04-25-2005 LIBMMinutes
Hutchinson Public Library Board Meeting
April 25, 2005
Members present: John Hassinger, Kay Johnson, Kay Peterson, Julie Jensen,
Newt Potter, Mary Henke, Librarian
Members absent:. Larry Ladd
New members; John Paulson, Janet Vacek
The meeting was called to order by President Connie Lambert. Minutes of
the last meeting were approved.
The meeting began with cake served in honor of the departing board
members: Connie Lambert and Newt Potter.
Reports
1, Pioneer Land banquet was held on April 21 at Willmar Ridgewater
College. Connie Lambert and Newt Potter were given Hall of Fame
awards. A short business meeting was held. Mary Henke was
appointed to Library Structure committee. The program was presented
Jan Walters and inspirational speaker.
Old business
1. A presentation will be made to the County Commissioners on Tuesday,
May 3. Mary will talk about upcoming projects. All county librarians
will attend. Information will be presented about upgrading the Pioneer
Land computer system. The cost is about $300,00. John Hulihan will
discuss needed budget increases.
2. Library portrait project. There have been six librarians in the history of
the library. It is hoped that the pictures will portray the history of the
library.
3. Community forum. Truth in Media evaluation. The evaluations
seemed to be positive. We had a nice turnout of about 50 people.
The event went well. Mary has sent out thank you notes and
planning will begin soon for a fall forum.
New business
1. Election of officers. On a motion by John Hassinger and seconded by
Kay Johnson the following officers were unanimously elected.
President - Julie Jensen
Vice President - John Paulson
Secretary - John Hassinger and Janet Vacek
2. Future agenda items. Sherry . Lund will present information about the
summer reading program. Discussion will be held about establishing
Library Foundation.
Donations:
Joel Sheggeby family - $13.95 for book purchase
Pam's Furniture staff - $160 for Orville Jacobson memorial
Julie Jensen - $4,999.44-value of 337 children's books
Next meeting is May 23, at 4:30
Meeting adjoumed
Submitted,
Newt Potter Secretary
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