HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 2011 1213 LB REG MINUTES OF THE LIBRARY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Moorpark, California December 13, 2011
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Chair Fenerin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL:
Present: Board Members Cindy Housel, Abigail Sichmeller, Steven
Wolfson, and President Michael Fenerin. Board Member Karen
Wrolson was absent.
Staff Present: Senior Management Analyst John Brand, City Librarian Heather
Cousin, and Administrative Assistant Patty Anderson.
4. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS:
None.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None.
6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA:
None.
7. ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS AND REPORTS ON
MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY BOARD MEMBERS:
As a future agenda item, President Fenerin requested an update on the status of
the plans for the new Library.
As future agenda items, Board Member Wolfson requested a report on the
proposed top three priorities list for the Board, status of the development of the
library's digital audio collection, and a proposed mission statement.
As a future agenda item, Board Member Housel would like to discuss the
involvement of First 5 and City schools with the planning of future Library
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December 13, 2011, Meeting
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At this time, John Brand discussed with the Board the Library statistics for FY
2011/12 for the annual report that is due March 15, 2012.
Heather Cousin announced that she had attended the Library Association
Conference in September, and that the Moorpark City Library received grant for a
literacy program on the U.S. Constitution and will be working with the Reagan
Presidential Library on it.
8. PRESENTATIONS/ACTION/DISCUSSION:
A. Overview of Collection Development Policies and Procedures. Staff
recommendation: After discussion, receive and file report.
Heather Cousin gave an overview of staff's report and the current
procedures for the collection of Library material.
The Board and staff discussed how the City prioritizes the list of materials
to be purchased, as well as donations from the public.
The Board reached a consensus to receive and file the report.
B. 100th Anniversary Ad Hoc Committee. (Oral Report) Staff
recommendation: Receive and file report.
Heather Cousin gave an oral report on the Ad Hoc Committee meetings.
She stated that the theme for the anniversary next year is "Dream Big"
and she shared some of the proposed programs and events currently
being planned throughout the year, including a reception at the library on
Saturday, January 28.
President Fenerin stated that next year's anniversary will be the ideal time
to promote fundraising events for the new Library.
The Board and staff discussed the proposed plan to create a level system
to acknowledge donors and the dollar amount given. Publicity for the
events was also discussed.
C. Moorpark Friends of the Library Update. (Oral Report) Staff
recommendation: Receive and file report.
President Fenerin gave an oral report on the current activities of the
Friends of the Library and announced that they will only be meeting
quarterly instead of monthly. The newsletter also will be sent quarterly
now.
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December 13, 2011, Meeting
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Board Member Sichmeller offered to post notices at Moorpark College to
promote membership for Friends.
D. Library Activities, Programs and Calendar. Staff recommendation:
Receive and file report.
John Brand reviewed the Library calendar and teen flyer with the Board.
The Board reached a consensus to receive and file report.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Approval of Minutes for Library Board's Regular Meeting of September 13,
2011. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented.
MOTION: President Fenerin rrived and Board Member Wolfson seconded to
approve the Minutes as presented. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
10. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
APPROVED:
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Michael Fenerin, President
Respectfully submitted:
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Patty Anderson, Administrative Assistart