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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Library Board - 01/07/2014 Library Board Meeting Minutes January 7,2014 Members Present: John Keys, Rachel Buck, Sue Donahoe, Margareta Fratila, Natalie Rogen, Brian Solarek, and Julia Stafford; members absent: Dr. Stuart Elovitz. Staff Present: Laura Garcia, Library Director; Norma Gonzalez, Public Service Manager, and Alex Hatley, Library Technology Manager Call to Order Mr. John Keys called the meeting to order at 10:35 a.m. Approval of Minutes Motion for approval of the December 3, 2013 minutes was made by Natalie Rogen and seconded by Rachel Buck, with the following changes: Roberta Sewell was absent; Ms. Buck stated a cellular plan would be required if Friends use an IPad or tablet at venues where Wi-Fi is not available. Motion passed unanimously. Friends of Library Natalie Rogen reported that the Friends elected officers in the December's meeting. She stated that the Abraham Lincoln and Mark Twain program was wonderful. Director's Report Laura Garcia stated that staff is evaluating Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). Installation for this technology will cost approximately $300,000. Due to the expense, the library is considering installing RFID in phases. John Keys stated that purchasing in phases might be risky because of the possibility of an economy decline. Laura invited board members to attend the RFID presentation scheduled for Monday, 1/20, @ 2 p.m. Mr. Hatley stated that the RFID increases efficiency and inventory processes are much quicker. Rachel Buck stated that RFID seems to be very important to the library and staff should move forward with this technology because without it there is a possibility that the library might become obsolete. Brian Solarek inquired if there was is a possibility to partner with someone else to cut cost down. Laura stated that this technology would be specific to the Library. The library has two joint facilities with school districts. Meetings will be scheduled with school administrators to discuss RFID. John Keys stated that the RFID Project will remain for next month's agenda. Laura reported that the selection process for the Managing Librarian position at Harte Library has begun and selection should be finalized next week. Roberta Sewell reported that the committee is still working on library bylaws and articles and requested for the item to remain on next month's agenda. Mr. Keys appointed Julia Stafford, Margareta Fratila, Sue Donahoe and Rachel Buck to the library marketing committee. The committee will work on the best way to market and inform the community of current library services and programs. Rachel Buck stated that she can assist with the Friends of CCPL Facebook Page, if she is given access. Margareta stated that if staff gives her flyers and any program information she is able to advertise on her programs. Motion to appoint John Keys as Library Board Chair and Julia Stafford as Library Board Vice-Chair was made by Natalie Rogen and second by Roberta Sewell. Motion passed unanimously. New Business Laura reported that meeting notifications will only be emailed starting next month. Public Comment None Meeting adjourned at 11.23 a.m.