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Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · April 24, 2013

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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 Library Board of Trustees Minutes Wednesday, April 24, 2013 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 Library Board Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 24, 2013 2 Library Board of Trustees Minutes Wednesday, April 24, 2013 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 Library Board Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 24, 2013 3

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 Library Board of Trustees Wednesday, April 24, 2013 2 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 Library Board of Trustees Wednesday, April 24, 2013 3

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