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MINUTES
LIBRARY BOARD OF THE
CORPUS CHRISTI PUBLIC LIBRARIES
September 14,2004
MEMBERS PRESENT: Yvonne Kylstra,Treva Bedwell, Margaret Moss, Rey
Rodriguez, Charles Burnes,Barbara Silverman, and Friends President, Ken Kellar
STAFF PRESENT: Herb Canales,Library Director and Lea Zapata,Management
Assistant
Meeting was called to order by Yvonne Kylstra at 1:17 p.m.
Minutes from the July 13, 2004,meeting were approved.
BUILDING COMMITTEE:
1. Ms. Kylstra presented an update of the progress on the Mary&Jeff Bell
Children's Library. The project is currently ahead of schedule. The move of the
children's department to the back of the library was flawless.
2. The signage for recognition of donations was discussed to decide who will be
acknowledged. The committee is hoping to have a less formal recognition. The
idea of the sign/plaque keeping in theme with the children's library was
discussed.
3. The next meeting will be held on September 29,2004,to order furniture.
FRIENDS REPORT:
1. Mr. Kellar reported that the Friends are planning on appointing a committee to
plan the dedication ceremony for the Mary&Jeff Bell Children's Library. The
possibility of having separate events for the adults and children was discussed.
2. On CC Reads,Mr. Johnston came and read at the Janet F.Harte, Parkdale, and
Central Libraries. In November,he plans to return to speak at Texas A&M-
Corpus Christi.
3. Future plans for CC Reads include a writing and photo contest that will culminate
in March or April,and the selection of a new book which is more far-reaching
with a broader appeal.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
1. The art opening for Luring: Coastal Inspirations by artist Debbie Stevens at the
Noel McArdle Gallery on Sunday, September 12,2004,was a success. Over 50
people attended the reception.
2. The Library will be shifting to the new computer system on October 14.
3. The Northwest Public Library's roof has been replaced,and no leaks have been
detected.
SCANNED
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Mr.Burnes was approached by Mr. Jesse Olivarez with the offer of donating the
use of one of the Coca-Cola vans as a kind of bookmobile. A committee will be
formed for this project consisting of Mr. Bumes,Mr. Olivarez, Laura Garcia,
Patricia Herrera,and Dorothea Castanon.
OTHER BOARD ACTION:
1. Ms. Silverman made a motion to excuse Dr. Cron and Dr. Waheeduzzaman's
absences based on illness. Ms. Moss seconded the motion and all approved.
The meeting adjourned at 2:10 p.m.