Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · July 23, 2014
Minutes
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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