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LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
February 18, 2005
RECEIVED
MAR 21 2005
Present:
Jan Regulski
Frederick Dunn
Elizabeth Drayer
Marilyn Garte
Clorinda Gilreath
Katherine Merriam
Manoj Shewa
Also Present:
Laurel Gustafson
Holly Ausanio
Paula Chaplinsky
OFFICIAL RECORDS AND
LEGISLATIVE SRVCS DEPT
Chairperson
Vice-Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Assistant Library Director
Administrative Analyst
Senior Staff Assistant
Chairperson Jan Regulski called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. at the
Main Library.
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To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
ITEM #1 - Welcome
New board members Elizabeth Drayer, Marilyn Garte and Clorinda Gilreath
were introduced.
ITEM #2 - Minutes
Vice-Chairperson Frederick Dunn moved to approve the minutes of the
January 21, 2005 meeting as submitted. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
ITEM #3 - Library Director's Report
Assistant Library Director Laurel Gustafson reported a memorial service was
held for Lois Klein, retired Countryside Branch Manager, this past Saturday.
a) Countryside Library - carpet installation
Assistant Library Director Laurel Gustafson reported installation of new
carpet at Countryside Library has been completed.
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b) Beach Library - lease update
Assistant Library Director Laurel Gustafson stated the lease for the upstairs
units at Pelican Walk has been negotiated and approved. However, it remains in
"slumber" until necessary structural improvements are made by the property owner.
The current lease is on a month-to-month basis.
In response to a question regarding the Beach rent, Assistant Director Laurel
Gustafson stated that prior to the negotiation of the upstairs lease at Pelican Walk,
other properties were considered as possible sites to rent or purchase for the Beach
Branch Library.
c) Distribution and Posting Policy
Assistant Library Director Laurel Gustafson thanked board members for their
input, stating the policy is now being reviewed by the City's Legal Department.
d) Florida Library Leadership Institute
Mrs. Gustafson reported John Szabo is making a presentation at the
Sunshine State Leadership Institute today. The institute is designed to enhance the
leadership skills of current and potential library leaders.
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e) Florida Library Association Annual Conference April 11-13 in Jacksonville
Library Director John Szabo will attend the annual State conference, which
will be held in Jacksonville this year. This year's theme includes an emphasis on
leadership in libraries.
ITEM #4 - Unfinished Business
a) Plaque featuring names of library directors
Vice-Chair Dunn indicated research is still being done to determine the first
name of the third director. Member Gilreath offered to assist in locating that
information.
ITEM #5 - New Business
a) Library Board Procedure
Vice-Chair Frederick Dunn inquired whether the manual that was given to
new members in the past is still being provided. Assistant Director Laurel Gustafson
assured the Board new members are given the appropriate manuals/handouts.
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ITEM #6 - Reports
a) Foundation
Judy Melges, Executive Director, reported upcoming fund raisers include Una
Sera Bella Italiana, everything Italian, April 30 from 7-10 P.M. and on July 4, a Pie,
Ice Cream and Fireworks event. A Jazz Holiday event is planned for October 15.
A memorial fund for Lois Klein was set up by the Police Department through
the Foundation. Donations will be used for a new reference desk designed by Lois
for the Countryside Library. A plaque in her memory will also be displayed.
Executive Director Judy Melges reported the Tribute Program is going very
well. In response to a question, Mrs. Melges stated specific titles can be requested
for certain donation amounts, but must be approved by the Collection Development
Division.
b) Friends
Chair Regulski reported 90 reservations were made for the Winter Luncheon
today. The Volunteer Tea will be held in April, coinciding with National Volunteer
Week & National Library Week. She reported there are approximately 70 volunteers
for the bookstores.
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ITEM #7 - Board Comments
Member Manoj Shewa stated radio station WMNM often hosts author
programs and would like to see them use Main Library space. In response to Mr.
Shewa's inquiry about residency requirements for board members, he was advised
members must have their primary residence in the City limits.
ITEM #8 - Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 11: 15 a.m.
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