MEAGHER COUNTY CITY LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2012
ATTENDANCE: Library Trustees: Gordon Doig, Leone Michalec, Steve Hicks, Elton Lee
Library Director: Debbie Benedict
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.at the Meagher County City Library.
It was moved by Steve, seconded by Leone and unanimously carried to approve April 10, 2012 meeting minutes as presented.
It was moved by Elton, seconded by Steve and unanimously carried to approve bills as presented for payment.
Library Director Evaluation
Debbie was presented her evaluation and told she was doing a great job and the library reflects this.
Library Board Vacancy
Applications were reviewed. Leone and Steve agreed to interview applicants. Appointment confirmation of the new trustee is planned for next month’s meeting.
Budget Committee Meeting
The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on June 5, 2012 at the library.
Foundation Director Appointment
It was moved by Leone, seconded by Steve and unanimously carried to nominate Chad Deschene as a Meagher County Library Foundation director.
Sidewalk Repair Update
Todd Young’s repair estimate is $1200. He should be able to complete the work by May 31. Ryan Pierce was also consulted.
Solar Lights
The cost to purchase two lights to make the library more visible at night is $60-70. Steve explained the two types of solar lighting: amorphous and crystalline. Steve will look at the solar lights in Gordon’s yard – amorphous is the type he recommends. It was agreed to purchase the lights.
Approval of Library Foundation Articles of Incorporation Revision
Changes were explained.
It was moved by Leone, seconded by Steve and unanimously carried to approve the revised Library Foundation Articles of Incorporation.
New Library Planning/Review of Architect Information
Elton and Steve expressed concern about energy cost and building exterior/maintenance. Candace Miller is doing preliminary architectural plans pro-bono. More detailed discussion will follow.
Librarian Report
Debbie reported on MontanaLibrary2Go usage statistics and provided copies of the Librarian Report, which is on file at the library.
Date of Next Meeting
The next meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2012, 6:00 p.m. at the library.
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Benedict
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2012
ATTENDANCE: Library Trustees: Gordon Doig, Leone Michalec, Steve Hicks, Elton Lee
Library Director: Debbie Benedict
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.at the Meagher County City Library.
It was moved by Steve, seconded by Leone and unanimously carried to approve April 10, 2012 meeting minutes as presented.
It was moved by Elton, seconded by Steve and unanimously carried to approve bills as presented for payment.
Library Director Evaluation
Debbie was presented her evaluation and told she was doing a great job and the library reflects this.
Library Board Vacancy
Applications were reviewed. Leone and Steve agreed to interview applicants. Appointment confirmation of the new trustee is planned for next month’s meeting.
Budget Committee Meeting
The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on June 5, 2012 at the library.
Foundation Director Appointment
It was moved by Leone, seconded by Steve and unanimously carried to nominate Chad Deschene as a Meagher County Library Foundation director.
Sidewalk Repair Update
Todd Young’s repair estimate is $1200. He should be able to complete the work by May 31. Ryan Pierce was also consulted.
Solar Lights
The cost to purchase two lights to make the library more visible at night is $60-70. Steve explained the two types of solar lighting: amorphous and crystalline. Steve will look at the solar lights in Gordon’s yard – amorphous is the type he recommends. It was agreed to purchase the lights.
Approval of Library Foundation Articles of Incorporation Revision
Changes were explained.
It was moved by Leone, seconded by Steve and unanimously carried to approve the revised Library Foundation Articles of Incorporation.
New Library Planning/Review of Architect Information
Elton and Steve expressed concern about energy cost and building exterior/maintenance. Candace Miller is doing preliminary architectural plans pro-bono. More detailed discussion will follow.
Librarian Report
Debbie reported on MontanaLibrary2Go usage statistics and provided copies of the Librarian Report, which is on file at the library.
Date of Next Meeting
The next meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2012, 6:00 p.m. at the library.
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Benedict
