The meeting was called to order at 7:05pm by President Hal Heusner.
Those present: Hal Heusner, Jill LaGoy, Kathy Donohue, Tina Schroeder, Patti Haux, and Megan Baker. Public in attendance: Pete Hanley, Cornelia Wells, and Diane Jacko.
The minutes of the November meeting were received and reviewed by all. Jill LaGoy moved to approve the minutes, second by Tina Schroeder, and carried.
Jill LaGoy presented the financial report and list of checks for November. Patti Haux moved to accept the financial report, second by Kathy Donohue, and carried.
Megan Baker presented the Director’s report. She noted the increase in the circulation. Kathy Donohue moved to accept the director’s report; Patti Haux seconded the motion, and carried.
Project Assignments
Personnel: Nothing to report this month.
Plan of Service: Nothing to report this month. As Diane does not plan to seek re-election, Megan suggested that Hal appoint someone to replace Diane on the Plan of Service committee.
Fund Raising: We have received $13063 as of December 16th. Megan showed us the proof for our new thank you cards.
Book Sale Committee – Patti Haux: Patti has confirmed with the Legion to have the tent fixed and send the Library the bill. The collection of books for next year’s sale continues and continues and continues.
Building and Grounds – Kathy Donohue: Hal spoke about the great job that Jeff Moore is doing as our handyman. His next project is to repair the tables and chairs.
Communications: We have received an email for Laura McGrew about the possible purchase of park benches for the library in honor of her parents. Megan will forward the email to us, and also meet with Laura to finalize her plans.
Upcoming Events – nothing scheduled.
Unfinished Business
Policies – Medical, behavior, and computers. Still open
Compensation Plan – nothing new
Calendar of events – Hal will make copies of the calendar that Megan prepared and forward it to the rest of the trustees.
Donation Sign – Megan suggested that she and Hal get this project started, so that it is completed before next summer.
Bulletin Board – this is next on Jeff’s list.
Candida Smith – Megan left another message which was not returned.
Friends of the Library Winter Reading – The program was well attended and enjoyed be all.
Charter Amendment and Election of Officers – We are on the agenda for the January meeting of the Board of Regents. Mr. Mattie said we should hear by the third week in January. After that, we can schedule our election of trustees.
Marcella Sembrich Opera Museum Film Festival – Megan emailed Richard Wargo with our approval to use the library.
New Business
Snow Closure Policy – Megan will use her discretion during nasty weather, and let Hal know when she is closing. She will also post our snow closure policy on the bulletin board. The personnel committee will include this policy in the personnel folder. Kathy Donohue suggested posting closures on WNYT’s website.
Vacuum Cleaner – Megan will take our vacuum to Charlie’s Vacuum & Small Appliances Repairs for an estimate to repair it or to purchase a new vacuum. If a new one is necessary, Megan will not spend more than $140. She will also purchase a doormat for the cellar way.
Snow on the Ramp – The town does not shovel the ramp. Tina Schroeder will speak to the Social Studies teacher at school about this becoming a possible community service project.
Megan was asked to leave the meeting so that a discussion on the 2009 budget could take place.
The proposed budget for 2009 was presented. Discussion followed. Patti Haux moved to adopt the proposed budget, second by Kathy Donohue, and carried.
Hal challenged us to think about what committees we would like to be involved in.
Merry Christmas!
Patti Haux moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Jill LaGoy, and carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Tina Schroeder
Secretary
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