HomeMy WebLinkAboutLibrary Trustees 02/03/1990RECGIVEE
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ATTENDANCE: Colin Cauldwell. Alex Sal X 19ffr 2W hnik.
Nancy Breef-Pilz, Dinah Amsden
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The February meeting of the Tcuste THU 1141v eld
Public Library was held in the Trustees' Room of the library
on February 3. at 9:15 AM. The minutes were read and
accepted by Colin. seconded by Jeff. The correspondence
this past month contained a note from the Mansfield / Norton
League of Women Voters who have disbanded and sent a
donation to purchase history books. There was also a notice
from MLA interpreting the Library Bill of Rights concerning
access to videoes. A copy was distributed to all board
members to read and discuss during the next meeting.
Although the Building Committee did not meet this
month, Steve McCaffrey, committee chair, feels the remaining
problems concerning the new facility should be cleared by
the Spring. The heat problem seems to be alleviated .
The Personnel Committee will meet on Saturday. March 3.
prior to the next Trustees' meeting.
Colin represented the Trustees at a COA Board meeting
and found they are now in favor of a Meeting Room Policy
including fundraisers and a fee schedule. Since no new
policy has been written, the present policy had been
approved by both boards: therefore. it stands until changed.
Alex will draft a letter to Town Council regarding
liability of non -staff when closing a town building.
Jeff questioned the need of the COA van to be parked in
front, of the building when NOT loading or unloading. Dinah
will discuss this matter with Gail.
The new Reference/Readers' Advisor position was filled
by the successful candidate, Silvia Campbell, who began work
on Tuesday, January :30. After reviewing her resume. Colin
made a motion to accept her appointment. It was seconded by
Nancy, A unanimous vote approved it.
Due to a lack of signs within the library. Colin will
go through the building with Dinah to locate areas and the
signs needed.
Circulation statistics continue to rise. The January
totals which reached 10.000 included increases in all areas:
youth, adult and non-residents.
A brief discussion was held concerning an increase in
the fine schedule. Although the board is opposed to it.
they will keep an open mind when meeting with.the Finance
Committee.
The Trustees' meeting was adjourned at 11:20. The next
meeting will be held Saturday. March 3, 1990 at 9 AM.
Respectfully submitted,