning this fall. This project is privately funded by the
Reading Public Library Foundation.
e) Personnel
June Anniversaries
• Andrea Fiorillo (13 years)
• Ashley Waring (19 years)
Paralibrarian News – Congratulations!
i) Valerie Gould-Heithaus was awarded her Paralibrarian Recognition of
Achievement – Level 3
ii) Andrea Hogan was awarded her Paralibrarian Recognition of
Achievement – Level 4
f) Professional Development (Selected)
• 2025 MLA Annual Conference
• “Beyond the Pizza Party”: A Panel Discussion on how to Maintain Staff Morale
• “Canva Create” Highlights
• AI in Public Libraries
• All Hands on Deck: Starting and Maintaining a Successful Teen Volunteer Program
• All Your Data(base): Sharing Your Data Responsibly
• Building Inclusive Collections
• Change Management: Navigating and Communicating Change in Libraries
• Customer Service 2.0: How to Continue to Deliver Exemplary Customer Service
When Things Go Sideways
• Empowering Our Children to Fly Through Collaborative Partnerships
• Get to Know Your Government: The Massachusetts Office on Disability
• NOBLE – Aspen Preview Session
• Super Searchers & Meet LEO (Learn and Explore Online)
• The Impact of Latest Federal Executive Orders on Massachusetts Librariess
Respectfully submitted,
Amy Lannon, Director (she/her)
June 12, 2025
Town of Reading
Meeting Minutes
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2016-09-22 LAG Board - Committee - Commission - Council:
Board of Library Trustees
Date: 2025-05-12 Time: 7:00 PM
Building: Reading Public Library Location: Community Room
Address: 64 Middlesex Avenue Session: Open Session
Purpose: General Meeting Version: Final
Attendees: Members - Present:
Andrew Grimes, Secretary; Kelli Bacon; Andrew Gregory; Monette Verrier
Members - Not Present:
Cappy Popp, Chair; Patrick Egan, Vice-Chair
Others Present:
Amy Lannon, Director; Michelle Filleul, Assistant Director;
Meaghan Clemente, Administrative Assistant
Minutes Respectfully Submitted By: Andrew Grimes, Secretary
Topics of Discussion:
I. Call to Order 7:03 p.m.
Due to the absence of both the Chair and Vice Chair, the quorum must elect a temporary
chair to preside over tonight's meeting.
Motion: To nominate Mr. Grimes as temporary Chair Pro Tem to preside over the May
12, 2025, meeting.
(Verrier / Gregory)
Vote: Approved 4-0
II. Public Comment
No public comments were made in person or remotely.
III. Discussion of the Policy on Lending to Residents of Municipalities with
Decertified Libraries
Wakefield and Melrose have published policies regarding lending to residents of
municipalities with decertified libraries. Other towns bordering Stoneham, including
Winchester, Woburn, Medford, and Malden, do not have publicly posted policies
regarding this issue. However, Ms. Lannon will continue to research this issue more
deeply and contact library staff in other communities as needed.
Currently, the Stoneham Public Library faces FY26 budget cuts but hopes to have
enough funding to obtain a temporary waiver to maintain its certification. Also, Lynnfield
is holding a special election for a municipal budget override. Although the possibility of
decertified libraries in nearby communities is still an issue, updating the Library's policy
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is not as urgent. Ms. Lannon confirmed that no nearby libraries have officially been
decertified yet. The current policy was adopted in 2002 in response to the decertification
of another nearby library in the North of Boston Library Exchange (NOBLE) consortium.
Ms. Verrier questioned whether decertification would take effect immediately on July 1 to
begin the FY26 fiscal budget year. Ms. Lannon explained that the official state
certification process typically occurs in November or December. Denial of service would
wait until that official MBLC notification. Once a library is decertified, it must meet
certification standards for a full year before becoming recertified. A waiver would grant a
temporary pass as a library works to meet minimum certification standards. The Library
will track any changes in the certification status of other libraries.
Ms. Lannon suggested deferring further discussion until all members were present and
she had had a chance to conduct additional research. The Board expressed interest in
reviewing any policies that may limit access to programming and other library services,
as well as the borrowing of materials by residents of municipalities with decertified
libraries.
Motion: To table further discussion of the Policy on Lending to Residents of
Municipalities with Decertified Libraries.
(Gregory / Verrier)
Vote: Approved 4-0
IV. Library Terrace Update
The Ad Hoc Library Landscape Committee has signed and approved Activitas’
landscape design proposal for the outdoor Library Terrace project. Work is progressing
quickly and smoothly so far.
The Library will host an open community forum on the Library Terrace project on
Thursday, May 22, at 7:00 p.m. at the Library. Neighbors, community members, Reading
Public Library Foundation members, Friends of the Reading Public Library members,
and other stakeholders are welcome to attend to learn more about the project and
provide feedback.
After incorporating additional community feedback, Activitas hopes to have bid
documents ready in late June, with the bid opening in mid-July. Hopefully, construction
will begin in September and wrap up by December. Town Engineer Ryan Percival is
working closely with Activitas and the Community Planning & Development Commission
(CPDC) to oversee the technical aspects of the project.
The Reading Public Library Foundation is generously funding the project. The Board
suggested that the Library set aside separate funds to establish a plaque recognizing the
Foundation's contribution to the Library Terrace. Ms. Lannon reviewed other Foundation
gifts, including the book bike and exterior pickup lockers.
V. Financial Report
Town Meeting approved the FY26 budget on Monday, May 5. There were no questions
or discussions regarding the total library budget of $2,260,050, representing a 3.6%
increase over FY25. The Library makes up 1.5% of the total budget and 6% of the
Municipal Government budget. The Town and the Library will face tighter budgets over
the next few years. The FY25 budget is on track for the June 30 fiscal year-end.
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VI. Director’s Report
The second-floor patio space will open to patrons of all ages in a soft launch this
summer. RPL expects to install new, recycled Polywood furniture soon. Other features
include wheelchair-accessible planters with herbs and vegetables. Ms. Lannon noted
that the patio space is not monitored or supervised. Custodians will be responsible for
locking and unlocking the patio space. Hours may be limited for library program use and
safety due to inclement weather, cold temperatures, and lack of lighting after dark. Ms.
Lannon will follow up with the Facilities Department regarding security cameras in the
patio area.
Artwork from Reading Memorial High School students is on display in the studio space.
Students researched endangered and threatened Massachusetts animal species and
created innovative artwork representing them with recycled materials. The next art
exhibit in June will feature comic drawing in collaboration with a presenter hosting a
cartooning workshop series.
The Library is halfway through its Rooted in Reading program funded by its $20,000
Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Dig-In Grant. Federal grants like this may
not be available if the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) funding is cut.
The Rooted in Reading program aims to make Reading a greener community by
promoting nature, health, and sustainability through library programs and resources. Ms.
Lannon noted that this grant is supported by in-kind funding through gifts, materials, and
support from the Friends of the Reading Public Library.
Head of Research and Reader Services Sara Kelso has spearheaded the grant and
facilitated collaboration across library divisions at multiple levels. All staff members are
involved in some way and seem excited about the grant. 49 Rooted in Reading
programs have been held across all departments and age groups. Attendees have
reflected on their experience and learning through short surveys. Overall, the grant has
been a positive experience for the Library, the staff, and the community.
The Library’s gardens are blossoming with native and sensory plants. EnviroGreenery
has begun regular indoor plant care and management. The Seed Library collection has
been successful since relocating to the main floor. Although borrowing may slow down
with the spring planting season, patrons continue to take seed packets.
Even on a rainy Saturday, over 100 community members planted 200 trees at the first
annual "Planting for the Future Event" in collaboration with the Town Forest Committee,
Department of Public Works, Reading Scouts, and other volunteers. The Department of
Public Works planted 300 more trees. This annual event will continue to expand through
the Town Forest’s 100th Anniversary in 2030.
Eight staff members will attend the Massachusetts Library Association Conference in
North Falmouth later this month. Several hold leadership positions, and a few others will
present. Ms. Lannon highlighted other recent staff professional development activities.
The annual Summer Sizzlers book talk event is on Friday, June 13, and the Juneteenth
Freedom Festival is on Saturday, June 21.
New Library of Things shelving with custom-sized lockers has been ordered. The lockers
will be installed near the holds pickup area across from the self-checkout stations on the
main floor. This project has involved careful measuring, multiple quotes, and a detailed
procurement review amidst price challenges with tariffs. However, the Library has
negotiated a fair price with the vendor and will fund the project entirely through
supplemental gifts and Rooted in Reading grant funding.
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The Board discussed member availability for their June monthly meeting. Pending the
availability of the chair and vice chair, the next meeting will be held on Monday, June 9,
or Monday, June 16. Ms. Verrier noted that June 16 is the last day of the school year for
Reading Public Schools.
VII. Approval of April 14, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Motion: To approve the minutes of the April 14, 2025, Trustee Meeting as written.
(Grimes / Verrier)
Vote: Approved 4-0
VIII. Future Agenda Items
The discussion on the Policy on Lending to Residents of Municipalities with Decertified
Libraries will continue in June. Ms. Fiorillo will present a summer programming update.
The Board will vote to elect officers, determine FY26 meeting dates, and set the 2026
holiday closing schedule.
Adjournment 7:32 p.m.
Motion: To Adjourn (Gregory / Grimes)
Vote: Approved 4-0
Respectfully Submitted,
Andrew Grimes, Secretary and Pro Tem Chair