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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - Library Advisory Board - Meeting Date: 3/19/2009 GLENDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING Minutes Thursday, March 19, 2009 7:00 P.M. Main Library 5959 W. Brown St. Glendale, AZ 85302 Members Present: Others Present: JoAnn Lee, Chairperson Sue Komernicky, Library Director Sandi Burr Lenore Tancke, Library Staff Camille Donley John Geurs Brianna Shuttleworth Kenneth Wixon Member Excused: Robert Villalobos Members Absent: Brian Bates Cherie Hudson CALL TO ORDER Ms. Lee, Chairperson, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Geurs moved that the minutes of the meeting held February 19, 2009 be approved as written. The motion, seconded by Ms. Donley, passed unanimously. RULES OF CONDUCT Library staff recently completed a review of the "Rules of Conduct"policy, last done in 2004. Periodically,the policy is revised based on the library's specific conditions as well as consideration of other libraries' policies. Staff had asked to add a clause prohibiting the increasingly popular wheeled footwear being worn by children, due to its hazardous nature, not only for the child wearing them, but for other library patrons as well. At the meeting held February 19, 2009, Ms. Donley had suggested that the issue of offensive clothing be addressed. In addition, Ms. Lee suggested changing the phrase "use of a public library"to read"legitimate use of a public library." The suggested revisions were forwarded to the City Attorney for review and opinion. The City Attorney's office endorsed the policies as revised, with one exception. There will be no reference to offensive clothing, as it is a freedom of expression issue. Ms. Donley moved to endorse the Rules of Conduct as revised. The motion, seconded by Mr. Wixon,passed unanimously. BRAINSTORMING OF IDEAS During economic downturns,people turn to libraries for their reading and viewing needs, reference needs such as job searching, resume writing and internet access and for entertainment and programming. Library Advisory Board members were given an opportunity to brainstorm ideas for our libraries in these economically difficult and challenging times. The following were mentioned: Apply for grants to arts organizations and clubs Matching grants Naming rights for book donations Book wish list posted Additional publicity for book sales Book plates Promotional items for sale Promotional envelopes in city water bills or distributed at Adult Center Return to core values (books, staff, computers) Reorganization Increased use of volunteers,particularly teens Advertize in local news media outlets and newsletters Online payment of outstanding fines and fees Sponsorship of programs Charge for special programs and events (birthday parties, weddings, receptions) LIBRARY DIRECTOR UPDATE Ms. Komernicky provided updates on the following: • Awards--"Employee of the Month"Award—Due to time constraints, no "Employee of the Month" was chosen for the month of March. Ms. Komernicky presented a plaque to Mr. Geurs, in recognition of his service to the Library Advisory Board, and commented that she is grateful for his dedication and contributions to the library. • Budget Update—City Council will be considering the City Manager's recommended balanced budget at a series of upcoming council workshop sessions. • National Library Week—National Library Week will be celebrated from April 12-18, with a variety of programs and events at each of the three libraries. April 16th is recognized as Teen Literacy Day. • Strategic Plan Process—The Strategic Plan Process has been placed on hold pending a reorganization of library staff and functions, due to the retirements of several staff members. • Glendale Elementary School District—A evaluation by library staff indicates that a majority of students in the Glendale Elementary School District currently hold library cards as a result of the "First Grade Reading Program." • Mega Book Sale—This year's Mega Book Sale at the Main Library earned $5,766.80. Many thanks to all who gave of their time to help its success. • Culture Pass Program—The Culture Pass program will begin March 30th, allowing patrons the opportunity to check out passes at a variety of local museums for free admission for four people. Venues include the Phoenix Art Museum, the Phoenix Zoo, the Bead Museum,the Arizona Science Center and the Heard Museum, among others. • Other Updates—The eighth annual ONEBOOKAZ program will begin in April. The program is an opportunity for people all over Arizona to read and discuss the same book. This year's session features two books by Arizona authors, both originally from Nogales. Alberto Rios' Capirotada: A Nogales Memoir is the adult selection and Roni Capin Rivera-Ashford's Hip Hip Hooray, It's Monsoon Day! is the children's selection. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Ms. Burr would like to see a"Friends of the Library" group revived. Mr. Geurs has chosen not to seek reappointment to the Library Advisory Board for a second term. Due to the loss of federal grant funding, Mr. Geurs will be dedicating more of his time in efforts to improve his neighborhood. He extended his compliments to city staff, noting their passion, commitment and accessability. Mr. Geurs encouraged his fellow board members to become even more involved. Ms. Lee extended her thanks to Mr. Geurs for his outstanding contributions to the board. Ms. Lee also expressed her hope that all members of the board were able to visit the "Digital Library,"which recently paid a visit to the Main Library. COMMENTS There were no members of the public present at the meeting. ADJOURNMENT Ms. Donley moved that the meeting be adjourned. The motion, seconded by Mr. Wixon, passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by Ms. Lee at 8:22 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, ofre--p_4N-c_ L162„, Lenore Tancke