09-27-2004 LIBMMinutes
Hutchinson Library Board Minutes
Sept. 27 2004
Members Present: John Hassinger, Connie Lambert, Kay Johnson, Newt
Potter, and Mary Henke(Librarian)
Members Absent: Julie Jensen, Larry Ladd
The meeting was called to order by Connie Lambert, President. Minutes
from the last meeting were reviewed and approved.
Reports:
1. Pioneerland Library System board meeting, Mary Henke reporting for
Jack Sandberg. There. was a report on grant related accomplishments of the
past year. Labor /management - A clerical error led to the overpayment of
employees and created some hard feelings_ Pioneerland might agree to help
employees by setting up a medical savings account.
John Houlihan is visiting libraries to help with fiscal matters. There is
continued discussion of the future of regional library systems.
Old Business:
1. Portraits of Librarians. Action tabled until next month.
2. Community Forums. The committee is continuing to collect information.
Most likely will do something in 2005 about the Hutchinson family. The
format of the forums is leaning more towards- education rather than
entertainment.
3. Budget for 2005. The city has not asked the Library to make cuts.
4. Building restoration. Reviewed the things that have been done. Some
reshingling is taking place on part of the roof. The entry light is still a
concern and is being looked at.
New Business:
1. Children's Librarian Sherry Lund reported on the summer reading
program. The theme was "Track it Down'. Three hundred fifty two children
registered for the program and this was 30 more than last year. Local
business gave very good support. Sherry is gearing up for fall programs. The
Library would like to encourage increased use by Spanish families.
2. Reappointment of Jack Sandberg to Pioneerland Library board. The
appointment is made by the City Council. - On a motion by John Hassinger
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and seconded by Kay Johnson the board recommends the approval of John
Sandberg.
Next meeting: Oct.25, 2004
Meeting adjourned at 5:09
Newt Potter; Secretary
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