09-26-2016 LIBMUNAPPROVED MINUTES
Library Board Meeting Minutes
Monday, September 26, 2016
Present: Steve Bailey, Mary Christensen, Dianne Wanzek, Gerry Grinde, Julie Lofdahl, and
Katy Hiltner, Ex -Officio
Excused: Jack Sandberg
Dianne Wanzek called the meeting to order. The minutes from the August 22, 2016 meeting
were reviewed. Motion to approve the minutes made by Mary Christensen and seconded by
Steve Bailey. Minutes approved as written.
Old Business:
Summer Reading Report- Sherry Lund
Sherry Lund reported that the program was only nine weeks this year because of school starting
early. There were 503 children in the program compared to 488 last year. A total of 245
children finished the program. This is on target for the nine weeks compared to last year.
There were 95 participants in the teen program. Kids had fun even with a shortened program.
Thank you to the community for the funds to purchase prizes!
Rain played a big part in the attendance for Stories in the Park this year, and attendance was
lower than the previous year. Of the 10 Stories in the Park, five were moved to a rain location.
We still had great programs and the kids had a fun time. Rain locations were Maplewood
Academy, the fairgrounds, and the library. It does get noisy in the library, but it is only % hour
to 45 minutes and other patrons did not complain.
New Hire
Pending PLS Board approval Rachel Randall (LA 1) will be hired. It was a hard choice as Katy
interviewed many qualified applicants. Rachel is from Hutchinson and is taking online classes
through Ridgewater for an Early Childhood major. She will be working Mondays, Tuesdays &
Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m. She is a natural to the library.
Legacy Program: One Another
During the Arts and Craft Festival, Mike Hoyt drew portraits in Chinese ink for no cost. Many
people sat in the risers to watch. He was very good. Katy will look for another program for the
community. Julie had her portrait done and will bring to the next meeting for board members
to see Mike's talent.
Annual Used Books Sale
Friends of the Library raised $1,857.85 during the book sale. They also received a $250 Thrivent
grant. Children's audio book kits will be purchased with the grant funds. Leftover books were
taken by St. John Lutheran Church to recycle to receive money for mission trips. The
community's generosity is amazing for this event.
Library Parking
The Library does not have designated parking spots as the road is public parking. Some
complaints have been raised.
New Business:
Library Board Terms and Appointments
Steve Bailey and Julie Lofdahl's board terms are up for renewal. Both have said they will stay
on, and their reappointments will be on the agenda for the City Council meeting tomorrow.
With the death of Jon Ross, we have to appoint a new President of the Board. Steve
recommended that Dianne Wanzek move up from Vice President to President. Dianne
accepted the nomination. Motion to approve Dianne Wanzek as President made by Steve
Bailey and seconded by Mary Christensen. Motion approved.
Gerry Grinde nominated Steve Bailey for Vice President, and Steve accepted the nomination.
Motion to appoint Steve Bailey as Vice President made by Gerry Grinde and seconded by Mary
Christensen. Motion approved.
Julie Lofdahl will remain Secretary.
The Library Board will need another board member. Suggestions are Kristine Lueze and
Theresa Quinn.
Mary Christensen, Chad Czmowski, and another council member will be going to the upcoming
Pioneerland Board meeting.
Library Memorial for Jon Ross
Dianne purchased a sympathy card for Jon's family from the Board. Board members donated
money to purchase a book in memory of Jon. Katy will purchase book about canoeing,
photography or humor as these are things Jon loved.
Resignation of Young Adult Librarian
Kris Jones was offered a full-time job as Children's Librarian in Waconia. Last week was her final
week in Hutchinson. She will come back Tuesday, Oct. 111h for an evening teen program. Katy
is looking at how to restructure to see if this position can be replaced.
Kris had the momentum building in the teen program. Nine teens submitted bookmark
designs, and 75 people voted for a winner. Mariah Ralston, an LA II, will do an art journaling
program for teens as part of Teen Read Week Oct. 9th -15th.
Other
Katy will be making a report to the City of Hutchinson tomorrow night. Katy and Jackie will be
reporting to McLeod County on November 151. PLS is requesting a 2% increase.
Steve Bailey wanted to let everyone know that Scott Johnson passed away. Scott was a police
officer in Hutchinson years ago and was injured on the job.
Motion to adjourn by Steve Bailey, seconded by Gerry Grinde. Meeting adjourned at 5:28 pm
Minutes submitted by Julie Lofdahl, Secretary
Next meeting: October 24, 2016 at 4:30 p.m.
August 2016 Donations
QuiltMaker Magazine subscription (one year) — Celia Smykalski $21.97
Memorial for Jon Ross $25.00
Total $46.97