Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · April 24, 2013
Minutes
MINUTES
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
5:00 PM
LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM, 625 PACIFIC STREET
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Trustees Present: Yamanishi, Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski, Reneker
Trustees Absent: None
Staff Members Assistant Library Director Holtzman, Reference and Reader
Present: Services Manager Labeaune, Administrative Assistant Garibaldi
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Reneker called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
CONSENT ITEMS
Approval of Minutes
1. March 27, 2013
***End of Consent Agenda***
On a motion by Library Trustee Yamanishi, seconded by Library Trustee Castagna, and
carried by the following vote, the Library Board of Trustees approved the Consent
Agenda:
AYES: 5 TRUSTEES: Reneker, Yamanishi, Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski
NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSENT: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None
RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chair Reneker opened the floor for public comments:
No public comments.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
2. Receive Update on FY 2013-2014 Budget Process
3. Receive Report on Library Trust Fund
4. Receive Report on Strategic Plan 2012-2015
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5. Provide Guidance to Staff on Usage Data and Other Reports for Board Review
Trustees instructed staff to include the revised Statistical Report to the Board in monthly
agenda packets and to include the complete Monthly Summary Statistics Report twice
each year, both with comparison data for the previous 12 months.
TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Trustee Castagna: Inquired about two recent public events at the Library regarding
naturopathy and ghost hunting.
Trustee Reneker: Thanked Trustee Yamanishi for attending various meetings as the
Board representative during the past month.
Shared that the Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Library in London provides a kiosk
for patrons to check-out books, pay fines, and review their account.
Trustee Yamanishi: Reported that the Mayor’s meeting was an interesting opportunity to
hear about the specific issues pertaining to each City department and noted that street
lighting is a current problem; added that the Library is one of the most active departments
serving the community.
Trustee Koenig: Announced she was unable to attend the April 10th Friends meeting;
however, she submitted written Library Board material for the newsletter.
The Friends are hosting a table at the Big Sur International Marathon.
Trustee Yamanishi: Announced that the documentary film, Dan Albert’s Paella, will
screen at the Monterey Conference Center as a fundraiser for the Friends with a pre-
show dinner.
Inquired about the recent problem with the automated telephone renewal system not
functioning and of patron complaints regarding the noise due to the Silent Study Area
construction; it was suggested that a sign be posted with additional information.
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
Assistant Library Director Holtzman: Informed the Trustees of a meeting held with the General
Employees of Monterey regarding concerns about the proposed revised Librarian classification.
Invited Trustees to attend the Volunteer Appreciation event on Friday evening.
Informed Trustees about a series of lectures that the Museum is sponsoring in May.
Reported that there was no further discussion about hearing loops and alternative accessibility
technology at recent NIP meetings.
6. Receive Library Activity Report
7. Receive Financial Report
8. Receive Statistical Report
9. Receive Volunteer Report
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ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business to come before the Library Board, Chair Reneker adjourned the
meeting at 6:34 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Francesca Garibaldi Maxine Reneker, Chair
Administrative Assistant II Library Board of Trustees
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Agenda
Board of Trustees
Library Board of Trustees
Maxine Reneker, Chair
Agenda Alice Yamanishi. Vice Chair
John Castagna
Regular Meeting Lisa Koenig
Kathi Wojtkowski
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Library Director
Library Community Room Kim Bui-Burton
625 Pacific Street 5:00 PM
Monterey, California
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CONSENT ITEMS
CONSENT ITEMS allow for a review of those items recommended for approval on consent or
recommended to be continued, tabled or withdrawn, etc. Consent items consist of those items
which are routine and for which a staff recommendation has been prepared. A member of the
public or a Trustee may request that an item recommended for approval on consent be heard on
the regular agenda for further discussion.
Approval of Minutes
1. March 27, 2013
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS allows you, the public, to speak for a maximum of three minutes on any
subject which is not on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention
of the Library Board may do so during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation
to: Community Services and Library Director, Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street,
Monterey, CA 93940. The appropriate staff person will contact the sender concerning the details.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
PUBLIC APPEARANCE items are reports on action or informational issues that might stimulate
public discussion, but that do not require formal noticing as public hearings. You are welcome to
offer your comments after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to
each speaker.
New Business
2. Receive Update on FY 2013-2014 Budget Process
3. Receive Report on Library Trust Fund Activities
4. Receive Report on Strategic Plan 2012-2015
5. Provide Guidance to Staff on Usage Data and Other Reports for Board Review
TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Trustees may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a brief report
on his or her activities. In addition, a the Board may provide a referral to staff or other resources
for factual information, request staff to report back to the body at a subsequent meeting
concerning any Library matter, or direct staff to place a request to agendize a matter of business
on a future agenda. (G.C. 54954.2)
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS is used by the Library Director to make a
brief report on her activities or a brief announcement. The Director may also ask for clarification or
direction regarding scheduling of Board meetings and study sessions.
6. Receive Library Activity Report
7. Receive FInancial Report
8. Receive Statistical Report
9. Receive Volunteer Report
ADJOURNMENT
“The Board of Monterey Public Library Trustees provides stewardship for Monterey Public Library
assets and services on behalf of all residents, ensures adaptability to a diverse population, changing
environment and advancing technology. Trustees advise the City Council on matters pertaining to the
Library, and advocate on the Library’s behalf, while ensuring an ongoing flow of information between
the Library, the community and the City Council, in accordance with Section 7.1 of the Monterey City
Charter and in support of the mission statement of the Monterey Public Library.”
-adopted by Library Board of Trustees, April 25, 2007
The Library Board of Trustees meeting packet may be reviewed by the public in the Library. Information
distributed to the Library Board at the Board meeting becomes part of the public record. A copy of
written material, pictures, etc. should be provided for this purpose.
The City of Monterey is committed to include the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities.
Please speak to the Library Administrative Assistant prior to the meeting if you require a hearing
amplification device. For more agenda information, call 646-5669.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL
Apr 25 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Apr 25 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Apr 25 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Apr 25 Zoning Administrator Meeting Cancellation Notice, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 1 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 6 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 2:00 PM
May 7 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
May 9 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
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May 9 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 9 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 14 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 15 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 16 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 21 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
May 22 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
May 22 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM
May 22 Oversight Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 23 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 23 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 27 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-5669
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