HomeMy WebLinkAboutLibrary Trustees Minutes 4/5/2011MANSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD of TRUSTEES MEETING - APRIL 5, 2011
Attendance: Nancy Breef -Pilz, Joe Flynn, Chris Cormier- Hayes, Leonard Epstein, and
Director Janet Campbell. Joe convened the meeting at 8:15 a.m. RECEIVED
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Secretary's report. Minutes of the March meeting were revi%h1V 1WprKc6 ( 8
Treasurer's report. The treasurer's report for March was reviewvvgmnomed.
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Librarian's reports. The librarians' reports were reviewed and details discussed.
OLD BUSINESS
FY 2012 budget. The Town Manager has informed Janet that the MIS Department has
budgeted funds for two new library computers. The board discussed the possibility of reallocating
the money to the overall budget since computer equipment is typically purchased with MEG funds.
Boston Globe microfilm. The Dedham Public Library will be taking Mansfield's old
Boston Globe microfilm.
Sony a -book readers. A training session was conducted last week teaching eight of the
staff how to use the recently donated Sony a -book readers.
NEW BUSINESS
DVD security cases. Janet recently learned that many libraries are no longer securing
DVDs which no longer cost any more than most books, and which appear to be no more susceptible
to theft. After discussion, the board approved eliminating most security cases on a trial basis.
Self checkout. The board discussed libraries' increasing use of self checkout systems. The
Norfolk Library director has told Janet that almost 90% of checkouts are now automated. Finding a
workable space for such a system in Mansfield will be difficult but the board will continue to study
the issue to see if it might somehow be feasible. Norfolk has also implemented a system for patrons
to pick up their own holds, which also saves considerable staff time.
Checkpoint security system. Janet expressed concern about the age of the library's 20 year
old security system, including the possibility that replacing it may be prohibitively expensive.
Fine -free period. The board approved a fine -free period of April 11 -23.
Programs. Upcoming programs were reviewed.
Gifts. Recent gifts were reviewed.
Next meeting. May 7, 2011. The meetin(g / wasadjourned at 10:45 a.m.