HomeMy WebLinkAboutLibrary Trustees 04/06/1985Meeting of the Mansfield
Public Library
Board of Trustees
April 6,
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in called
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to order b y
Chairman Salachi
at 9:05
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Secreatries and treasurers report were both accepted
read. Selectman John Dunn joined the Board meeting.
Re: The Capital Budget and elevator, Mrs. Amsden reported
that a bid was received for $13,385. There is $12,000 in the
account. A suggestion was made to make up the difference by a
gift campaiga.
Re: The ABLE grant -- Mrs. Amsden reported that the grant
will be decided on in mid-May. The bar codes are in, and 500
to 600 books have been done
8 and 10,000 dollars.
The annual cost should be between
Selectman Dunn spoke very favorably in support of extra
library space, and hopes that the town will support it at next
weeks town meeting.
A motion was made by Mrs. Seifert, to change the sum of
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money in Article 36 of the town warrant. Seconded by Mrs. Willis. Voted.
Mr. Salachi explained that everything has been passed by
town meeting, re: the annual'budget, but to be prepared for
reconsideration.
Arlington Public LibraryBill--Mrs. Amsden reported that the
hearing went well. It may go through amended, or pass on, as is.
Friends of the Library annual Meeting -4/9/85-
Board is to ask for continued support in the summer reading and
children's programs, as well as additional copies of books.
Suggest to ask for equipment to up -date for the public to use: e.g.
' crofiche reader/printer; cost about 2-3,000 dollars, public typewriter.
Re: The librarian's pay rate, which may be adjusted in July, 1985,
it was suggested to check further with town treasurer, on what to do.
Mrs. Amsden reported that circulation is down in the Adult
department compared to March, 1984. T wo suggestions:
1. In-house circualtion estimate
2. Have a staff member in the reference room, daily, and
evenings also, if possible.
Next meeting -May 4, 1985
Meeting adjourned at 11:50 A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Jeremiah F. Long,
Secretary