Library Board of Trustees Agenda and Packet 2020 11 12

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checked out to them did not appear as checked out even though they were in possession. Director Nemechek acknowledged that the cuts to staffing and new structures had creates some issues, but that the library was aware of these issues. • Board Member Chamberlin flagged a ransomware attack that struck Lafayette library and city government, and asked Director Nemechek about Louisville data protection. Director Nemechek reported that the city IT systems were aware of this and taking steps to protect IT. • Board Member Chamberlin asked whether the Board meeting packet could be sent to the Board in advance of the meeting. VIII. New Business A. COVID-19 Policy. Board Member Chamberlin presented a research document reviewing current research on aerosol transmission of COVID-19 and in particular the need for air exchange in order to maintain air quality least likely to transmit the disease. He flagged the potential concern for fomite-based transmission of COVID-19 through book transfers as a pathway to infection. Board Member Dufrense responded that based on her public health expertise and CDC recommendations, fomite transfer is not likely to be a risk of infection. Board Member Chamberlin flagged the risk of aerosol transmission in the library as something to be considered. Director Nemechek reported that the library is currently exceeding CDPHE guidelines on reducing COVID-19 transmission through spacing, HVAC capacity, number of people inside, and mask usage. A general discussion of potential infection risk related to library activities including fomite-related transmission through the little free libraries followed. B. Library Social Media Plan. Board members discussed the relationship of the library's social media and communications plans to larger community concerns, including the risk that Facebook or other social media platforms contribute to the spread of misinformation and harmful or damaging information. Board Member Chamberlin proposed that the library shift communications to email. Director Nemechek agreed to review what information was sent through what channels, but at the moment the limited staff capacity limited library ability to change current plans. IX. Ongoing Business A. Superior Board of Trustees Update. Trustee Shah reported on upcoming discussions at the Superior Board of Trustees about how to address upcoming vacancies on the Board, and an upcoming joint meeting with Louisville. Trustees report some concern from the city that the library's funds were cut unilaterally by Louisville while Superior's contributions remained flat, and in particular that these decisions were made without direct engagement with Superior in advance of the decision. B. Library Foundation liaison report. Board President Gurganus reported that the Library Foundation has been listed on Colorado Gives, increasing visibility and significantly reducing overhead fees for donations. C. Little Libraries. Board President Gurganus reported that the little libraries appear to be in use and are stocked.