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LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Regular Meeting - June 18, 1980
The meeting was called to order by President Falkenstein at 3:05 p.m. In
attendance were Trustees Brownley, Trigas, Cipriano (3:37 p.m.). Also:
Mrs. Casler, Council; Mrs. Cole, Library Director; and Mrs. McWilliams,
Genealogical Society. This being the first meeting attended by Seena Trigas,
the President duly welcomed her.
It was moved by Brownley, seconded by Trigas that the minutes be approved as
submitted for the meeting of May 7, 1980. It was agreed that inclusion of
discussions in the minutes, as well as motions, was very helpful.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Building and Grounds: No report. Trigas was given an opportunity to
select Building and Grounds or Budget as her assignment. She asked
for time to consider. The suggestion was made that this be deferred
until the fifth meiaber of the Board is appointed.
Budget: The Library Director was asked to bring the Board up to date on
latest developments. At present, three new full-time staff members
have been approved, restoring the Bookmobile Service and providing a
"Guard/Messenger". Also, June Williams will be returning to the desk
part-time. The City Council will take final action on the budget on .
Monday, June 30, 1980.
Mrs. Cole then gave her full report including the fact that the
Bookmobile Service to La Costa would be shifted from 2:00 p.m. to
10:00 a.m. on Tuesdays and that the Bookmobile Service would be at
least doubled and that, if necessary, volunteer help could be used.
She also distributed the "Interim Growth Management Program". By
acclamation, it was agreed that the librarian's report should come
first in the agenda rather than at the end.
Personnel: Brownley pointed out the need for developing a sound volunteei
program, not just seeking volunteers. Jobs need to be identified and
defined, recruitment and selection made, based on requirements for
specific jobs, and training given.
Children's Division: Cipriano reported on the "Summer Space Spectacular"
program with registration starting on July 10.
OLD BUSINESS
Goals and Objectives: Reference was made to the general program goal for
FY 1980-81 as adopted by the City Council to "provide library services
to the City" and the three specific objectives:
- "Extend library services to the southern area of the City"
- "Implement Library Master Plan"
- "Develop program for establishment of new central library near
geographical center of City"
In relation to the last objective, Mrs. Casler suggested that the
Board might request the Council to set aside a certain amount of
money each year for land. After some discussion clarifying the fact
that this should not be taken from the operating budget, it was moved
by Cipriano, seconded by Brownley and passed unanimously that "the
Board request that a certain amount of money be set aside each year
for a building fi
operation fund".
as part of the CIP program, exclusive of the
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CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Regular Meeting - June 18, 1980 page two
Site Selection for Central Library: It was agreed that a committee be
set up to re-evaluate the Master Plan recommendations regarding the
central library, number and locations of branch libraries and timetable
in light of current conditions and trends. Trigas indicated a desire
to be on such a committee. Setting up this committee was postponed
until next meeting when the fifth member of the Board will be present.
Mrs. Casler also reminded the Board that she had recommended that the
Ordinance be studied and recommendations on revision be made to the
Council. It was agreed that this should be done.
Cipriano raised the question about enlarging the Board. It was decided
to reconsider this possibility in six' to eight months after the two
currently new members have had an opportunity to become active.
Ongoing Methods of Financing for the Library: The possibility of a
separate fund-raising committee was considered. A point of view was
expressed that selection of site(s) and amount of money needed should
come first. - . .
It was announced that the Mayor has recommended Hap L'Heureux for the
remaining vacancy, on the Board. Council will consider and vote on this
recommendation at the next regular Council meeting. Also, the Council
has appointed Caroline Schindler to fill the vacancy on the Systems
Advisory Board.
NEW BUSINESS
Election of Officers: Falkenstein agreed to serve a second year as
President. Cipriano moved, Brownley seconded, carried.
Trigas agreed to act as Secretary. Brownley moved, Cipriano seconded,
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Officers for the coming year were announced as follows:
President - Sharon Schramm; First Vice President - Barbara Otwell;
Second Vice President - Laurie and Jim Boone; Secretary - Eleanor
Palenscar; Treasurer - Mary Saunders
GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY '
- Mrs/-Me Williams- stated-that the-annual rummage sale to raise funds will
be held August 15 and 16. Anyone having donations should call McWilliams
and arrangements will be made for pick-up. - --
From funds raised and gifts, an average of sixty books a month are donate
to the Library. The collection now numbers approximately 3,000 volumes.
The new micro fiche purchases are proving very helpful and a great space
saver.
Meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m.
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Next meeting July 16, 1980 at 3:00 p.m.
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Margaret Brownley
Acting Secretary