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Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · July 23, 2014

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MINUTES LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Regular Meeting Wednesday, July 23, 2014 5:00 PM LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM, 625 PACIFIC STREET MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Trustees Present: Yamanishi, Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski Trustees Absent: Staff Members Library Director Bill Michael, Reference and Reader Services Present: Manager Waite, Museums, Cultural Arts and Archives Manager Copeland, Administrative Assistant Garibaldi CALL TO ORDER Chair Castagna called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 1. June 25, 2014 Action: Approved ***End of Consent Agenda*** On a motion by Library Trustee Castagna, seconded by Library Trustee Koenig, and carried by the following vote, the Library Board of Trustees approved the Consent Agenda: AYES: 4 TRUSTEES: Yamanishi, Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None ABSENT: 0 TRUSTEES: None ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None PUBLIC COMMENTS Chair Castagna opened the floor for public comments: No public comments. PUBLIC APPEARANCE Chair Castagna moved Agenda Item 5 to follow Agenda Item 9. New Business 2. Receive Update on Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Budget Process Action: Received report Library Board of Trustees Minutes Wednesday, July 23, 2014 3. Receive Report on Trust Fund Activities Action: Received report and discussed 4. Receive Report on Strategic Plan 2012-2015 Action: Received report and discussed 5. Approve Bookmobile Schedule Effective August 2014 Action: Approved Bookmobile schedule and new Bookmobile stop. On a motion by Library Trustee Wojtkowski, seconded by Library Trustee Koenig, and carried by the following vote, the Library Board of Trustees approved the Bookmobile schedule and new Bookmobile stop effective August 2014: AYES: 4 TRUSTEES: Yamanishi, Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None ABSENT: 0 TRUSTEES: None ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None 6. Approve Revised Library Holiday and Closure Schedule for Calendar Year 2014 Action: Approved Library holiday and closure schedule for 2014 Bill Wojtkowski made a public comment reminding the Library Board of the many people who dedicated time and effort for the restoration of Sunday hours. He asked that the Library Board reconsider the number of closed Sunday’s. On a motion by Library Trustee Yamanishi, seconded by Library Trustee Koenig, and carried by the following vote, the Library Board of Trustees approved the revised Library Holiday and Closure Schedule for Calendar Year 2014: AYES: 4 TRUSTEES: Yamanishi, Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None ABSENT: 0 TRUSTEES: None ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None TRUSTEE COMMENTS Trustee Koenig: The Friends approved a number of items for the Library at their July meeting. The Friends July 4th Book Sale was a success. Planning for Chocolate & Wine begins July 24 and there’s also a party to welcome Library Director Bill Michael on August 10. The nominating committee for the Friends Board will meet for upcoming elections in October. The Friends have discussed setting up a Little Free Library in Via Paraiso Park. The deadline for the Friends newsletter is August 25. Trustee Castagna: Tomorrow the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Business Excellence Awards and the Library is nominated for an award. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS Library Board Meeting Minutes Wednesday, July 23, 2014 2 Library Board of Trustees Minutes Wednesday, July 23, 2014 Library Director Bill Michael: Announced that the overhead digital projector was installed in the Library’s Community Room. The Library Trustee appointment will take place at the August 5 City Council meeting. The Koha migration is complete with a few glitches. Reference and Readers Services Manager Waite: Invited Library Trustees to the Summer Read Program final party on July 30 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 7. Receive Financial Report Action: Received report 8. Receive Statistical Report Action: Received report and discussed 9. Receive Volunteer Report Action: Received report and discussed ADJOURNMENT Having no further business to come before the Library Board, Chair Castagna adjourned the meeting at 6:05 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Francesca Garibaldi John Castagna, Chair Administrative Assistant II Library Board of Trustees Library Board Meeting Minutes Wednesday, July 23, 2014 3

Agenda

Library Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Agenda John Castagna, Chair Lisa Koenig, Vice Chair Regular Meeting Kathi Wojtkowski Alice Yamanishi Wednesday, July 23, 2014 Library Director Bill Michael Library Community Room 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. June 25, 2014 ***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 Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Budget Process 3. Receive Report on Trust Fund Activities 4. Receive Report on Strategic Plan 2012-2015 5. Approve Bookmobile Schedule Effective August 2014 6. Approve Revised Library Holiday and Closure Schedule for Calendar Year 2014 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. 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 Jul 24 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM Jul 24 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Jul 28 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Jul 31 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Aug 4 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM Aug 5 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Aug 6 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Aug 7 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Aug 12 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Library Board of Trustees Wednesday, July 23, 2014 2 Aug 14 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Aug 14 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM Aug 18 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM Aug 19 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Aug 20 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Aug 21 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Aug 21 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Aug 25 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Aug 26 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Aug 27 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Aug 27 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-5669 Library Board of Trustees Wednesday, July 23, 2014 3

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