Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · October 26, 2016
Minutes
MINUTES
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
5:00 PM
LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM, 625 PACIFIC STREET
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Trustees Present: Koenig, Lambert Hamrick, Wojtkowski, Yamanishi
Trustees Absent: Petty
Staff Members Library Director Waite, Museums, Cultural Arts and Archives
Present: Manager Copeland, Acting Technology, Readers, and Technical
Services Manager Smith, Administrative Assistant Garibaldi,
Youth Services Librarian Rader
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Wojtkowski called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Trustee Petty absent.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Introduction of Youth Services Librarian Scott Rader (Not a Project under CEQA Article
20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Introduced
Acting Technology, Readers, and Technical Services Manager Smith introduced Youth Services
Librarian Scott Rader.
CONSENT ITEMS
On a motion by Library Trustee Koenig, seconded by Library Trustee Lambert Hamrick,
and carried by the following vote, the Library Board of Trustees approved the Consent
Agenda:
Koenig, Lambert Hamrick, Wojtkowski, Yamanishi
AYES: 4 TRUSTEES:
NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSENT: 1 TRUSTEES: Petty
ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None
RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None
Approval of Minutes
2. September 28, 2016 (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Approved
Library Board of Trustees Minutes Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Other Consent Items
3. Request Appropriation of Donation Funds in the 2016-17 Library Trust Fund Budget (Not
a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5,
Section 15061)
Action: Appropriated
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chair Wojtkowski opened the floor to public comments: No public comments.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
New Business
4. Receive Report on Library Trust Fund Activities (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
Library Director Waite presented report. Trustee Yamanishi inquired whether salary savings
may be expended rather than using the Library’s Trust Fund.
Old Business
5. Receive Report from Facilities Master Plan Ad Hoc Subcommittee (Not a Project under
CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
Library Director Waite shared that the Parks & Recreation Commission recently had their retreat
to review 2017 priorities in light of their recently approved master plan. Waite met with
Community Services Director Bui-Burton regarding a teen center and discussed joining forces to
complete an assessment ultimately to explore the possibility of partnering with Parks &
Recreation. NIP will not fund an assessment study; however, general fund monies could be
requested for a needs assessment. Managers have a January deadline to update square
footage expansion needs. City Manager McCarthy is supportive of the Library being included in
a Measure P2. Trustee Koenig shared that property lots still need to be merged.
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
Library Director Waite updated the Board that the roof demolition is not expected to begin until
November. The contractor has stated that the demolition crew will be doubled to expedite the
process.
7. Receive a Report on Library Signage (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section
15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
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Action: Received and discussed
Library Director Waite shared that she is waiting to hear from the Architectural Review
Commission about whether the front Library sign requires formal approval. There is no update
regarding the status of the wayfinding signs however, the Library will be included.
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
8. Receive Library Activity Report
Action: Received and discussed
9. Receive Financial Report
Action: Received
10. Receive Statistical Report
Action: Received and discussed
11. Receive Volunteer Report
Action: Received and discussed
TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Chair Wojtkowski shared that she attended the Friends of the Library Board meeting and that
the October Wish List was approved; elections also took place and there are no changes to the
leadership Board. The Friends also approved changes to the bylaws and discussed the size of
the Friends Board.
Trustee Yamanishi shared that she is coordinating the sale of rare books for the Friends.
Trustee Koenig reminded the Board about the Friends Giant Used Book Sale the first weekend
in December.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Wojtkowski adjourned the meeting at 5:56 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Francesca Garibaldi Kathi Wojtkowski, Chair
Administrative Assistant Library Board of Trustees
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Agenda
Library Board of Trustees Board of Trustees
Agenda Kathi Wojtkowski, Chair
Jennifer Lambert Hamrick, Vice Chair
Regular Meeting Lisa Koenig
Bob Petty
Alice Yamanishi
Wednesday, October 26,
2016 Library Director
Library Community Room Inga Waite
625 Pacific Street 5:00 PM
Monterey, California
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS
1. Introduction of Youth Services Librarian Scott Rader (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. September 28, 2016 (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Other Consent Items
3. Request Appropriation of Donation Funds in the 2016-17 Library Trust Fund Budget (Not
a Project under CEQA 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
4. Receive Report on Library Trust Fund Activities (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Old Business
5. Receive Report from Facilities Master Plan Ad Hoc Subcommittee (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 a Report on Library Signage (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 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
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.
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activities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to
participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 646-3935. Notification 30
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UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL
Oct 27 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM
Oct 27 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting, Library Community Room -
7:00 PM
Nov 1 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Nov 2 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Nov 3 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Nov 7 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM
Nov 8 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Nov 10 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Nov 10 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM
Nov 15 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Nov 16 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Nov 17 Disabled Access Appeals Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 1:00 PM
Nov 17 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Nov 17 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Nov 22 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Nov 23 Oversight Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Nov 28 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Dec 1 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Dec 5 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM
Dec 6 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-5669
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