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Present:
Christine Morris
Judy Melges
Estelle Dunn
Wiiliam Raffaniello
Tom Leavy
Howard Adler
Glenn Garte
Lois Martin
Vacant Seat
Julie Lewis
Shirley Hunt
Dr. 'Arlita Hallam
Gwan Legters
Tony Bacon
Linda Lange'
Linda Hamrell
Chair
Vice-Chair
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Library Foundation
Library Foundation
Library Director
Board Reporter
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LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
May 15, 1998 .
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. The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. at Clearwater. Beach Library. For
continuity I the items are listed in agenda order, although not necessarily discussed in that
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2. Minutes Approval - April 17, 1998'
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Member Melges moved to approve the minutes as submitted in writing to each
member by the Board Reporter. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3. Library Director's Report
A. Librarv Construction Update
Library Director Dr. Arlita Hallam described conceptual plans to reconfigure the
SteinMart site, build the new Main Library on the current parking lot, and share
Harborview Center's meeting rooms. A slide presentation showed designs by Robert A.M.
Stern reflecting a bayfront style of architecture that might fit In with the library's
architectural plan. Concerns were expressed that extorior materials suitable for use on the
bayfront should be selected. Concerns were expressed with uncertainty of the site
selection. Discussion ensued regarding philosophy of downtown property use. Dr. Hallam
responded to questions regarding the architect selection approval process, negotiations
with the firms, and timing for using anticipated Penny for Plnellas funds. Discussion
ensued regarding advantages and disadvantages of combining the library with the
Harborvlew Center.
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Dr. Hallam reported St. Petersburg Junior College may have access to State grant
funds for a joint library project. Junior College and East Library branch staff are meeting to
work out details regarding automation, staff, and coordinating systems. Discussion ensued
regarding disposition of the current East Library, and discussions between the two entities.
, Dr. Hallam reported a conceptual building plan for the North Greenwood Library branch
will come forward on June 4. She related details regarding grant funding and site
preparation.
Dr. Hallam announced a fund raiser at Barnes & Noble on June 5, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.,
to benefit Clearwater Folk Arts Festival. She related activities scheduled for the festival.
Discussion ensued regarding need for more building space and social/cultural expansion
at Countryside and North Greenwood branch libraries.
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, 4.' "Those Library Numbers (Dewey, OCLC, ISBN, etc.) What do they mean?" - Linda
Lange and Linda Hamrell
Linda Hamrell gave an informative presentation and responded to questions regarding
the Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress cataloging systems, and how they are used in
Clearwater.
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Linda Lange gave an overview of ISBN (International Standard Book Number), an
inventory control number series used by publishers to expedite ordering and track sales
statistics.
5. Reports ~M Friends, Foundation
Member Judy Melges said Friends are getting a new format for the newsletter and new
label printers. Newsletters will be distributed within the next month. The Friends plan to
sponsor half, or more, of the fee for storytelling at the Folk Arts Festival. It is hoped
Friends can sponsor storytelling every year.
6. Board Comments
In response to a concern, Dr. Hallam will send copies of Library Department dress code
standards to all board members.
Chair Morris circulated a letter from Shirley Hunt and his wife, thanking the Board for
sending cards and flowers. A letter was submitt~d reporting Marshall Bennett's
termination from the board due to non-attendance. Dr. Hallam noted a new appointment
will need to be made before the September meeting, but the volunteer pool is down.
Dr. Hallam reported Jim Davis is retiring after 25 years on the reference desk.
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. Board ,attendance' requirements' were reviewed. It was indicated the code was
amended to delete the distinction between excused and not excused absences. A board
member missing three meetings will be taken off the board.
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Board Treasurer, Member Dunn, reported $32.00 remains in the board's petty cash
fund.
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Election of Officers
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The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 1998, at the Main Library.
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8. Tour of Beach Library and Adjournment
After a brief tour of the Beach Library, the meeting adjourned at 11 :00 a.m~'
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