Meeting Minutes
Board Members Present: Mary Burchill, Terry Leibold, John Nalbandian, Jeff Shmalberg
Board Members Not Present: Jill Fincher, Ron Hurst, Craig Penzler
Staff Present: Carole Dibben, Bruce Flanders, Tricia Karlin, Sherri Turner
Guests Present: Mary Michener (League of Women Voters), Ellen Miller, Janet Mody (Friends of the Lawrence Public Library Board of Directors)
Terry called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
There were no public comments.
The consent agenda was reviewed. (The consent agenda included approval of the June 2005 Library Board meeting minutes and Treasurer’s report, approval of bills in the amount of $89,382.05, and receipt of the June 2005 staff meeting minutes, statistical report and future library events calendar.) John moved to approve the consent agenda. Mary seconded the motion, which carried by voice vote.
ADA Compliance Review: Bruce reviewed the ADA compliance review, based on a building tour conducted in early June by Shannon Roy, Library Development Librarian, State Library of Kansas. No significant concerns were noted in the review. A number of suggestions for further enhancement of the facility were made, particularly regarding signage. These suggested building enhancements will be included, as financially feasible, in the 2006 capital improvement project list.
Progress Report – Project To Move Fiction Upstairs: The auto repair manual collection has been moved, and oversized books will be moved soon. When these collections have been relocated, the major fiction and non-fiction 900’s move can take place.
Fire Detection and Alarm System Problems: Problems with a sensor in the fire suppression sprinkler system have caused numerous false alarms, during the last several weeks. Bruce and Sherri are working with building maintenance staff and outside contractors to identify and correct the problem(s).
One Book, One State: The State Librarian has initiated a new reading initiative to encourage parents to read to their small children. The honorary chair of this statewide project is Governor Sebelius. Opportunities for local Library involvement and media promotion will be pursued.
Kansas Center for the Book Affiliate Membership: The Kansas Center for the Book is moving soon to the State Library of Kansas, and libraries statewide have an opportunity to become charter affiliate members of the Center. This membership, to cost $500 the first year, and $1000 per year thereafter, will provide the Lawrence Public Library with significant additional resources for the enhancement of its reading programs. Bruce noted that he will be submitting a membership application soon.
Library Promotion: Leadership Lawrence, Douglas County Fair: Bruce has contacted the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce to encourage the Leadership Lawrence curriculum committee to include the Lawrence Public Library in its 2005-2006 class sessions. It appears likely that this can occur. The Library will also sponsor a booth at the upcoming Douglas County Fair as a community outreach and promotional effort.
Library Board Bylaws Revision: Bruce presented a revised Bylaws draft that incorporates: (1) a new section on political activities, and (2) revisions of the section regarding the order of business at library board meetings. Jeff moved that the Bylaws be revised as presented. Mary seconded the motion, which passed by voice vote.
The meeting adjourned at 5:25pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Bruce Flanders
Approved _________________________________________________
Date
Secretary _________________________________________________
Jill Fincher
Chair _____________________________________________________
Terry Leibold
Director ___________________________________________________
Bruce Flanders