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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Library Board - 10/13/2009 1/ RECEIVED Minutes SEC 2 4 2809 Library Board Meeting October 13, 2009 CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE MEMBERS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Michael Flores Laura Garcia, Public Service Manager Dr. Roel Carrnona Sylvia Sanchez,Recording Secretary Lucy McCracken Larry Jordan Natalie Rogen Dr. Stuart Elovitz MEMBERS ABSENT: James Martin Barbara Head CALL TO ORDER Michael Flores called the meeting to order at 1:16 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion for approval of the minutes of September 9, 2009 was made by Natalie Rogen and seconded by Larry Jordan. Motion passed unanimously. Friends of the Library Mrs. Rogen stated that the Centennial Kick Off event was very successful. Mr. Flores thanked library staff. board members, and La Retama Club for all their work and assistance. Mrs. Rogen reported that their have been sonic Friends Board members that have resigned and the board would like to get nomination of anyone that would like to serve on the board. Mrs. Rogen stated that the following are some of the upcoming centennial events that are scheduled: • Kevin Hayes, author of The Road to Monticello, The Life and Mind of Thomas Jefferson, is scheduled at 3:00 p.m., November 81', at Neyland Library. Amanda and Ken Kellar are sponsoring this event and the reception for Laura Bush. High School students from CCISD and surrounding schools that are studying American History will be encouraged to come. • Patsy Pittman Light. author of Capturing Nature, The Cement Sculpture of Dionicio Rodriguez. is scheduled at 3:00 p.m.. November 22nd at La Retama Central Library. Director's Report Mrs. Garcia reported that Mr. Canales would be meeting with city officials about the Greenwood Project when he returns from his vacation. The attendance on all the centennial events has been very good. There are two events scheduled far this coming weekend; one at Garcia Library (Gothic Literature) and the other at Northwest Library (Mammoth Bones Exhibit). Mrs. Garcia stated that the library is getting media coverage and positive feedback from the community. Mr. Flores stated that he would not be able to attend the Mammoth Bones Exhibit event and inquired if another board member could be present to speak on his behave. Mr. Jordan volunteered and Mrs. Sanchez will notify Lynda Whiston. Northwest Branch Manager. SCANNED Old Business Mr, Flores stated that staff would like to get the ideas from the Board members on how to recmit volunteers or how they could be utilized. Mrs. McCracken stated that the library should try to continue having similar programs like the centennial events. Mrs. McCracken added that the volunteers can assist with facilitating similar programs. Dr. Elovitz stated that he would volunteer to schedule a program with children and/or adults on Behavior Restructuring. A children's program will be approximately one hour and the adult program could possibly be two hours. Laura stated that staff would also like to collect any pictures that community members have of early Corpus Christi. The library does not need original pictures because copies can be made of the families' collection. Dr. Elovitz stated that library staff should contact Tony Din and asked them for their assistance. Board members agreed to further discuss the following in upcoming meetings: • Convey needs of the Library • Use of Volunteers • Publicity • Expand Friends of Library membership • More classes on use of library computers New Business Mrs. Stanford stated that the AAUW Book Sale is scheduled for the 2nd and 3'u week of November. Mrs. Stanford presented some of the books that would be sold and auctioned during the sale. No consideration of excused absences is required. Mr. Flores stated that the following members are eligible for reappointment in December: Dr.Roel Carmona, Lawrence Jordan,James Martin, and Lucy McCracken. Dr. Carmona stated that due to other commitments he would like to withdraw his consideration. Mr.Jordan and Mrs.McCracken would like to be considered for reappointment. Public Comment Nonc. Motion was made for meeting adjournment at 2:04 p.m. Page 2 of 2