06-23-2008 LIBMHutchinson Public Library Board Minutes
Monday, June 23, 2008. 4:30 pm
Members present: Guy Stone, Janet Vacek, Ann Vance, John Paulsen, Abby Dahlquist, Yvonne
Johnson, and Mary Henke, Ex-Officio
Members Absent: Kay Peterson and John Paulson
The meeting was called to order by Guy Stone. Motion was made by Abby to approve minutes and
seconded by Yvonne. Motion passed. (The PLS summary notes will be distributed today.)
Jack Sandberg reported on the Pioneerland Library System board meeting of June 19 and presented
summary notes from PLS concerning the PLS 2009 budget and state funding, purchase of PLS officers
and staff insurance, patron registration policy issues and loan periods, fines, and fees, volunteer policy,
unattended children policy, change in bylaws (via remote access) and revision to joint powers
agreement.
Old Business:
1, Mary distributed letters of interest from Roger Vacek and Emily Welles in serving on the library
board to replace Ann Vance. Either individual is an excellent candidate to fill the position.
After discussion, Janet moved to recommend Roger Vacek to the City Council to fill the
vacancy on the Library Board, seconded by Ann.
2 Mary distributed notes conceming library services to seniors from an informational meeting held
on June 2, 2008. As noted, the challenges include: Transportation, social isolations,
magnification needed for reading. Suggestions might include programming (make it a big
deal and always include food): book club, speakers, "armchair travels ", internet knowledge
(using email), reminiscing (kits are available), legacy and memory writing, trivia software,
seasonal programming and intergenerational projects. Kathy and Joyce suggested United
Way as a possible funding source. Mary suggested we try seasonal programming. Abby
thought there might be local community members who might like to share their travel
experiences. Mary will come up with some ideas for the next meeting concerning
programming and transportation.
3 Mary plans to put 20-30 donated books in the surgery waiting area at the Hutchinson Area
Heath Care (hospital): short stories, short books, condensed books. Quick reads that take 1 -2
hours.
4 The police are still investigating the theft of DVDs from the library. Very likely the DVD's will not
be recovered.
New Business:
1. The summer reading program is "Look What's Cookin' at Your Library" based on the book, A
Birthday Cake is No Ordinary Cake by Debra Frasier (a Minnesota author). Sherry reported 415
children have signed up at this time. Children can continue to sign up until July 5. Last year's
total was 688. The program is intended for ages 2 -14. The students sign a contract to meet
their goal.for the week. All "award" items are related to the theme of the book. Stories in the
Park are scheduled for Thursdays throughout the summer.
2. Other. McLeod County administrative assistant called Mary to set up appointment for a
presentation to the County Commissioners on July 8, 2008 at 10:30 pm.
3. Ann suggested that the fall community forum discussion should begin in August.
Janet moved the meeting be adjourned with Ann seconding the motion. Meeting adjourned at 5:40
pm.
Respectfully submitted, Yvonne Johnson, Co- Secretary
Next meeting: Monday, July 28 at 4:30 pm
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