Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · February 23, 2023
Minutes
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF MONTEREY
Thursday, February 23, 2023
4:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 580 PACIFIC STREET, AND ZOOM TELECONFERENCE
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Trustees Present: Fellguth*, Joshi*, Moroh*, Petty* (joined at 4:06 p.m.), Silveria*
Trustees Absent: None
Staff Members Present: Library & Museums Director*, Administrative Assistant
*Participated remotely by videoconference
This meeting was held with a combination of in-person and teleconference attendance,
pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act, Calif. Government Code section 54953(e)(1)(C) and the
Council's resolution authorizing teleconference attendance at public meetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Fellguth called the meeting to order at 4:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
CONSENT ITEMS
On a motion by Trustee Moroh, seconded by Trustee Silveria, and carried by the following
vote, which was conducted by roll call, the Board of Library Trustees approved the Consent
Item:
AYES: 4 TRUSTEES: Fellguth, Joshi, Moroh, Silveria
NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSENT: 1 TRUSTEES: Petty
ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None
RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None
Approval of Minutes
1. January 26, 2023 (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General
Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Approved
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chair Fellguth opened public comments: no public comments.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
2. Second Reading and Adoption of Library Board Policy 105: Use of Library Meeting Rooms (Not
a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section
15061)
Action: Discussed Approved
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Library & Museums Director Edwards reviewed the American Library Association’s meeting
room guidelines and Library Board Policy 105. Library Trustees discussed and asked
questions.
On a motion by Trustee Moroh, seconded by Trustee Joshi, and carried by the following vote,
which was conducted by roll call, the Board of Library Trustees approved the second reading
of Library Policy 105: Use of Meeting Rooms:
AYES: 5 TRUSTEES: Fellguth, Joshi, Moroh, Petty, Silveria
NOES: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSENT: 0 TRUSTEES: None
ABSTAIN: 0 TRUSTEES: None
RECUSED: 0 TRUSTEES: None
There was no public comment on the matter.
3. Receive Update on Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Process and Provide Direction to Staff (Not
a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section
15061)
Action: Received, discussed, and provided direction
Library & Museums Director Edwards reported that the Budget Kick-off meeting took place
yesterday and reviewed the budget timeline. Chair Fellguth and Vice Chair Joshi will serve on
an ad hoc budget subcommittee.
There was no public comment on the matter.
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
4. Receive Library and Museums Director Activity Report (Not a Project under CEQA per Article
20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
Edwards reviewed his activity report. Trustees commented and asked questions.
There was no public comment on the matter.
5. Receive Financial Report (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received
There was no public comment on the matter.
6. Receive Statistical Report (Not a Project under per CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Received and discussed
Edwards updated the January 2023 volunteer hours—38 volunteers served a total 278 hours.
Trustees discussed which statistical comparison data to receive. For now, 2019-20 data will be
provided in addition to current data.
There was no public comment on the matter.
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TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Trustee Silveria attended the mural dedication and commented that it was lovely, highlighting
many people joined on the warm day. She is looking forward to attending the Chocolate &
Wine Benefit and seeing others.
Trustee Moroh highlighted the Friends & Foundation’s Chocolate & Wine Benefit would be
capping ticket sales at 300 and were close to selling out. She reminded Trustees to donate to
the event and invited help to clean up at the library on Sunday following the event.
Trustee Petty commented on his observation that although the recovery is not finished, it is
moving along and progressing well. He stated that changes in technology and use of the
library might not return to what it was, emphasizing the need to continue expanding and
providing a variety of services off-site, in-person, and remotely in creating what is hoped will
become the new normal.
Trustee Joshi commented that he looks forward to seeing everyone at the Chocolate & Wine
Benefit. He will be overseeing the chocolate fountain and welcomes others to visit.
Trustee Fellguth expressed how pleased she is and that it feels like we’re coming back to life.
She commended Edwards for his great work and energy. She is happy to see the level of
community engagement and noted the importance of Edwards being the face of the library as
support for the library strengthens. Fellguth also commented that she had fun accessing the
Library’s electronic resources for a personal research project.
ADJOURNMENT
Seeing no further business to come before the Board of Library Trustees, Chair Fellguth
adjourned the meeting at 5:24 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Francesca Garibaldi Jennifer Fellguth
Library Administration Chair, Board of Library Trustees
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Agenda
Board of Library Trustees Board of Trustees
Agenda Jennifer Fellguth, Chair
Harish Joshi, Vice Chair
Marsha Moroh
Regular Meeting Bob Petty
Janie B. Silveria
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Council Chamber 4:00 PM Library & Museums Director
580 Pacific Street Brian Edwards
and Zoom Teleconference
Monterey, California
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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. January 26, 2023 (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.
2. Second Reading and Adoption of Library Board Policy 105: Use of Library Meeting
Rooms (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
3. Receive Update on Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Process and Provide Direction
to Staff (Not a Project under CEQA per 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.
4. Receive Library and Museums Director Activity Report (Not a Project under CEQA
per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
5. Receive Financial Report (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378
and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
6. Receive Statistical Report (Not a Project under per CEQA Article 20, Section 15378
and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
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, 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
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“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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