HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-10-26 Board of Library Trustees MinutesBoard of Library Trustees
Minutes of Meeting - October 26, 1994
Conference Room - Reading Public Library - 6:00 p.m.
Present: Mrs. Elia Marnik, chair; Mr. William Diamond; Ms. Cherrie Dubois;
Mr. Robert Fields; Dr. Christine Redford.
Mrs. Marnik called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Mrs. Marnik explained that the only item for discussion is the FY96 Library
Budget. She stated there is now a firm figure for the NOBLE assessment.
The Board discussed the proposed operating budget., as well as the
Structural Increases and New Program Requests, as outlined by the Director.
The major issue is the supply budget; whether the Library should comply
with the 2.2% guideline stated by the Town Manager, or whether to submit a
larger sum, reflecting actual expenditures..:- Dr. Redford stated that it is
important that the budget accurately reflect the costs of running the
library. Other members agreed, but stated expenses must be substantiated
in the future, for Finance Committee and Selectmen discussions.
The Board discussed the Information Technology Coordinator position, and
agreed to present it as a full-time position, but possibly to be phased in
if adequate funds are not available.
The NOBLE assessment is increased by approximately 25%, due to site
relocation costs.
Board voted unanimously to accept the budget as presented by the
erector.
Meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deirdre Hanley
Director
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