02-01-2011 EDGEWATER LIBRARY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 1, 2011
4:00 P.M.
EDGEWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairwoman Fausti called the Regular Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. at
the Edgewater Public Library.
2. ROLL CALL
Members present were Chairwoman Marilyn Fausti, Marie Goodrich,
Laverna McGinnis, Anne McDevitt, Mary Person and Larry Middleton.
Also present were Regional Librarian Melissa Reynolds and Board
Coordinator Lisa Bloomer.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Regular Meeting of October 5, 2010
Chairwoman Fausti disclosed they merely had a thank you luncheon for
Ruth and Jean and didn't actually have a formal library board meeting.
Ms. Reynolds identified a correction to Page 5, the second paragraph,
where it referenced Amy Hall. The name was actually Mimi Hall.
Ms. Goodrich moved to approve the October 5, 2010 minutes as
corrected, second by Ms. McGinnis.
The MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
4. REPORT OF THE LIBRARIAN
Ms. Reynolds presented the Librarian's Report. She spoke of having 7
candidates for the Branch Head position with interviews being
conducted by an interview panel beginning on February 7th and answered
questions presented by members of the Board.
Ms. Reynolds commented on staff being busy with branch projects by
identifying what was being worked on or had been completed.
There was a brief discussion regarding the theft deterrents being used
for DVD's being magnetic and there being issues at the New Smyrna
Library with people losing information on thumb drives that were on
their key chains.
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There was a brief discussion regarding when the new Head Librarian at
the Edgewater Library would be starting. Ms. Reynolds informed the
Board it would depend on the circumstances and they didn't want to
rush the choice.
Ms. Reynolds commented on the shelving in the lobby being expanded at
the Edgewater Library and a service being offered to download music
and audio books.
Ms. Reynolds then presented the statistics from the Volusia County
Public Library System taking part in a statewide effort on January 25
to document the many ways people use library services. The complete
statistics were available on their website. She further commented on
the feedback they received.
5. COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Communications at this time.
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business at this time.
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Board Appointment - Kathy Booth
After discussion by the Board, Ms. Person made a motion to nominate
Mr. Pfeiffer as their first choice for the Library Board, second by
Mr. Middleton.
The MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Ms. Person made a motion if Mr. Pfeiffer was unable to serve that they
recommend Amy Li, second by Mr. Middleton.
The MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
B. Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon Discussion
There was a discussion as to whether or not they should hold the
luncheon without a Librarian. Ms. Reynolds identified Cindy Garlit as
having the most seniority and being the point of contact.
The luncheon date had previously been set for March 8 th at 11:30 a.m.
Ms. Reynolds agreed to work with staff to make sure there was a theme
and that the room was set up. She agreed to provide the coffee,
condiments, plates, napkins, cups and plastic wear. Ms. McDevitt
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pointed out the Friends would reimburse for anything the Board would
purchase for the luncheon.
Board Coordinator Bloomer identified what had been brought by whom for
last year's luncheon.
After discussion by the Board it was determined Ms. McDevitt would
bring the spiral ham and baked beans, Chairwoman Fausti would bring
the dessert and cake, Ms. Person would bring tossed salad, rolls and
cheese, Ms. Goodrich would bring potato salad, Ms. McGinnis would
bring potato salad, Mr. Middleton would bring the sweet and
unsweetened tea and Board Coordinator Bloomer would bring the ice.
The Board then discussed the entertainment. Ms. Reynolds commented on
some of the volunteer appreciations not having entertainment because
of the recession and trying to focus on the appreciating the
volunteers through the staff. Ms. McGinnis suggested presenting
certificates to the volunteers at the end of the luncheon.
Ms. Reynolds agreed to check with Mimi Hall who is a resident in the
area and is very well connected in the area with resources and may be
able to recommend someone, a group or a contact at the school to
provide entertainment.
There was a brief discussion regarding groups such as Sweet Adeline's
or Harmony Sound Waves.
There was a brief discussion regarding it being difficult to get kids
out of school to do performances.
Ms. Reynolds commented on the New Smyrna appreciation doing away with
the entertainment factor and focusing more on the volunteers that were
there.
Ms. McGinnis moved to not have entertainment and focus on the
volunteers, second by Ms. McDevitt.
The MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Ms. McDevitt pointed out the City hierarchies had been invited in the
past as well. She asked that invitations being sent to the Mayor and
City Manager.
Ms. McGinnis suggested Ms. Reynolds could provide a statistical report
at the luncheon as well.
The Board decided to have the presentation of certificates and the
statistical report presented at the luncheon.
8. MISCELLANEOUS
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There were no Miscellaneous items to discuss at this time.
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Ms. Person moved to
adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 4:42 p.m.
Minutes submitted by:
Lisa Bloomer, CMC
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