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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Library Board - 09/02/2014 Library Board Meeting Minutes September 2, 2014 Members Present: John Keys,Julia Stafford, Diana Broyles, Rachel Buck, Brian Solarek, Sue Donahoe Members Absent: Natalie Rogen and Dr. Stuart Elovitz Staff Present: Norma Gonzalez, La Retama Central Library Public Service Manager, and Sylvia Sanchez, Secretary Call to Order: John Keys called the meeting to order at 10:32 a.m. Approval of Minutes Motion for approval of the August minutes was made by Sue Donahoe and seconded by Julia Stafford. Motion passed unanimously. Director's Report Mrs. Gonzalez reported that Laura Garcia would not be attending the meeting due to a last minute appointment. She distributed copies of two newspaper articles, one on the awarded library grants and the other on the changes taking place in September: extended operating hours, Food for Fines, online services, kindles for checkout, and other services. The Caller Times will be printing a monthly or bi-monthly column promoting library services. Library event information will also appear in the Viva CC section. Mrs. Gonzalez also distributed a letter from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC)which provides information on resources and training for library support groups such as the Library Board and Friends. The letter provides a website link and the password needed to access resources including webinars. The library will partner with Parks and Recreation to celebrate National Literacy Month. The council will read to children from Head Start on Tuesday, September 23 in the council chambers. The Friends of the Library will provide the giveaway books. Board members are encouraged to attend. Ms. Buck requested that staff inform board members via email or phone on the time of the event. Mr. Keys requested-the Public Comment Inquiry be rescheduled for next month since Laura Garcia was not present. Friends of Library None. New Business Julia Stafford stated that Friends and library staff will keep in contact with staff at Caller Times to make sure they receive information about library services. Mr. Keys inquired whether the column would be monthly, weekly and whether the same article would appear in the Viva CC section. Mrs. Gonzalez stated that she would get clarification and report back to the board. Ms. Buck stated that she would be slightly late, on a regular basis, as she is teaching a class this semester. Mr. Keys stated that it was not necessary for her to resign as there is a ten minute quorum leeway in the by-laws. Ms. Donahoe stated she would like to arrange to have two Flash Fiction programs, one for teens and one for seniors. The teen program would be at Harte and the senior one possibly at Neyland. Ms. Donahoe added that she will facilitate the two programs and library staff could invite the three writing groups in Corpus Christi to assist in future writing programs. A motion was made by Rachel Buck and seconded by Brian Solarek to excuse Natalie Rogen from September's meeting. Motion passed unanimously. Public Comment None Meeting adjourned at 10:58 a.m.