Minutes of the Meeting
of the
Johnsburg Public Library
Board of Trustees
Trustees present:
Douglas Liston, Elsie Munson, Mary Jo Farrell,
Business meeting was preceded by a presentation by Mr. Larry Taylor regarding his design of a lighted sign to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the forming of the library district. Maria will check with the village regarding signage restrictions and also with the attorney regarding adding Mr. Taylor for indemnity coverage. The Board will vote on whether to proceed at the April meeting.
Pres. Munson called the meeting to order at
Motion to accept the minutes of the Feb. meeting was made by Liston and seconded by Farrell. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion made by Liston and seconded by Kucik to approve the payment of March bills in the amount of $45,525.46. Motion carried. Ayes: Hughes, Liston, Farrell, Munson, Kucik. Absent: Brefeld, Robel.
Treasurer’s Report: Financial report given by Liston. He stated that we are on track for this point in the fiscal year.
Committee Reports: none
Correspondence:
Board reviewed report from “Half.com” showing a profit of $1,378.66 for 227 items sold from 8/16/06 to 2/28/07.
Board reviewed report of impact fees collected in the amount of $29,121.48 for the period from 11/1/06 to 1/31/07.
Unfinished business: none.
New Business:
Board reviewed the evaluations forms for programs offered during Feb.
Maria stated that the digital camera class sponsored by the library was starting this evening. The second class was canceled due to lack of interest.
Board reviewed director’s decision to release an employee.
The board will be helping staff the library’s booth at the Johnsburg Expo 3/17/07. Kathy K. 11-12, Kathy H. 12-1, and Mary Jo F. 1-2. Maria described the “giveaway” of fortune cookies with fortunes that must be redeemed at the library.
Maria stated that the April board meeting will begin at 6:30pm to allow for reviewing staff evaluations.
Board discussed the proposal to have an Eagle Scout candidate build shelving for the staff kitchen. Motion to approve was made by Liston and seconded by Hughes to allow him to proceed. Motion carried unanimously.
Board discussed the proposed purchase of color photocopier. Maria stated that the price of color copies should remain at $1.00 each. Doug expressed concern about the cost of toner which was not included in the proposal. Doug also asked about networking and Maria stated that the copier would be networked on the staff network. Doug suggested extending service and supply agreement beyond one year period. He asked to see if language could be added to assure that increases not exceed the established cost of living hike. Maria will asked Stan’s Office Equipment to do this, and also to add the model # information to assure that the vending component is capable of making change from dollar bills. Doug also stated that the agreement should state that the vending component is part of the service agreement. Motion made by Liston and seconded by Farrell to approve this purchase if all of these stipulations are made to Maria’s satisfaction. Motion carried. Ayes: Liston, Farrell. Hughes, Kucik, Munson. Absent: Brefeld, Robel.
Director’s Report: Board reviewed the director’s report, including FY2008 grant offerings. Board members remarked on the attractive new book display. Doug expressed a desire to have a display focusing on the library staff members.
Public Input: none
Board Input: none
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn made by Liston, seconded by Farrell. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:14 pm.
Respectfully submitted.
Kathleen Kucik, Trustee
For Evelyn Brefeld, Secretary