Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · May 25, 2016
Minutes
MINUTES
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
5:00 PM
LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM, 625 PACIFIC STREET
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Trustees Present: Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski, Yamanishi
Trustees Absent: Lambert Hamrick
Staff Members Library Director Waite, Administrative Assistant Garibaldi, Youth
Present: Librarian Armstrong, Teen Librarian Harris
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Koenig called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Trustee Lambert Hamrick absent.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Receive Report from Library Staff on the Summer Reading Program (Not a Project under
CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
Youth Librarian Dayna Armstrong and Teen Librarian Eboni Harris provided information to the
Library Board about plans for the upcoming Summer Reading Program.
CONSENT ITEMS
On a motion by Library Trustee Castagna, seconded by Library Trustee Wojtkowski, and
carried by the following vote, the Library Board of Trustees approved the Consent
Agenda:
Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski, Yamanishi
AYES: 4 TRUSTEES:
NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSENT: 1 TRUSTEES: Lambert Hamrick
ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None
RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None
Approval of Minutes
2. April 27, 2016 (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Approved
***End of Consent Agenda***
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chair Koenig opened the floor for public comments: no public comments.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
New Business
3. Review Council Policy on Selection of Officers (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Reviewed and discussed
Old Business
4. Receive Report from the Kitchen Addition Ad Hoc Subcommittee and Provide Direction
to Staff (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule
Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received, discussed, and provided direction
On a motion by Library Trustee Koenig, seconded by Library Trustee Yamanishi, and
carried by the following vote, the Library Board of Trustees approved the allocation of
$6,000 in Trust Fund monies for a 3-month cafe trial period (Not a Project under CEQA
Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061):
Castagna, Koenig, Wojtkowski, Yamanishi
AYES: 4 TRUSTEES:
NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSENT: 1 TRUSTEES: Lambert Hamrick
ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None
RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None
Library Director Inga Waite updated the Library Board on the kitchen addition, distributed a draft
business plan, and asked for a $6000 allocation from the Library Trust Fund for a trial period.
5. Receive Report on Library Signage (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378
and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
6. Receive Report on Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) Projects and Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) Projects (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section
15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
Chair Koenig appointed herself and Trustee Wojtkowski to a Facility Master Plan Ad Hoc
Subcommittee. The Ad Hoc Subcommittee plans to report back to the Board in July.
7. Receive Update and Provide Direction on Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Budget (Not a Project
under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
Library Director Waite reported that response is still pending on two financial adjustments that
were submitted to Finance. Waite shared that Assistant City Manager Uslar suggested asking
for $6,000 in funding for a part-time seasonal position to assist the Friends with online book
sales and that City Manager McCarthy confirmed his support and will find General Fund monies.
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INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
Library Director Waite expressed regret that Manager Copeland was unable to attend tonight’s
meeting.
8. Receive Library Activity Report
Action: Received and discussed
Trustee Yamanishi commended Library staff for their work. She requested that there be a plan
for a sprint-mobile. Director Waite shared that she has discussed the sprint-mobile with
Assistant City Manager Uslar and subsequently discussed with Vehicle Maintenance.
Trustee Koenig asked about the outreach for National Library Week.
Library Director Waite highlighted the next 1849 event taking place on Thursday, June 23 at
Martine Inn located in Pacific Grove. The presentation is by Dr. Michael Maloy on Zena Holman
and the promise of Asilomar.
9. Receive Financial Report
Action: Received
10. Receive Statistical Report
Action: Received
11. Receive Volunteer Report
Action: Received and discussed
Library Director Waite shared that Youth, Reference, & Outreach Services Manager Anderson
will now be the volunteer program coordinator with assistance from Circulation Section
Supervisor Egipciaco.
TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Trustee Yamanishi is currently working with Jeanne O’Brien on liquidating a number of books.
Friends liaison Trustee Castagna shared that the Friends balance was $67,000 as of March 31,
2016. He recommended that the vice-chair concurrently be the Friends liaison.
Trustee Koenig thanked the Kitchen Ad Hoc Subcommittee and requested an updated Library
staff organization chart.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business to come before the Library Board, Chair Koenig adjourned the
meeting at 6:44 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Francesca Garibaldi Lisa Koenig, Chair
Administrative Assistant II Library Board of Trustees
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Agenda
Board of Trustees
Lisa Koenig, Chair
Library Board of Trustees Kathi Wojtkowski, Vice Chair
Agenda John Castagna
Jennifer Lambert Hamrick
Regular Meeting Alice Yamanishi
Library Director
Wednesday, May 25, 2016 Inga Waite
Library Community Room
625 Pacific Street 5:00 PM
Monterey, California
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS
1. Receive Report from Library Staff on the Summer Reading Program (Not a Project under
CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
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
2. April 27, 2016 (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
***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: 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
3. Review Council Policy on Selection of Officers (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Old Business
4. Receive Report from the Kitchen Addition Ad Hoc Subcommittee and Provide Direction to
Staff (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article
5, Section 15061)
5. Receive Report on Library Signage (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378
and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
6. Receive Report on Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) Projects and Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) Projects (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section
15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
7. Receive Update and Provide Direction on Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Budget (Not a Project
under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS is used by the Library Director to make a
brief report on his activities or a brief announcement. The Director may also ask for clarification or
direction regarding scheduling of Board meetings and study sessions.
8. Receive Library Activity Report
9. Receive Financial Report
10. Receive Statistical Report
11. Receive Volunteer Report
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)
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
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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.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL
May 27 Council Subcommittee BCC, Monterey - 2:00 PM
Jun 1 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 6 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM
Jun 7 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jun 9 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 9 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM
Jun 9 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Orca Conference Room - 4:00 pm
Jun 14 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 15 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 16 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Jun 16 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 21 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jun 22 Oversight Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Jun 22 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jun 22 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM
Jun 27 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 28 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Jun 29 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jul 5 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Jul 6 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-5669
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