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Library Board Meeting
September 3,2013
MEMBERS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT:
John Keys Laura Garcia, Interim Director
Lariv Jordan SNTlvia Sanchez, Secretaiv
Dr. Maiv Jane Garza Dorothea Castanon, Managing Librarian
Roberta Sewell
Natalie Rogen
Sue Donahoe
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Paul Altheide
Dr. Stuart Elovitz
Call to Order
Mr. John Keys called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m.
Approval of Minutes
Motion for approval of the minutes of August 6, 2013 was made by Dr. Maiv Jane Garza and second by
Roberta Sewell. Motion passed unanimously.
Friends of Library
Mrs. Rogen reported that Summer Reading Programs (SRC)were veiN-successful. Friends of the Libraiv
board members will be discussing and coming up with other ideas on expanding programs and adding
more partners to the SRC. The Children Book Festival is currently the only other program that as
successful as SRC. Mrs. Garcia stated that staff is looking into scheduling another Mark Twain program
at Neyland Libraiv in December. Mrs. Garcia added that a couple of years back the Mark Twain program
was a great success. Mrs. Rogen stated that Friends of the Libraiv will continue to Nvork with staff to
bring a variety of programs for all ages. Friends received a $5000 grant from an anonymous donor,
through the Coastal Bend Community Foundation. The Friends of the Libraiv Board is looking for
members. The monthly meeting is held the 4"' Tuesday of each month at 12:45 p.m. Mrs. Rogen
reported that a pay pal account or a similar account will be setup.
Director's Report
Mrs. Garcia reported that the Food for Fines Drive has started. Staff will be working with various media
outlets to make sure the public is aware of the drive. Several posters will be delivered to city
departments, county, and local vendors. Mrs. Garcia distributed flyers of current programs that are being
held at the libraries.
The amendment to the Community Development Block Grant that specifies the improvement for the
public elevator and entrance ramp at La Retama Central Libraiv is scheduled for Council approval
(second reading) in mid September.
Libraiv staff will be meeting with the Engineering Department and the Architect to discuss the roof
repairs at La Retama Central Libraiv. Roof repairs were part of the 2012 Bond passed by voters. Repairs
will be done to roofs at La Retama Central and Hopkins Libraiv.
Mrs. Garcia distributed the Libraiv Business Plan that will be discussed in next month's meeting.
Bylaws and Articles will remain on the agenda.
Sue Donahue stated that she would like to assist in programs for the libraiv. Mrs. Donahue added that
during the jazz festival that is held in October and during the Music Walk of Fame some musicians would
be able to facilitate programs at the libraiv. Letty DeLaVega and other presenters are also available for
programming at the libraiv. Mrs. Garcia scheduled a meeting for Dorothea Castanon and Sue Donahue to
meet after board meeting to work on program details.
Dorothea Castanon presented the Magic Planet Computerized Interactive Globe. The following are some
presentations that are done on the globe during programming:
• sphere shape presentation of the solar system;
• explore dynamic digital media of the earth;
• real weather patterns;
• earth's activities such geologic histoiv, ocean currents,the biosphere, and seismic activity.
• clipart images can be displayed on the globe (eye blinking, dinosaur feet, etc).
New Business
Motion was made by Natalie Rogen and seconded by Sue Donahue to excuse Dr. Stewart Elovitz
and Paul Altheide from September's meeting. Motion passed unanimously.
Public Comment
None.
Meeting adjourned at 11:51 a.m.
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