08-13-1996 Minutes
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The regular monthly meeting of the Salina Public Library Board
was held at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 13, 1996, in the Campbell
Room.
The following Board members were present: Evelyn Maxwell, Jack
Howard, Mary Jarvis, Nancy Chandler, Roger Struble, Jim Sullivan,
Janet Wilbur, and Billie Winkler. others present were: Joe
McKenzie, Cynthia Smull, Art pitcock, and Dan England.
96-24 On motion made by Jack Howard and seconded by Nancy
Chandler it was RESOLVED THAT: The minutes of the July meeting were
approved as written. Motion carried. p. 509, 8-13-96.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None
STAFF INTRODUCTIONS: Joe introduced Art Pitcock, Technology
Coordinator for the library. Art will be giving a presentation
later in the meeting.
DISCUSSION: The Board discussed the 1997 Budget.
96-25 On motion made by Jack Howard and seconded by Billie
Winkler it was RESOLVED THAT: The 1997 Budget be approved. Motion
carried. p. 509, 8-13-96.
Joe presented information on the work phases of the renovation
project. Evelyn Maxwell asked for information about the City's
recommendation for the drainage on the south side of the building.
Joe responded with the information that the City recommends we have
a backup to the backup system. This will mean an additional
expenditure to the renovation project.
96-26 On motion made by Evelyn Maxwell and seconded by Janet
Wilbur it was RESOLVED THAT: Bills for the renovation project
presented by Harbin Construction should be paid from the
appropriate account after they are approved for payment by the
Architect and the Library Director, who will notify the Board
President, and keep the Board informed on project expenditures.
Motion carried. p. 509.,8-13-96
96-27 On motion made by Roger Struble and seconded by Janet
Wilbur it was RESOLVED THAT: The Board of the Salina Public Library
sign the contract with Harbin Construction for the amount stated in
the bid. Motion passed. p. 509., 8-13-96.
Joe would like the Board to think about where in the new
renovation that the Prescott name should appear since several
hundred thousand dollars are being used from the Prescott Memorial
Fund to help finance the renovation project.
The Board discussed the interlocal agreement for financing the
renovation project.
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96-28 On motion made by Roger Struble and seconded by Billie
Winkler and Nancy Chandler it was RESOLVED THAT: The Board
authorize the signing of the interlocal agreement. Motion carried.
p 510., 8-13-96
Joe asked Art to give his presentation. Art's presentation
was about up-grading the computer systems we currently have in the
library. The money has already been provided in the 1997 budget.
Joe and Art answered the Board members questions about the proposed
changes. Roger Struble asked when the final configuration of the
new computer network would be completed. Joe said that the goal
for completion was the end of 1997. The Board will be updated on
each phase of the work.
FINANCIAL/STATISTICAL: The Board discussed the stats on the
internet use. There were 279 using the internet in July. Another
internet terminal for public use is needed.
The Board discussed what to do with the "MARIA" pot (Indian
pottery) the library owns and some old books of varying value that
are in the basement.
96-29 On motion made by Evelyn Maxwell and seconded by Billie
Winkler it was RESOLVED THAT: The Board pursue making and Indian
Pottery display whether temporary or permanent. Motion passed. p
510., 8-13-96.
Joe updated the Board with information about the Collection
Development Plan, making a Facility Document for existing and new
building mechanics, and connecting the library with the Help.net in
Salina.
Jim Sullivan called for Board comments.
Board adjourned.
96-30 On motion made by Roger Struble and seconded by Jim
Sullivan it was RESOLVED THAT: The meeting of the Salina Public
Library Board be adjourned. Motion carried. p.510.,8-13-96.
There being none the
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