HomeMy WebLinkAboutLibrary Trustees Minutes 12/7/2002MANSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING, DECEMBER 7, 2002
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Attendance: Nancy Breef -Pilz; Chris Cormier Hayes; Leonard Epstein; Joseph Ayupi. JbhnjWalgrWn, and
Library Director Janet Campbell. Mr. Flynn convened the meeting at 8:25 a.m. in the Certuse Room of {Ire'
Mansfield Public Library.
Secretary's report. Minutes of the November 5 meeting were reviewed mid approved. 1 `'
Treasurer's report. Treasurer's reports for October and November were reviewed and approved.
Librarian's report. The Librarians' Reports were reviewed and highlights discussed. Janet commenting on
high internet demand. Installation of additional internet terminals was discussed, particularly the difficulty in finding
useable spaces for additional terminals.
OLD BUSINESS
ADA Workstation/Shelving. Installation of new shelving has been delayed because of end panels. Installation
is now scheduled for the week before Christmas.
NEW BUSINESS
2004 budget. The board discussed the Town Manager's directive to prepare alternative budgets for next year:
(1) a level fimded budget; and (2) a budget reflecting a 5% reduction in non -salary items. The board discussed at
length the risk of a reduced budget which will subject the library to loss of certification for failing to meet the
requirement of increasing the budget by 2.5% over the average of the prior three years. Tire board was extremely
concerned over the prospect that a $7,000 budget reduction would forfeit $24,000 in state aid for two years (total
$48,000). Janet will be meeting with the budget committee and continue to point out this risk.
Internet. The board discussed the Homeland Security Act and the potential impact on the library's record
keeping practices.
Missing materials. The board approved a two week fine free period in conjunction with Janet's recommendation
to publicize a request for ndssing materials to be returned.
Five year plan. The board rescheduled a meeting with Cheryl Bryan (SEMLS) for Monday, January 13 at 6:00
p.m, to discuss our planning process.
Gifts. Janet noted several gifts, including CDs and books from the Mormon Church.
Meeting, with COA. The COA has requested a February meeting. Tlne board agreed to invite them to john the
February 4 meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Programs. The board approved a program by Citadel Communications Corporation which distributes "gently
R used" books to children.
Next meeting. January 4, 2002.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:30
Secretary