Library Board of Trustees Agenda and Packet 2016 07 21

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Library Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes—DRAFT May 12, 2016 Page 4 of 5 E. 2017-2018 Operational Budget input from Board Beth asked for input from the Board noting that some areas of the budget will likely increase, such as courier fees and expenditures on eBooks. Beth also noted that the Library will be replacing all staff task chairs over the next couple of years. The Board did not offer any suggestions at this time. F. New Board projects Two items were briefly discussed: 1) Farmer's Market: Board members would set up and staff a table for a limited number of events (2-3) to promote the Library Makerspace and that feature make-and-take crafts. Jeannie will speak with technology librarian Sarah Johnson about some ideas and times 2) New Baby Package: Create a bag of items for new mothers that welcome their baby to the community and the Library. Items would focus on early literacy activities and would also promote the importance of parental involvement in developing early literacy skills. Ashley will contact the Public Outreach Officer at Avista Hospital and pass along that information to Beth. G. On The Same Page Beth reported that the title has been selected and will be announced on June 15. Beth explained the parameters that need to be considered when selecting a title including that it is: 1) a great book; 2) contemporary; 3) available in paperback; 4) available in English and Spanish language versions. With respect to programming, the steering committee evaluated program attendance over the past five years and determined to reduce the number of programs. This was also based in part on the unavailability of Lafayette staff this year due to Lafayette's migration to a new Integrated Library System as part of the expanding FLC. Since the books generate a lot of interest and circulate well, book discussions in the three communities and a `Stories on Stage' production at the Louisville Center for the Arts will be the primary events this year. H. Little Libraries Sherri noted that the Little Library on Via Appia had fallen off its post, but someone had secured the remaining books in plastic bags. It appeared to have been a design flaw rather than vandalism. Sherri's husband has fixed it. Paul Karlzen, who recently resigned from the Board, was scheduled to take care of the Via Appia unit in May and June. When Sherri asked for someone to take these two months, Richard volunteered. The Board is still planning to repaint the Little Libraries this year.