HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 2012 0110 LB REG MINUTES OF THE LIBRARY BOARD REGULAR MEETING
Moorpark, California January 10, 2012
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:08 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
President Fenerin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL:
Present: Board Members Cindy Housel, Abigail Sichmeller, Steven
Wolfson, and President Michael Fenerin.
Staff Present: Senior Management Analyst John Brand, City Librarian Heather
Cousin, and Administrative Assistant Patty Anderson. Assistant
City Manager Hugh Riley arrived at 7:00 p.m.
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:
Heather Cousin announced upcoming, as well as current, programs, classes,
and events at the Library.
John Brand announced the vacancy on the Library Board and that the closing
date for applications is January 20, 2012.
Mr. Brand also announced the upcoming 2012 CALTAC workshops in Library
Leadership being held in February and March.
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Mr. Brand also announced the current play production of Hairspray at the High
Street Arts Center.
President Fenerin commended Heather Cousin on the outstanding job she has
done with the presentation of Library calendars and flyers.
President Fenerin announced the Friends of the Library upcoming book sale,
being held from February 4 through February 15. He stated that on Friday night,
February 3, the Library will be offering a special "sneak peek" for teachers to
review the available material.
John Brand stated that as a future agenda item, he would be presenting a report
from the Census Bureau on the demographic profile of the City of Moorpark for
the Board's review.
John Brand also stated that a future agenda item would be the Moorpark City
Library's annual report for the Board to review. President Fenerin suggested that
perhaps the report could include information for the year ahead. Mr. Brand
encouraged the Board to email him with their input, and it would then be
determined if this information is appropriate for the report. Mr. Brand requested
all input be received no later than February 10.
As future agenda items, Board Member Wolfson stated that firming up the Library
Board's vision statement should be one, and then working on the top three
priorities could follow.
President Fenerin reported that Friends of the Library has received great support
in fundraising efforts.
Board Member Housel stated that First 5 and the Rotary Club plan on
participating in the 100th Anniversary Mix and Mingle event on January 28.
8. PRESENTATIONS/ACTION/DISCUSSION:
A. Consider Sample Library Vision Statements. Staff Recommendation:
Provide direction to staff as deemed appropriate.
John Brand gave an overview of staff's report. He also suggested the
Board refer to the City's current Goals and Objectives while forming ideas
for their vision statement.
Board Members and staff discussed what they see as a vision statement.
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President Fenerin and Board Members Wolfson and Housel submitted
ideas for a vision statement in writing. These submittals will be drafted into
an agenda report to be presented to the Board at their next meeting.
The Board agreed to forward any additional ideas to staff by email, with
updates to be shared with the Board prior to the next meeting as
appropriate. Staff will bring this item back to the next meeting to
discuss/finalize a vision statement and proposed goals and objectives for
recommendation to City Council for approval.
B. Consider Development of Digital Audio Books to the Library's Collection.
(Oral Report) Staff Recommendation: Hear Oral Report.
Heather Cousin gave an oral report.
Board Members and staff discussed the different aspects of acquiring and
maintaining digital books and material. They discussed cost constraints,
as well as other details that need to be considered, such as the aspects of
ownership, licensing, and availability.
The Board offered to help promote the current online programs the Library
is offering, which are tutoring and career guidance programs.
C. Consider Library Interaction with First 5, MUSD, and Other Local Child
Development Agencies. (Oral Report) Staff Recommendation: Hear oral
report.
Heather Cousin gave an oral report and explained the many ways First 5,
MUSD, and The Boys and Girls Club are currently participating in Library
programs.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Approval of Minutes for Library Board's Regular Meeting of December 13,
2011. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented.
MOTION: President Fenerin moved and Board Member Sichmeller seconded to
approve the Minutes as presented. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
10. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m.
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APPROVED:
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Michael Fenerin, President
Respectfully submitted:
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atty Anderson, Administrative Assistant