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MINUTES
LIBRARY BOARD OF THE
CORPUS CHRISTI PUBLIC LIBRARIES
April 13, 2004
MEMBERS PRESENT: Treva Bedwell, Charles Burnes, Dr. Thomas Cron, Yvonne
Kylstra, Mary Ann McGregor, Margaret Moss, Rey Rodriguez, Barbara Silverman, Sue
Stanford, Dr. A.N.M. Waheeduzzaman, and Friends President, Ken Kellar.
STAFF PRESENT: Herb Canales, Director of Libraries;Rebecca Jones, acting
secretary.
Minutes from the March 9,2004 meeting were approved.
BUILDING COMMITTEE:
1. Ms. Kylstra presented a report from the April 5th Building Committee meeting. The
purpose of the meeting was to estimate the cost of furnishings for the expansion of
the Children's Area. Madeline Yochem of Yochem Business Interiors was unable to
attend the meeting, so a new meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2004 at 2:00 p.m.
2. Architect Bibi Dykema met with Laura Garcia and Patricia Herrera to discuss
shelving. It was recommended that the bookshelves be limited to a height of 54
inches, making them more child accessible.
3. Ms. Kylstra mentioned that Bibi is working with a lighting consultant. Ken Kellar
stated that architectural lighting can be expensive and suggested functional
lighting as a reasonable alternative.
4. A discussion was held concerning the need to purchase quality children's furnishings.
Yochem Business Interiors was recommended as a good source for such furnishings.
5. Construction on the Mary and Jeff Bell Children's Library will begin by August 14.
Mr. Canales reminded the board that funding for moving everything out of the
children's area will not be available until that date,the beginning of the fiscal year. It
is expected that a 10%contingency fee will not be used for construction, thus freeing
the money for the purchase of books.
FRIENDS REPORT:
1. Ken Kellar announced that the Charity League will present their check to the Friends
of the Corpus Christi Public Libraries at their board meeting on April 27th,
2. Mr. Kellar reminded the board members about the dedication of the Noel McArdle
Gallery at the Janet F. Harte Public Library on April 25, 2004.
3. Board members were encouraged to attend the 4a Annual Children's Book Festival
book signing event to be held at the Parkdale Branch Library on April 15, 2004, at
8:30 p.m.
4. Mr. Kellar announced that the Friends of the Corpus Christi Public Libraries
newsletter will be mailed this week.
5. Work continues on the Inez Sterling Adams South Texas Historical Gallery. The
latest acquisition is an 1847 Zachary Taylor Duty Roster(generously underwritten by
Ken and Amanda Kellar). Mr. Kellar reported that Mr. Canales will be donating
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original newspapers of historic note and a letter by Private Ringgold. Long term
goals for the gallery include building historical programs and venues around the
acquisitions.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
I. Mr. Canales announced that the Library is working with the Junior League to develop
a proposal to register 10,000 school children for new library cards. The Junior
League will assist with the registration process and marketing plans to promote the
project. Local businesses will be encouraged to offer discounts for children. Public
service announcements to coincide with the project were discussed.
2. Mr. Canales reported that the Cotillion Club donated$1,600 for the Mary and Jeff
Bell Children's Library, bringing the total funds for the project to over$280,000.
3. Board members were reminded about the kickoff event of the Corpus Christi Rotary
Club's literacy program. The"No Baby Left Behind"event will be held at the
Greenwood Branch Library on April 14th at 9:30 a.m. The goal of the project is to
reach 750 families with newborns by 2005 (the Rotary Club's Centenary year). Major
contributors to this project include Mary Ann and John McGregor.
5. Mr. Canales reported that the upgrading of LINCC continues with the five local
school districts. The library will be migrating to the new Windows-based program by
the Fall. Savings from the annual maintenance over five years will help finance the
purchase of the new system.
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Mary Ann McGregor urged board members to attend the Noel McArdle Gallery
dedication. She credited managing librarian Mary Jane Fuller's enthusiasm and bard
work as a major reason for the success of the event.
2. Mention was made of the need for improvements at the Parkdale Branch Library
(mechanics, ceiling repair, carpet, etc.). This is a high volume branch, and restoration
is a top priority.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Ms. Margaret Moss reported that the Nominating Committee met and announced that
the existing officers (Yvonne Kylstra, Chair, Treva Bedwell, Vice Chair) have agreed
to serve one more term. Ms. Moss moved to accept the slate as presented. Dr. Cron
seconded the motion. The motion was passed.
The meeting adjourned at 2:00 p.m.
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