Bloomington Public Library Board met Dec. 19.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
I. Call to Order
President Peterson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
II. Roll Call
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ary Anderson, Laurie Nippe, Ruth Novosad, Patti Salch, Jodi Sherman, Stephanie Walden, Stephen Peterson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Amy Dunham, Jeanne Hamilton, Kathy Jeakins, Colleen Shaw
III. Introductions
There were no introductions.
IV. Public Comment
There was no public comment.
V. President’s Report
President Peterson discussed the possibility of a combined District Library instead of separate Bloomington and Normal Libraries. General discussion was held.
VI. Approval of Minutes
A. November 14, 2018
ARY ANDERSON MOVED, STEPHEN PETERSON SECONDED, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES, AS AMENDED, FROM THE NOVEMBER 14, 2018 MEETING. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
VII. Staff Reports
A. Director’s Report
A. Director’s Report
Director Hamilton reported that the next Program Guide is available online. Printed guides will be ready soon. Golden Prairie Public Library District is sponsoring three programs: February 2nd – Chris Fascione: Juggling Funny Stories; March 2nd – Read Across America Celebration: Clothespin Puppets; March 25th – Music and Magic. The GPPLD is also a partial sponsor to our Bloomington Reads Series. This year we will have Author Nafissa Thompson-Spires. She is a Professor at the University of Illinois and wrote “Heads of the Colored People”. She will be here on April 9th from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Director Hamilton passed around the Illinois Library Association magazine in which the BPL was mentioned for the non-traditional services we offer. Director Hamilton shared information from ILA about legislative meet-ups in different areas of the state. This event provides an opportunity to discuss legislative issues and meet legislators. The next one is in Uptown Normal at the Marriott on February 4th. If you are interested, just sign your name and she will contact you to confirm before she actually registers for the event. Cost is between $20 - $30. Director Hamilton shared that the Audio/Visual remodel is complete, and we are pleased with the way it looks. A couple of follow-up questions from the Director’s report were asked and answered by Director Hamilton.
B. Outreach Report
Colleen Shaw, Circulation and Outreach Department Manager, reported that her department has finished the Unit 5 student card project. The IT and Circulation departments worked together to mail out 1500 student cards. We have a new Bookmobile driver, Caitlin Clyne. She has passed her CDL permit test and is already driving with assistance. The Bookmobile will be off road starting Friday, December 21 through January 1, 2019. This is a standard time off and has been advertised in advance. The Bookmobile will be receiving some scheduled maintenance and cleaning.
C. Financial Report
Kathy Jeakins , Business Manager, reported that we received the final Property Tax Distribution in November. Golden Prairie is at 44% for that item at this time. Golden Prairie will receive the next installment in June 2019. We also received the Per Capita Grant in the amount we were expecting.
VIII. Unfinished Business
A. Election Filing Update
Ruth Novosad, GPPLD Board Secretary, submitted the paperwork from four Board members on December 10th at the County Clerk’s office. Ruth learned that she is the Election Official for the District. If someone off the street decided to run, they would present their paperwork to Ruth for submission to the County Clerk’s Office. The deadline is December 17th. Ruth had to pick the order of how the candidates will listed on the ballot. Here is the final outcome: (Vote for Two) 6-year Term: Stephen Peterson and Laurie Nippe. (Vote for One) 4-year Term: Ary Anderson. (Vote for One) 2-year Term: Stephanie Walden. Everything has been done. Discussion was held on where to keep the original files. The decision was made to maintain those records in the Administration Offices.
IX. New Business
. Maturing CD – Interest Rate Report Out
One of the Golden Prairie’s CDs will mature on February 6, 2019. President Peterson recommends a simple rollover if a good rate is offered. President Peterson will research options and present them for a decision at the January 2019 meeting. Of note, Golden Prairie also holds a second CD with a maturity date of February 6, 2020.
B. Acceptance of FY18 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
RUTH NOVOSAD MOVED, PATTI SALCH SECONDED, TO ACCEPT THE FY18 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT.
YAYS: ARY ANDERSON, LAURIE NIPPE, RUTH NOVOSAD, PATTI SALCH, JODI SHERMAN, STEPHANIE WALDEN, STEPHEN PETERSON
NAYS: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
X. Comments from Board Trustees
Jodi Sherman will be absent at the January 16th meeting.
XI. Reminder: Next Board Meeting is January 16, 2019
XII. Adjournment
JODI SHERMAN MOVED, LAURIE NIPPE SECONDED, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
President Peterson adjourned the meeting at 5:53 p.m.
http://www.bloomingtonlibrary.org/Assets/files/gppld_board/minutes/2018/2018.12GPPLDminutes.pdf
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