Minutes Meeting of the
Columbus Public Library Board
November 12, 2009

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Columbus Public Library Board was called to order at 4:30 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2009 by Jim Schaefer who read aloud and signed the “Certification of Compliance,” regarding the “Open Meeting” law. Other Library Board members in attendance included Sharon Raimondo, Carol Keller, and Joie Taylor. Craig Neid was excused. Notice of this meeting was published in advance. All proceedings hereafter shown were taken while the meeting was open to the public.

The minutes were reviewed. Sharon moved to approve the minutes and Joie seconded. The motion carried unanimously with no discussion.

The financial reports were presented and discussed. Jill noted which items were being reimbursed by the Friends of the Library. She also noted that some subscription renewals that were on the last list were actually paid in this list due to when the credit card statement cut-off date occurred, and a final claims list for the previous month was included in the board packets. Also, a typo was noticed on the Platte County Library Service claims list. Jill will fix the mistake and redistribute that claims list. Carol moved to accept the financial reports with the correction. Joie seconded. The roll call vote passed as follows: Keller, aye; Raimondo, aye; Taylor, aye; Schaefer, aye.

The Director’s Report was presented. There was a brief discussion about the in-house use count and about acquiring Spanish language materials. Jill also briefly noted that two staff members will be out for surgeries.

Under “Committee Reports” Joie Taylor talked about the 3 days of HDR Quality of Life meetings held in October. Others who had attended also shared what had gone on. Generally speaking, the attendees were disappointed in what was presented.

There was no Correspondence.

Carol Keller reported two activities for which she submitted continuing education hours. She also reported for the Endowment Oversight Committee. The portfolio is up from the last quarter.

Under New Business the book challenge was discussed (HISPANIC by Geraldo Rivera). Because the person who filled out the form had not read the book, Jill was directed to let the person know that the book would not be withdrawn at this time. But if the person read the book and still felt the same way, the board would review a resubmitted challenge.

Under announcements, Carol reminded everyone that the board’s officer elections are in December.

Carol moved to adjourn and Sharon seconded. President Jim Schaefer adjourned the meeting.