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MINUTES OF
HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 2003 The Hennepin County Library Board met on Wednesday, February 26, 2003, at the Ridgedale Area Library. Present: Gerda Haas, Patricia Izek, David Pratt, and Cynthia Steinke. Library Staff Attending: C.Brown, D.Cramer, K.Kimerer, J.Leick, J.Morgan, N.Perron, E.Feinberg, S.Louis, P.Fox, C.Benish, C.Ahrens, & B.Berg. Guests: Dawn Currier (OBF). Call to Order/Welcome/Public Comment The meeting was called to order by President David Pratt without a quorum (fourth member joined the meeting later for the required quorum). Public Comment: None. Ridgedale Library: Sandy Louis reviewed structure of the West Resource Group. Ridgedale is the busiest public library in the state of MN. AMH is used heavily and Ridgedale continues to have visitors from around the world to see the system. She reviewed variety of upcoming Ridgedale programs, unique services, volunteer and Friends activities. Resolution: David Pratt moved the following resolution in recognition of Carol Walsh's service on the Library Board; motion was seconded and passed unanimously. Approval of Minutes A motion was made to approve the minutes of the January 22, 1003, meeting was made by G. Haas, seconded by C. Steinke; motion passed. COMMITTEE REPORTS Policy Committee: Cynthia Steinke reported that the Friend Policy will be reviewed at the March meeting; there were no staff recommendations for change. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 2003 Budget: C. Brown will be participating in a March 13 Retreat with the County Board to discuss budget. Library will be most affected by HACA reductions from the state. Legislative Day Activities: Cynthia Steinke found the day very useful, she was tutored by Trudy Hanus and Margaret Gillespie. Gerda Haas went with Jack Cole, a library advocate with exceptional talents. Carol Walsh reported that it was a very productive day, she met with 5 legislators--2 for Charles Brown, 1 from St. Paul, and 2 that were her own in St. Louis Park. During the Debriefing some felt that due to the number of new legislators, MLA should consider doing a library introductory program for the legislators. She also heard some legislators suggest the merging of HCL and MPL. Library Board 2003 Conference Attendance: David Pratt had hoped to curtail Library Board Conference and Travel due to the budget reductions, but Board members feel it is important that HCL participate and be represented at least by one representative. Plans for 2003: Gerda Haas--National Library Legislative Day in May; Cynthia Steinke--ALA Annual Conference in June. NEW BUSINESS March 11 Trustee/Friends Workshop: David Pratt reviewed the agenda for this program, and he plans to attend ($15 registration fee). Ridgedale Art Project: David Pratt asked Sandy Louis to present the Ridgedale art proposal. D. Pratt moved approval of the proposal, C. Steinke seconded; motion passed. "Arming America" Discussion: D. Pratt asked E. Feinberg for a staff report on this book title (she has prepared an outline for review by the Library Board). The patron had been invited to attend the Library Board meeting, but was not available. C. Steinke moved that the Library Board support retention of this title (as staff had recommended); G. Haas seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Library Legislative Forum: C. Brown announced that the MLA Legislative Forum is scheduled for June 5 & 6 at St. John's University. This is the time when legislative issues/platform is developed for the next year's session. More information will follow when available. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Charles Brown had nothing to report at this time. MEMBER REPORTS P.Izek: David Pratt congratulated her on her re-appointment to the Library Board. She attended the Tuesday evening Spanish-English conversation group at Ridgedale, run by staff member Steve Valencic, and she was so impressed with the program. D.Pratt: Reported on the staff diversity training session on Feb. 27 and reminded all that Library Board is invited to attend any of the sessions. OTHER There were no gifts for approval. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn was made by P.Izek and seconded by G.Haas; meeting was adjourned. _____________________________ Dawn Harris, Secretary |