Robert W. Rowe Public Library District
Regular Board Meeting Held At: Robert W. Rowe Library
January 8, 2009
Minutes
Call to Order: President Brenda Brown, called the meeting to order at 7:15pm. Trustees present: Jamie Walker, Kathy Mufich, Mike Walker, John Maurer, Donna Klein-Acosta. Trustees absent: Karen Koubek. Guests present: Debby Smith.
Open Forum: None.
Minutes from previous meeting: December 11, 2008 Regular Board Meeting Minutes were motioned for acceptance by John and seconded by Kathy, motion carried.
Financial Report: November 30, 2008 financial report was motioned for acceptance by Mike and seconded by John, motion carried. December 31, 2008 financial report was motioned for acceptance by Kathy and seconded by Donna, motion carried.
Committee Reports: Foyer was very lovely for Christmas decorated by Kathy. The new tree and burgundy throws added to the beauty. Brenda found stackable chairs for the community room. Five will be ordered with arms and five without arms. The Library Brochure Committee met and is making good progress. The web site committee did not meet this month but worked on doing updates to prepare for the new format.
Special Orders: The Sheridan development fee is due for review. Donna will submit addresses of the board members to the county clerk by February 1, 2009.
Board Development: Next month there will be an internet presentation for the Board.
Unfinished Business: Work is nearing completion on the new computer area. It is very open and useful. Staff and patrons are pleased. The 15th (Crystal) Anniversary Open House is planned for May 2, 2009. The new computer area will be featured. Filing period is January 19-26, 2009 for April 7, 2009 election circulating petitions. This affects Brenda, Donna and Mike. The outdoor sign placement was discussed and the permit has been applied for.
New Business: Debby reported an update on the new electronic catalog system, Aqua Browser. Brenda shared thank yous received from library staff.
Visionary Short/Long Term Plan: None.
Library Director's Report: The Friends is interested in funding and landscaping an outside reading area. A plan will be developed. Letters have been sent to area businesses with questionnaires to update the Business Directory.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn at 8:05 pm was made by Jamie, seconded by Mike, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Donna Klein-Acosta, Secretary