09-15-2005 Minutes
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The regular monthly meeting of the Salina Public Library Board of Trustees was
held at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, September 15, 2005, in the Tech Center Meeting Room.
The following Board members were present: Debbie Divine, Harris Rayl, David
Hawksworth, Janice Ostrom, Lynne Ryan and Betsy Scholten. Others present were Joe
McKenzie, Roberta Ring, David Clouston from The Salina Journal, Mike Wilson,
observer for the League of Women Voters and Jason Gage, City Manager.
Betsy Scholten called the meeting to order and asked for any changes or
additions to the August Board meeting and Public Hearing. No changes were suggested.
05-45 On a motion made by Debbie Divine and seconded by Lynne Ryan it was
RESOL VED THAT: The Board of Trustees of the Salina Public Library approves the
minutes of the August Board meeting, the August Public Hearing as printed. Motion
passed. P. 763. 9/15/05
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT: Joe McKenzie reported that the Friends
Board has not met yet this month. They will meet September 20. The Talk Book
Discussion Series starts this month. They are working on getting ready for the booksale
that is coming up September 23, 24 and 25.
ORIENT A TION: Intellectual Freedom and Libraries
Joe McKenzie talked about the library recognizing Banned Books Week which is
September 24 - October 1. A handout was given out written by the American Library
Association explaining what intellectual freedom and censorship is. The American
Library Association has a publication showing a collection of titles of materials that
have been challenged, debated or banned. If a patron here at the library has a concern
for a book that they feel is inappropriate in content, the department head will visit with
them and then refer them to Joe. There is a "Request for Review and Consideration of
Library Materials" form for them to fill out. If they request the material to be moved to
another area or removed, a committee will be formed to review the request and will be
brought to the Board.
DISCUSSION: CLASS Update
Joe McKenzie reported that word of mouth has been positive. It has had an effect on
computer classes. Monday mornings are a busy time for enrollment. Income is real
strong. It will exceed $16,000 this semester.
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ACTION ITEM: GAAP WAIVER: The Board discussed the GAAP Waiver. This
waiver is an annual resolution to continue the cash basis accounting practice of the
library.
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05-46 On a motion made by Janice Ostrom and seconded by David Hawksworth it was
RESOLVED THAT: The governing body of the Salina Public Library, hereby
requests a waiver from the following components of generally accepted accounting
principles for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2005, in accordance with the
provisions of Senate Bill 531 of the 1982 Legislature (K.S.A. 75-1120a). These are
GAAP-prescribed financial statements. Motion passed. P. 764. 9/15/05
ACTION ITEM: Art Exhibits Policy - 2nd Reading: Six applications have been received
from area artists. Request for artist applications will be made twice a year. The Library
may make selections ourselves.
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On motion made by Lynne Ryan and seconded by Debbie Divine it was
RESOLVED THAT: The Board of Trustees of the Salina Public Library
approves the Art Exhibits Policy as written on 2nd reading. Motion
passed. P.764.9/15/05.
FINANCIAL REPORT:
Looking at the revenue and expenditure report the library is on tract. Materials budget
is at 62%.
STATISTICAL REPORT:
Community Learning stats will be added to the Statistical report. The Tech Center is
having large volumes of users.
LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:
The library has received two grants from The Greater Salina Community Foundation.
One is for Community Learning and one is for NovelKansas for author Sarah Peretsky
to come.
There will be a meeting next week with Chris Riffel to start the Strategic Planning
process.
Several staff will be attending a customer service seminar at the Salina Area Chamber
of Commerce. Lori Brack will be going to Las Vegas in November for a conference.
The Kansas Library Board of Trustees is asking for contributions from libraries to help
with continuing ed opportunities for Board members around the state.
Joe received an em ail from the Junction City library saying they had passed a resolution
to collect fine money in October to help with relief for libraries affected by Hurricane
Katrina.
05-48 On motion made by Debbie Divine and seconded by Lynne Ryan to have the
Director have the Salina Public Library's fine money collected in October be
donated to libraries affected by Hurricane Katrina.
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The Building Authority has recommended concrete work be done on the north entrance
on the west side.
Lori Brack will be having some work and re-arranging done in her work area within the
next month or two.
George Pyle will be here September 23rd for a book reading and signing. The Friends
Book Sale will start then also.
This Friday, September 16th, there will be a reception for the featured artist Mri Pilar.
Her doll sculpture display is being featured in the coffee bar area.
The Library will be closed October 10th. It is Columbus Day and Sirsi will be doing an
update that day. Training for the new system will be done in the Tech Center.
October is Teen Read Week & Photo Contest.
BOARD COMMENTS: Janice Ostrom said that she had received comments from a
college student that was in Salina visiting how wonderful our library was.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Board, the
meeting was adjourned.
05-49 On a motion made by Lynne Ryan and seconded by David Hawksworth it was
RESOLVED THAT: The Board of Trustees of the Salina Public Library adjourns
the September 15, 2005 meeting. Motion passed.P.765. 9/15/05.
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