HomeMy WebLinkAboutLibrary Trustees 03/02/1996TRUSTEES OF TBE MANSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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ATTENDANCE: Nancy Breef-Pili, Leonard Epstein, Chris Corirtiet Hayes, lLinda Lipson,
Vivian Sweet, Leslie Pasch
The March meeting of the Trustees of the Mansfield Public Library was held in the
Trustees' Room of the library on March 2, 1996. Nancy called the meeting to order at 8:15 AM.
Chris read the secretary's report from the February meeting which was approved with
three minor corrections.
Linda presented the treasurer's report from February. Our current balance is $17,722.01.
After some discussion, is was agreed to roll our CD over for another 90 days when it matures on
March 8. (Chris made the motion, seconded by Vivian),
Correspondence included a memo from the Selectmen stating that the Library Trustees
will have an opportunity to make a presentation on Wednesday, March 6 at 8 PM. Nancy will
prepare and deliver the presentation and encouraged the trustees to attend.
Leslie highlighted the Librarian's Report for February. Circulation was 17,764 -- up
(" 19.7% from last year at this time. She provided us with the circulation breakdown according to
type of material taken out.
OLD BUSINESS
Leslie reported on the problems that she and her staff have been having with disruptive
and destructive children during the afternoon hours. The Board authorized her (Leonard made
the motion, seconded by Vivian) to contact Lt. Walter Crickard to inquire about other alternatives
to supervising/monitoring the situation; and she will set up a meeting with the Trustees, Chief
O'Neil, and QMS Principal Steve Driscoll to discuss the problem. Linda will look into the police
surviellance cameras.
Leslie updated the Board about the Bristol County Retirement issue. She will call four
past employees who may be affected by the new information. She will also call the Bristol County
Retirement Board to obtain the source document of this information for the purpose of updating
our personnel policy.
The 5 -Year Plan subcommittee (Leslie, Leonard and Chris) updated the Board on their
progress to date. An outline of ideas within a 5 -goal framework was presented, as well as an
updated mission statement. The next meeting of the subcommittee will be Friday, February 29.
Leslie updated the Board on the Trustee workshop that we will be sponsoring on Monday,
May 13 at 7:00 PM. At this time, Norton and North Attleboro will also be attending. Leslie will
{: continue to contact neighboring Boards inviting them to attend.
NEW BUSINESS
The Board approved four programs for the months of February, March and April. These
programs are: "Using Herbs, Oils and Vinegars in the Kitchen" with Claudia Binns (February 29);
"Home Landscaping: The Basics" with Paul Split (March 11 and March 14); "Assessment and
Diagnosis of ADHD and ADD" with James M. Greenblatt, MD (April 11); and "Hats Off to
Reading" with Keith M. Johnson (April 17).
The Board approved the yearly two-week Fine Free Period of April 15 - 27. A donation
or canned good to be given to the West Side Benevolent Association may be given in lieu of the
fine.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:50 AM. The next Library Trustees meeting will be held
on Saturday, March 30, 1996 at 8:00 AM.
Respectfully submitted,
Chris Cormier Hayes
Secretary, Library Trustees