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Library Board Meeting Minutes March 11, 2008

Town of Rome

Library Board Meeting Minutes

Lester Public Library of Rome

1157 Rome Center Drive

5:00 PM, Tuesday, March 11, 2008

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Pam Hyland, and Tammy Spees - * not enough for a quorum

ABSENT: Mary Betker, Dianne Genz, Barb Sparish, Bob Benkowski.

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: Mary Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:04 p.m.

Posting of meeting agenda completed on March 7, 2008: faxed to Daily Tribune at 12:00 p.m., US Bank at 12:01 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 12:02 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 12:03 p.m. Posted at Pritzil's Trading Post at 12:10 p.m.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: *Not quorum present. Approval held over to next month.

BILL APPROVAL: *Not a quorum present. Approval held over to next month.

BUDGET REVIEW: *Not a quorum present. Approval held over to next month.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT: J. Lipski noted that National Library Week is April 13-19. The wine international evening scheduled for March 13 has been canceled. The Library will take part in the Rome Parade July 19. T. Spees will work with L. Ponshock on this event. J. Osgood (Friends of the Library) will chair the Brat Fry at Lake Camelot on August 16. P.will work with L. Ponshock on the genealogy event scheduled for October. A new Library Board member from the Rome Town Board will need to be appointed after the election. J. Lipski participated in a web cast of "The Library of the Future"and shared some of the information learned from the web cast. Donations for the Board's raffle basket were collected from B. Benkowski, L. Ponshock, T. Spees. J. Lipski, and P. Hyland. Others may make their donation at the April meeting. J. Lipski shared information about a Federal Grant available to help construct a Tornado Shelter if an addition is added to the present library structure.

FOUNDATION/FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:

Foundation Report - M. Benkowski reported that a meeting was held on March 10. The "Taste of the Vine" fundraising event will be Saturday, April 19. The Foundation appeal for funds soliciting seems to be overlapping with other events and the foundation is considering if it is worth the cost of mailing.

Friends Report - J. Osgood reported that the Walk-Run Committee has been working on the event. The annual meeting of the Friends is Monday, May 12.

Librarian's Report - L. Ponshock reported a $200.00 donation received from the Romen Needles and a book donation Love You Forever by Munsch, was received from Renaissance Learning in the name of Peggy Behrend. The Library will show appreciation for the SCLS drivers who deliver materials to the library with a little gift. L. Ponshock shared a flyer on a "Stimulus Package Refund Seminar" from a recent visit to the Two Rivers Library. The number of movies that can be checked out at one time was moved from three to six. The Friends donated two bookshelves to be used at the entrance for booksales. Approval held over to next month.

LIBRARY VISIT SUMMARY: J. Lipski will send out a summary of the visits to all board members before the next meeting.

LOSS OF HEAT NOTIFICATION OPTIONS: L. Ponshock went through the options and the costs - $487 to have Glycol (antifreeze) added to the radiant heat pipes, $1.00/month cost to add temperature control monitor but the system would cost $460.00. A Recommendation was made to monitor building during extended closure with staff or board member.

HIRING OF JANITOR/GENERAL MAINTENANCE PERSON: The proposed duties for this position were outlined and discussed. A decision on whether to stat the recruitment process for this position will be made at next month's meeting.

DISCUSSION/DECISION ON PURCHASE OF NEW SERVER: Decision held over to next month.

DISCUSSION OF ANNUAL REPORT: The Board reviewed the data contained in this report.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS: Summary of library visits and approval of items from March meeting. Let J. Lipski know of any other items.

MEETING DATE: The next meeting will be at the library on April 9 at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland, Secretary

Library Board Meeting Minutes February 13, 2008

Town of Rome

Library Board Meeting Minutes

1157 Rome Center Drive

5:00 PM, Wednesday, February 13, 2008

ATTENDEES: Bob Benkowski, Dianne Genz, Barb Sparish, and Tammy Spees

ABSENT: Jerry Lipski, Mary Betker, and Pam Hyland

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: Mary Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Tammy Spees at 5:01 p.m.

Posting of meeting agenda completed on February 8, 2008: faxed to Daily Tribune at 2:40 p.m., US Bank at 2:41 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 2:42 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 2:43 p.m. Posted at Pritzil's Trading Post at 3:30 p.m.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: B. Benkowski motioned to approve the minutes from the January 9, 2008 meeting. B. Sparish seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL: B. Sparish motioned to approve the bills as presented for January 10, 2008. B. Benkowski seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2008: B. Sparish motioned to approve the budget for 2008. B. Benkowski seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT: President's report was postponed to March due to the president's absence.

FOUNDATION/FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT: Foundation Report - M. Benkowski reported that a letter for sponsorship of the Taste of the Vine was sent and the deadline for sponsors of $100.00 or more is February 16. Jeanne Osgood donated $100.00 to the event. It was reported that the committee and Kathy Buenger are reassessing ways to enhance ways for cost containment in the annual solicitation of monies other than mass mailings. L. Ponshock reported that four tickets to the Taste of the Vine will be offered in a drawing during National Library Week.

Friends Report - J. Osgood reported that grant applications are being completed for Thrivent and the Community Fund. $350.00 has been received in support of this year's Fun Walk. (This is written following the meeting - The $250.00 check that was sent to Dianne by Terrace Homes was incorrectly  mailed and should have been sent to Mary Ann Benkowski for the Taste of the Vine. Dianne was informed that Terrace Homes will be addressing her request separately. Thus the revised total so far collected is $100.00)

Librarian's Report - L. Ponshock reported that the janitor has retired. Lore will be developing job descriptions for a janitor and handyman positions which will be presented at the next board meeting. The Library received a $25.00 gift certificate from Amazon which will be used for additional books. The library closed early on two days this past month due to heavy snow and weather conditions. The library will no longer be loaning films in the VHS format after the summer of '08 due to obsolescence.

B. Sparish motioned to approve all  reports as presented. B. Benkowski seconded he motion. Motion approved unanimously.

LIBRARY VISIT SUMMARY: Discussion of visits has been postponed until the March meeting. It was agreed that individuals who cannot attend will submit a list of the pro and cons of individual libraries visited.

LOSS OF HEAT NOTIFICATION: Discussion postponed to the March meeting.

LIBRARY BOARD INTERACTION WITH TOME TOWN BOARD: Discussion postponed to the March meeting.

NEXT MEETING: Meeting date change to Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.

Adjournment: B. Sparish motioned to adjourn. B. Benkowski seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Dianne Genz

Library Board Meeting Minutes January 9, 2008

Town of Rome

Library Board Meeting Minutes

Lester Public Library of Rome

1157 Rome Center Drive

5:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 9, 2008

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Mary Betker, Dianne Genz, Barb Sparish, Pam Hyland and Bob Benkowski.

ABSENT: Tammy Spees

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: Mary Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order at 5:01 p.m.

Postings of meeting agenda completed on January 3, 2008: faxed to Daily Tribune at 2:40 p.m., US Bank at 2:41 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 2:43 p.m. Posted at Pritzil's Trading Post at 3:00 p.m.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: M. Betker motioned to approve the minutes from the November 14, 2007 meeting. D. Genz seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL: B. Benkowski motioned to approve the bills for December 13 and 27. M. Betker seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007: D. Genz motioned to approve the budget for 2007 through December. D. Genz seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT: J. Lipski asked that the March Board Meeting be changed to Tuesday March 11. D. Genz will take the minutes and post the agenda for the February meeting. The terms of J. LIpski and T. Spees were up and new terms were approved by the Rome Town Board. There was a third applicant and J. Lipski will contact that person and thank them for their interest.

The Nekoosa Lester Library has chosen a new librarian and we will contact her to express our intent to cooperate on projects in the future. The Town of Rome is doing a wage survey using a consulting firm. L. Ponshock will be part of the study. The Library Board will use the data supplied to make decisions on wages in the future.

J. Lipski will be gone January 14 through the 22. T. Spees, Vice President will be available for bill approval.

FOUNDATION/FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:

Foundation report - M. Benkowski reported that a meeting was held on January 7. The members are interested in the results of the patron survey. J. Lipski reported that the results are available online on the website.

The "Taste of the Vine" fundraising event committee members will have a meeting on January 12 at 11 o'clock at Lake Arrowhead Clubhouse. The Library Board of Trustees will sponsor a raffle basket. M. Benkowski reported that about $5,000.00 has been raided through the Foundation mailing with about $1800.00 in expenses.

Friends Report - J. Osgood reported that the Walk-Run committee has met. D. Genz is chairing this event scheduled for June 28. A discussion was held as to more ways to involve the schools and community.

Librarian's Report - L. Ponshock reported that M. Bailey has been helping the Nekoosa Library with end of the Year Reports. The Amherst Library Director has contacted L. Ponshock to be a mentor. The Teens Read Program will be held January 10. Also on January 10 at 10 o'clock Carol Dailey of the Rome Town Hall Carvers Group will make a donation in memory of Master Carver Norbert James Dailey, founder of the Rome Town Hall Carvers. A complete listing of the materials is available online.On January 16 at 6:30 at the Library, Deb Greunloh will present a travelogue on her Special Olympics trip to Shanghai, China. The goal to complete the library asset report will be finished this month. Over the Christmas break the library lost heat. The furnace was repaired. J. Lipski and L. Ponshock will research alternate heat sources and alarms.

M. Betker motioned to accept the reports. B. Sparish seconded. Motion approved unanimously.

LIBRARY VISIT SUMMARY: J. Lipski, M. Betker, B. Benkowski, B. Sparish and M. Benkowski shared information on their visit to the Nekoosa Library, Wautoma Library and Caestecker Public Library in Green Lake. Visits to Marshall, Lodi and Cross Plains have been rescheduled for January 24.

REVIEW OF UPCOMING LIBRARY EVENTS: Suggestions were made to advertise upcoming events on the website and cable stations. J. Lipski reported that on February 20 at the Rome Town Hall Edward Zappen will give a presentation on, and exhibit the writing desk, which he carved based on the original used by Thomas Jefferson. This event is sponsored by the library. There is no cost and everyone is welcome.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS: SUMMARY OF LIBRARY VISITS. Summary of library visits, Library Board interaction with Rome Town Board, emergency heat options and Review Strategic Plan. Let k. Lipski know of any other items.

MEETING DATE: The next meeting will be at the library on February 13 at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT: B. Sparish motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:28 p.m. M. Betker seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland, Secretary

Library Board Meeting Minutes December 12, 2007

Town of Rome

Library Board Meeting Minutes

Lester Public Library of Rome

1157 Center Drive

5:00 PM, Wednesday, December 12, 2007

ATTENDEES:  Jerry Lipski, Mary Betker, Dianne Genz, Barb Sparish, Pam Hyland, and Tammy Spees

ABSENT:  Bob Benkowski

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION:  Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION:  Mary Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF:  Lore Ponshock

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:27 p.m. after a Christmas Pizza Party was held.

Posting of meeting agenda completed on December 7, 2007: faxed to Rome Town Hall at 2:43 p.m., Daily Tribune at 2:45 p.m., US Bank at 2:46 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 2:45 p.m.  Posted at Pritzil's Trading Post at 3:00 p.m.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  M. Betker motioned to approve the minutes from the November 14, 2007 meeting.  D. Genz seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the bills as presented.  T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007:  B. Sparish mitioned to approve the budget for 2007 through November.  M. Betker seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Likski passed out the 2008 Calendar of meetings for the trustees.  The terms of J. Lipski and T. Spees are up and they will be interviewed by the Rome Town Board.  Stef Morrill fromSCLS worked on the customer survey.  J. Lipski offered the Trustees help as needed by L. Ponshock.

FOUNDATION/FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT AND LIBRARIANS REPORT:

Foundation Report - M. Benkowski reported that thers has not been another meeting since the last Board of Trustees meeting.  There is a $1,000 grant available through the Community Fund.  Any ideas are welcomed.

Friends Report - J. Osgood reported that the Frineds Meeting and CHristmas Tea were held Saturday, December 8.  Funds were approved for magnets and stamps as requested by the Library Board.  Volunteer sign up sheets were sent around for next year's activites at the meeting.  On January 7 at 10 o'clock a planned meeting for the Run-Walk will be held at the Lake Arrowhead Clubhouse.

Librarian's Report - L. Ponshock reported that Rogers Cinema has donated eight tickets to the "Teen Reads" Book CLub to attend a movie as part of a book/movie activity.  The Archer Park Community Association has made a $600.00 donation to the library.  A $25.00 donation has been recieved for the puchase of "The U.S. Constitution Pocket Guide."  A donation of The Red Robin Gourmet Cookbook was received from Red Robin.

M. Betker motioned to accept the reports.  B. Sparish seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

USER SURVEY RESULTS:  J. Lipski and L. Ponshock went through the results.  It was decided to visit comparable libraries.  Visits will be scheduled by J. Lipski.

LIBRARY GOALS 2008:  J. Lipski reviewed the goals.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS:  Comparable library visits.  Let J. Lipski know of any other items.

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on January 9 at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT:  B. Sparish motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m.  M. Betker seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland

Secretary

Library Board meeting Minutes November 14, 2007

Town of Rome Library Board Meeting Minutes

Lester Public Library of Rome

1157 Rome Center Drive

5:00 PM, Wednesday, November 14, 2007

ATTENDEES:  Jerry Lipski, Bob Benkowski, Mary Betker, Tammy Spees, Dianne Genz

ABSENT:  Pam Hyland, Barb Sparish

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION:  Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION:  Mary Ann Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF:  Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:00 p.m.

Certify posting of meeting completed on September 12, 2007: faxed to Daily Tribune at 11:33 a.m., US Bank at 11:35 a.m., Rome Town Hall at 11:37 a.m., and Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 11:46 a.m.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  M. Betker motioned to approve the minutes from the October 17, 2007 meeting. D. Genz seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  M. Betker motioned to approve the bills as presented.  B. Benkowski seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007:  B. Benkowski motioned to approve the 2007 budget through October as presented.  M. Betker seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  The library board positions currently held by J. Lipski and T. Spees will be posted.  One hundred seventy library welcome letters were sent to new residents from May 28 through the end of October.  A new mailing, Trustee Update, is being sent from South Central Library System to inform trustees of current issues.  The November 1 Teen Night was a success.  The teens provided feedback for planning future teen programs, and seven out of the eight teens that attended signed up for a new book club called "Teens Read."  J. Lipski suggested a pizza party at the December board meeting with members chipping in for the cost.  Bring you own beverages.

FOUNDATION/FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN"S REPORT

Foundation Report - M. Benkowski reported that the "Mystery Workshop: to be held in 2008 was discussed at their last meeting.  A "Wine Tasting" planning meeting will be held November 28.  The next meeting of the Foundation will be held January 7.

Friends Report - J. Osgood reported that the Friends have planned a Christmas Tea for December 8.  A short meeting is planned at 2:00 with the Tea to follow.  Treats will be served.

Librarian's Report - L. Ponshock was asked by Cheryl Baker from South Central Library System to help mentor the new library director at Amherst.  Lore also reported that circulation statistics show this was the best October to date at the library.

M. Betker motioned to accept the reports.  T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

USER SURVEY RESULTS:  L. Ponshock and J. Lipski will further analyze the results of the survey and present their findings at the December meeting.

LIBRARY GOALS 2007/2008:  Progress on the 2007 goals was discussed.  Preliminary ideas for the 2008 goals were discussed.  The 2008 goals will be finalized at the December meeting.

COORDINATED CALENDAR OF LIBRARY EVENTS:  J. Lipski presented a draft of a calendar that coordinates events of all organizations at the library.

POLICY CHANGE TO INCLUDE LIBRARY ONLINE:  D. Genz motioned to approve the Current Internet User agreement 10/07 (Online Use Only).  M. Betker seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 2008:  The board unanimously approved the election of J. Lipski as President, T. Spees as Vice President, and P. Hyland as Secretary.

AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING (DECEMBER 12 AT 5:00 PM)

- 2008 Library Goals

- Survey results

ADJOURNMENT:  M. Betker motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:10 PM.  B. Benkowski seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Tammy Spees

Library Board Meeting Minutes October 17, 2007

Town of Rome Library Board Meeting Minutes

Lester Public Library of Rome

1157 Rome Center Drive                                                      

5:00 PM Wednesday, October 17, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Bob Benkowski, Mary Betker, Dianne Genz, Barb Sparish, Pam Hyland, and Tammy Spees

ABSENT:  None

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION:  Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION:  Mary Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF:  Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 4:48 p.m.  Jerry welcomed and introduced Dianne Genz to the Board.

Posting of meeting agenda completed on October 11, 2007: faxed to Daily Tribune at 5:27 p.m., US Bank at 5:25 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 5:25 p.m.  Posted at Pritzl's Post at 5:30 p.m.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  B. Benkowski motioned to approve the minutes from the September 11, 2007 meeting.  B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the bills as presented for September 7 and 21 and October 5, 2007.  T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007:  M. Metker motioned to approve the budget for 2007 through September.  B. Benkowski seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Lipski met with respresentatives of the Friends of the Library Foundation and the Director on October 17 to coordinate the future events calendar for the Library for 2008.  October 21-27 was "Friends of the Library Week" - Jerry thanked the friends for making such a big difference.  In the fall of 2008 a "Mystery Workshop" is being planned in conjunction with AMS and the Nekoosa Library.  Next monthis the election of officers.  The terms of two board members (Lipski and Spees) expire in December.  A letter should be sent to the Town Board stating intent to remain on the board.  When Highway 13 Reconstruction begins in Spring 2008, access to the Rome Library will remain open.

FOUNDATION/FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT AND LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:

Foundation report - M. Benkowski reported that the Annual Fund Drive letter has been sent out.  The next meeting will be Monday, October 22.  "Taste of the Vine" has been scheduled for April 19, 2008.  Volunteers and gift baskets are needed.  L. Ponshock asked for information on allocations from the Foundation.

Friends Report - J. Osgood reported that there has not been a meeting since September.  The $2,000 raised from the Fun Run/Walk has been put in a six month CD and will be donated to the Foundation for library expansion.

Librarian's Report - L. Ponshock received a scholarship to "Managing Difficult Patrons" workshop.

A free book was also donated from the library to honor M. Dailey.  A $300 donation was received from the Norbert Dailey family.

Seven new families have registered for the "Twilight Tales" program.  The program is going well.

A Teen night, LOL (Laugh Out Loud) will beging November 1.  A teen book club will be created. "Guitar Hero" and "DDR" video programs will be available along with a pizza party from 6:30-8:30 p.m.  A book Charlotte's Web by E.B. White, was offerred in honor of Ray Henke.  Higher, slanted shelving will be purchased in 2008 to accommodate crowded shelving conditions.

135 surveys have been submitted online so far.  A report will be made at the next board meeting.

B. Sparish motioned to accept the reports.  D. Genze seconded.  Motions approved unanimously.

LONG RANGE PLAN APPROVAL and USER SURVEY UPDATE:  M. Betker moved to approve the Long Range Plan as presented.  B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.  The Plan will be posted on the library website and copies will be available for pick up at the library.  Highlights of the plan will be mentioned in Jim Keith's Daily Tribune newspaper article.  The plan will be presented to the Town Board at the November 8 meeting.

The User Survey online has now been closed and will be reviewed at the next Library Board meeting.

CLOSED SESSION:  A motion was made by B. Sparish and seconded by B. Benkowski to hold a closed seeion meeting as authorized by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(C) to discuss personnel compensation issues.  Roll call was taken and approved unanimously.

Coming out of closed session the motion was made by M. Betker to compensate M. Bailey at $10.40/hr., J. Keith at 9.10/hr., and L. Ponshock at $33, 926.00 for 2008.  Motioned seconded by B. Sparish.  Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET APPROVAL FOR 2008:  Motion made by B. Sparish and seconded by D. Genz to approve the Budget for 2008.  Approved unanimously.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS:  Election of officers, Survey results, Coordinated calendar presentation, Review 2007 goals and Long Range Plan, Discuss Goals for 2008.

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on November 14 at 5:00 p.m.

AJOURNMENT: T. Spees motioned to adjourn the meting at 6:11 p.m.  D. Genz seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland

Secretary

TOWN OF

ROME

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES

LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF

ROME

1157 ROME CENTER DRIVE

5:00 PM

,

WEDNESDAY, September 12, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Bob Benkowski, Barb Sparish, Tammy Spees.

ABSENT:  Pam Hyland, Mary Betker

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: None

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: Mary Ann Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at

5:02 p.m.

Certify postings of meeting completed on September 4, 2007: faxed to Daily Tribune at 12:25 p.m., US Bank at 12:26 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 12:28 p.m., and Rome Town Hall at 12:27 p.m.

TOWN OF

ROME BUILDING COMMITTEE

: Rick Anten and Tom Deckow gave a presentation on the issues, options and financing of a new

Rome

municipal building.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the minutes from the

August 8, 2007

meeting. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the bills for July 13, August 9, and August 24 as presented. B. Benkowski seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007: M. Benkowski motioned to approve the 2007 budget as of August 22 as presented. B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  The budget appropriation for 2008 will be $123,384.  A meeting is planned at

4:00 P.M.

before the next library board meeting with the Friends, Foundation, and Library Board to coordinate a year- long calendar of events.  A candidate has expressed interest in the Library Board vacancy.

FOUNDATION/ FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN’S REPORT:

Foundation Report- M. Benkowski reported a donation of $1,900 given by the Auxiliary from the Granny’s Treasure Nook event. Mary Benkowski and Chris Landowski attended a grant writing workshop.  The next meeting of the Foundation will be held on October 22 at

5:30 P.M.

at the Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank in

Rome

.

Friends Report- L. Ponshock reported that the Friends met

September 7, 2007

.  Fundraisers were discussed.  The Friends discussed investing money in the SCLS Foundation Program, but the decision was made to put the money in a CD instead.  The Friends also discussed a plant exchange and sale to be held in the spring.  The Christmas tea is planned for Saturday, December 8 at

2:00

.

Librarian’s Report – L. Ponshock shared that the library has gained 254 new patrons so far this year.  Lore gave a preliminary report on the user surveys that are being filled out.  She asked those in attendance to encourage friends and neighbors to fill out surveys.  A new data base, Learning Express, will be added to the library.  Lore also discussed the contract for snow removal and lawn care.  A motion was made by B. Benkowski granting Lore authority to sign a contract of no more than $3,350 by September 30.  B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.  Lore reported that a new book club is being serviced by the library.  That makes five book clubs in all.

B. Sparish motioned to accept the reports. B. Benkowksi seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

LONG

RANGE

PLAN UPDATE:  J. Lipski led a discussion of the draft of the Long Range Plan.

LIMITED SHELF SPACE FOR BOOKS: A plan was made to add new shelving for audio books.  This new shelving will take the place of the couch.

SCLS FOUNDATION PARTICIPATION: Money will not be moved at this time.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS:

-Calendar of events

-Five Year Plan

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on October 17 at 5:00 P.M.  A meeting to discuss coordinating a calendar of events with the Library Board, Foundation, and Friends will be at 4:00 P.M. on the same day.

ADJOURNMENT:  B. Sparish motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 P.M. 

B. Benkowsik seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Tammy Spees

Library Board Minutes August 8. 2007

TOWN OF ROME
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF ROME
1157 ROME CENTER DRIVE
5:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Mary Betker, Barb Sparish, Pam Hyland, and Tammy Spees

ABSENT:  Bob Benkowski

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: None

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: None

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey, Jim Keith

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:01 p.m.

Certify postings of meeting agenda completed on August 2, 2007: faxed to Daily Tribune at 9:20 a.m., US Bank at 9:21 a.m., Rome Town Hall at 9:22 a.m. Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 9:23 a.m., and e-mailed to Lester Library at 9:00 a.m.  Posted at Pritzl’sTrading Post at 9:25 a.m.

PRESENTATION BY SCLS ON FOUNDATION PROGRAM: Bob Blitzke, Executive Director of the South Central Library System Foundation, and Phyllis Davis, SCLS Director, made a presentation “The Campaign to Enhance Public Libraries”.  Hand outs were received and further discussion will take place at the next Library Board Meeting.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: M. Betker motioned to approve the minutes from the July 11, 2007 and July 26, 2007 meetings. B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  M. Betker motioned to approve the bills as presented for July 13 and 30, 2007. B. Sparish seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the budget for 2007 through July. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Lipski attended the Town meeting on open records. Lester Library of Rome is in compliance.  Any e-mails are accessible, not private.

FOUNDATION/ FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN’S REPORT:
Friends Report- J. Lipski reported that workers for the Camelot Frolic on August 18th are still needed. The Friends meeting will be Friday, September 7 at 8:30 a.m.
Foundation Report- J. Lipski reported that the Annual Fund Drive letter is being worked on. A question was raised as to where the Foundation keeps the funds.

Librarian’s Report – L. Ponshock reported that a book donation was received from American Girl and a donation was received from Kay Eckert with matching funds from AT&T. 267 books were read and 170 hours were logged by participants in the Summer Library Program. Library use reached an all time high and the goal for new library card applicants has almost been reached for the year. There has been some trouble with computer use this summer. New software through SCLS will be installed to alleviate some of the difficulties. Users will be able to reserve time on the computers with a max of one hour per day.
J. Keith reported that the need for shelf space is acute.  There is little space left.  Books are sold that have been weeded out. Discussion of this need will be put on the agenda next month.
Computer Class evaluations are available. 
The new copy machine is working well with color copies available to patrons for a suggested donation.
The SCLS Celebration is coming up.
B. Sparish motioned to accept the reports. M. Betker seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

LONG RANGE PLAN UPDATE:  J. Lipski reported that it was too costly to send out the survey via mail, but the survey will be posted on the Library website and sent out via The Buyer’s Guide. The surveys can be turned in at boxes placed at several locations in the area.
The Long Range Plan is a work in progress.  A Staff Development Plan needs to be added. Everyone is asked to review the plan at home.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS:
Long Range Plan, Shelf Space, SCLS Foundation

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on September 12th at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT:  B. Sparish motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:20 p.m. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland
Secretary

Library Board Minutes June 13, 2007

TOWN OF ROME

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES

LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF ROME

1157 ROME CENTER DRIVE

5:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, June 13, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Bob Benkowski, Mary Betker, Barb Sparish, Tammy Spees.

ABSENT:  Pam Hyland

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: Mary Ann Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:02 p.m.

Certify postings of meeting completed on June 7, 2007: faxed to Daily Tribune at 5:34 p.m., US Bank at 5:35 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 5:38 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 5:36 p.m. and e-mailed to Lester Library and Terry Anderson.  Posted at Pritzl’sTrading Post at 6:45 p.m.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  B. Benkowski motioned to approve the minutes from the May 14, 2007 meeting. B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the bills as presented. M. Betker seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007: M. Betker motioned to approve the budget for 2007 as presented. B. Benkowski seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Lipski reported that Wayne Johnson had resigned from the Library Board.  The Town is accepting resumes until June 22 to fill the vacant Library Board position.  L. Ponshock and J. Lipski are planning to meet with Boris Frank to discuss long range planning for the library.

FOUNDATION/ FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN’S REPORT:

Foundation Report- M. Benkowski reported that the Foundation is considering the addition of a new member.

Friends Report- J. Osgood reported that about 113 people have signed up for Fun/Walk/Run scheduled for June 23.  A number of individuals and organizations will be helping with this event.  Volunteers are still needed for the brat fries at Lake Sherwood and Lake Camelot.  A suggestion was made for the coordinating of fundraisers between the Friends, Foundation, and Library Board in the future.

Librarian’s Report – L. Ponshock shared that her daughter had volunteered by painting the library bathrooms.  She also reported these recent donations to the library: $600 in gift certificates for Ace Hardware from Frank and Carol Flammini;

$457.10 from the Romemakers brat sale and matching funds from Thrivent; $60 from Rome Ladies for large print books; crate of used golf balls to sell for $.25 each to be put toward the building project; outdoor canopy from Lake Arrowhead; planter of flowers from Greens Garden Center; Master Gardener's planted four new trees; donations of Campbell's labels, number 10,002. 

Money from the book sale was used for creating a book kit, "Scent of God" by Beryl Singleton Bissell, for our virtual author visit at the July 17 book club meeting.  Other area book clubs will be invited to attend.

A new computer and a refurbished computer were installed at the library.  Due to an administrative error the Town informed the library that an additional amount of $566 will need to be deducted from this year’s library budget for an employee’s pension. L. Ponshock presented the proposed agreement between the South Central Library System and the library.  Discussion of this proposal is planned for the next Library Board meeting.  L. Ponshock will also bring color copier quotes to the next meeting.   L. Ponshock developed a letter for new residents of Rome informing them about the library.  She also reported to the library board that the current value of items in the library that can be borrowed out to patrons is about $240,000.

M. Betker motioned to accept the reports. B. Benkowksi seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

FIVE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY UPDATE:  J. Lipski reported that planning for the anniversary events is moving smoothly.  Inserts went out in the Buyer’s Guide.  Library Board members were encouraged to place more emphasis on the selling of banquet tickets.

LIBRARY/CUSTOMER NEEDS IN YEAR 2020: The July meeting of the Library Board will be devoted to starting the development of long range planning for the future of the library.

LIBRARY PARTICIPATION IN TASTE OF ROME: The dates are July 13 and 14, 2007.  The Library will participate in the parade.  The Library banner will be carried, and those participating are encouraged to wear t-shirts advertising the library.  Library board members are encouraged to find more volunteers to participate.

GENERAL POLICY REVISIONS: Changes were approved as proposed and discussed.

M. Benkowksi motioned to accept the reports. B. Betker seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

 

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS:

-Discussion of approval of Membership Agreement with South Central Library System

-Development of Long Range Plan

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on July 11 at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT:  B. Sparish motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:10 P.M. 

M. Betker seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Tammy Spees

Lester Public Library Board Meeting May 14, 2007

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Library Board Meeting Minutes, April 11, 2007

TOWN OF ROME
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF ROME
1157 ROME CENTER DRIVE
5:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, April 11, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Mary Betker, Barb Sparish, Tammy Spees, Pam Hyland.

ABSENT:  Wayne Johnson

LIBRARY COMPOSITION COMMITTEE:  None

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: Chris Landowski, Mary Ann Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:00 p.m.

Certify postings of meeting completed on April 8, 2007: faxed to Daily Tribune at 9:24 p.m., US Bank at 9:25 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 9:29 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 9:26 p.m. and e-mailed to Lester Library at 9:30 p.m.  Posted on April 9, 2006, 9:00 a.m., at Pritzl'sTrading Post.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  T. Spees motioned to approve the minutes from the April 11, 2007 meeting. M. Betker seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the March 9 and 23 and April 3, 2007 bills as presented. P. Hyland seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007:  M. Betker motioned to approve the budget for 2007 as presented. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Lipski reported that next week is National Library Week.  Information is posted on the library website. 
April 26th is a Fundraising Meeting in Madison. 
The Rome Town Board will appoint a new representative to the Library Board.  A certificate will be presented for Bob Atkinson for his contributions to the Rome Library Board. 
The Taste of the Vine is coming up on April 21st.

FOUNDATION/ FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:
Foundation Report- Chris Landowski reported that the Board of Trustees owns the property that the library was built on, donated by the Sigler's, This is a unique situation. The Town is responsible for paying the bills. If the library building would be vacated, the land would go back to the bank. Because of the Right of Eminent Domain, the Library cannot be forced to move.  A feasibility study needs to be done before building plans can move on.  Library needs will be identified first.  A survey was done two years ago but another is needed because of growth. Community support is here.

Friends Report- J. Osgood reported on the Fun Walk.  $2,000 has already been pledged by area businesses.  Shirts will be printed. A meeting with Neighborhood Watch people is scheduled for April 24th.  They will be asked to man water stations.  Diane Genz has organized the walk.  The cost, which includes lunch and a shirt, will be $15.00.  Foursomes will get a deal. 
Friday, May 11 will be the Annual Friends Meeting at 8:30 a.m.

Librarian's Report - L. Ponshock reported that four people participated in the Knitting for Peace Project.  It will be continued.
The "Books to Movies" Grant has been submitted to General Mills. Comments may be submitted online.
The Library Staff has continued to work on many computer updates. 
Kellie Blazer, Summer School Coordinator for the Nekoosa School District, has arranged for students to be dropped off at the Town Hall for the Summer Library Program on Tuesdays.
A CD "Your Public Library", developed by Bill and Melinda Gates, was viewed by those present.  It dealt with sustaining library support in your community.
National Library Week will be celebrated at the library next week and two tickets will be given away for Taste of the Vine.

B. Sparish motioned to accept the reports. M. Betker seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

FIVE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY UPDATE:  J. Lipski passed out a Schedule of Events flyer. Details for each day can be found on the Rome Library website. Flyers will be placed in the Buyer's Guide , at the banks, Clinic, Library, as stuffers in bags at Pritzl's and in the Nekoosa School District Newsletter. Tickets for the banquet will be available at the next meeting.

LIBRARY/CUSTOMER NEEDS IN YEAR 2020: The focus will be on what the needs are for expansion: Donations, Capital improvement plan of Town of Rome, Survey, Open Forum public meeting.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS: New Trustee?

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on May 9 at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT:  M. Betker motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:17 p.m. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland
Secretary

Library Board Meeting Minutes, March 14, 2007

TOWN OF ROME
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF ROME
1157 ROME CENTER DRIVE
5:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, March 14, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Wayne Johnson, Bob Atkinson, Tammy Spees, Pam Hyland.

ABSENT:  Mary Betker, Barb Sparish

LIBRARY COMPOSITION COMMITTEE:  None

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: Jeanne Osgood

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: Mary Ann Benkowski

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:03 p.m.

Certify postings of meeting completed on March 8, 2007: faxed to Daily Tribune at 9:39 p.m., US Bank at 9:40 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 9:44 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 9:41 p.m. and e-mailed to Lester Library at 9:45 p.m.  Posted on March 10, 2006, 9:00 a.m., at Pritzl'sTrading Post.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  W. Johnson motioned to approve the minutes from the February 14, 2007 meeting. B. Atkinson seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  T. Spees motioned to approve the February 23, 2007 bills as presented. B. Atkinson seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007:  W. Johnson motioned to approve the budget for 2007 through February as presented. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Lipski asked Board members to send Lore  Ponshock's evaluation comments by March 21.  Donations for the Library Board basket donation for Taste of the Vine should be made by April 13.

FOUNDATION/ FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:
Foundation Report-A report was given by Foundation President, Mary Ann Benkowski.  The Library Board was thanked for their support. $100.00 was donated to the Five-year Anniversary Celebration by the Foundation. A suggestion was made to create an award for those who started the initial library. Discussion was held on the Library expansion project.  The library should be a secure place and easily accessible. Can the existing building take an addition?  L. Ponshock noted that the library has been evaluated and can handle an expansion. Further discussion noted the commitment of the Lester and Sigler families.

Friends Report- J. Osgood reported that the Friends are in charge of getting volunteers for Granny's Treasure Nook (will donate all proceeds to the Library Expansion Fund): Brat Fries, and the Walk for the Five-Year Celebration. J. Osgood reported that Rome Realty will donate food and drink at the end of the Walk. J. Lipski thanked the Friends and the Foundation for all they do for the library.

Librarian's Report – L. Ponshock received a thank you from the Nekoosa High School National Honor Society for "Chili for Charity" donation.  A $200.00 donation was received from the Romen Needles Quilt Guild for large print books and magazines.  The South Wood County Volunteer Breakfast is April 17.  Please respond, if attending. Some of the baskets for The Taste of the Vine  Raffle have been received and displayed at the library. Knitting for Peace Day  will be held at the library on March 21—chemo caps and caps for preemies will be knit.  The new Library website has had 435 hits already.  A Hamburger Helper Grant  is being written utilizing books and movies to motivate teen reading.

W. Johnson motioned to accept the reports. B. Atkinson seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

FIVE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY UPDATE:  J. Lipski reported a Schedule of Events flyer will be posted at area businesses and in the Buyer's Guide.

LIBRARY/CUSTOMER NEEDS IN YEAR 2020: The Town of Rome has appointed a committee to look at the feasibility of a new municipal building.  The Library Board has been asked if the Rome Library would be interested in being part of the expansion adjacent to the present building.  A discussion was held and the consensus was not to make a decision until more facts were available.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS: Library Customer Needs in 2020, Update  on Five Year Anniversary

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on April 11 at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT:  B. Atkinson motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:24 p.m. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,
Pam Hyland, Secretary

Library Board Meeting Minutes, February 14, 2007

TOWN OF ROME
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF ROME
1157 ROME CENTER DRIVE
5:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Barb Sparish, Tammy Spees and Pam Hyland.

ABSENT:  Bob Atkinson, Mary Betker, Wayne Johnson

LIBRARY COMPOSITION COMMITTEE:  None

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: None

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: None

LIBRARY STAFF: Lore Ponshock, Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:02 p.m.

Certify postings of meeting completed on February 11, 2006: faxed to Daily Tribune at 4:06 p.m., US Bank at 4:08 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 4:11 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 4:09 p.m. and e-mailed to Lester Library at 4:15 p.m.  Posted February 12, 2006, 9:00 a.m. at Pritzl'sTrading Post.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the minutes from the January 10, 2006 meeting. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  T. Spees motioned to approve the bills as presented. B. Sparish seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2007:  B. Sparish motioned to approve the budget for 2007 as presented. T. Spees seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Lipski reported that he will be attending a CWLS meeting on April 26th on capital campaign. He is looking into training information for new board members that would target one area, possibly the state statutes. The library has received some nice publicity in the Daily Tribune.
April 15-21 is National Library Week. Lester Library will have its Spring Book Sale, a coloring contest for children, and magnets and pencils will be given out. Jim Keith will also put an article in the paper. J. Lipski handed out a list of events for 2007.

FOUNDATION/ FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:
Foundation Report-A report was received from Foundation President, Mary Ann Benkowski. The Wine Tasting Fundraiser at Lake Arrowhead is set for Saturday, April 21. Sponsors are being recruited.  The Library Board will donate a basket for the raffle.
Friends Report-The Friends continue to plan the Walk for the Library to be held Saturday, June 23 in the Rome Business Park.
Librarian's Report-Lore Ponshock shared the annual report and reported that all data collected is compiled into the Wisconsin Public Library Service Data publication which is available at the library. A demonstration of the new library website was given by Lore. Melissa Bailey was hired as Jr. Intern.

T. Spees motioned to accept the reports. B. Sparish seconded.  Motion approved unanimously.

FIVE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY UPDATE:  J. Lipski reported on the progress made by the committee.

LIBRARIAN/LIBRARY GOALS 2007:  B. Sparish motioned to accept goals as presented. T. Spees seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

LIBRARY/CUSTOMER NEEDS IN YEAR 2020: Discussion held.

WIRELESS INTERNET POLICY:  T. Spees motioned to approve the Public IP as wireless internet policy. Seconded by B. Sparish. Motion approved unanimously.

BRAT FRY: Participation in Fall Football Tailgate was discussed. Decision made to not participate this fall.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS: Library Customer Needs in 2020, Update  on Five Year Anniversary

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on March 14th at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT:  T. Spees motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:25 p.m. B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland
Secretary

Library Board Meeting Minutes, January 10, 2007

TOWN OF ROME
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF ROME
1157 ROME CENTER DRIVE
5:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2007

ATTENDEES: Jerry Lipski, Mary Betker, Barb Sparish, Wayne Johnson, Tammy Spees and Pam Hyland.

ABSENT:  Bob Atkinson

LIBRARY COMPOSITION COMMITTEE:  None

FRIENDS REPRESENTATION: None

FOUNDATION REPRESENTATION: None

EXPANSION COMMITTEE: None

LIBRARY STAFF: Marilyn Bailey

Meeting called to order by Jerry Lipski at 5:02 p.m.

Certify postings of meeting completed on January 5, 2006: faxed to Daily Tribune at 7:53 p.m., US Bank at 7:53 p.m., Nekoosa-Port Edwards Bank at 8:04 p.m., Rome Town Hall at 8:01 p.m. and e-mailed to Lester Library at 7:48 p.m.  Posted January 6, 2006,12:30 p.m. at Pritzl'sTrading Post.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:  M. Betker motioned to approve the minutes from the December 13, 2006 meeting. P. Hyland seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

BILL APPROVAL:  W. Johnson motioned to approve the bills as presented. T. Spees seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously.

BUDGET REVIEW 2006:  Copies of the 2006 operating budget were distributed.

BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT:  J. Lipski reported that the security system does work.  There was nothing wrong but the phone system was out.  The Taste of the Vine Fundraiser will be held April 21 at Lake Arrowhead Clubhouse.  There will be baskets for raffle.  The Board will sponsor a basket.  Each member should give their donation of $6.00 to P. Hyland by the March meeting.

FOUNDATION/EXPANSION TEAM/FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT and LIBRARIAN'S REPORT: The Foundation sent out a letter in December asking for donations to the library.  The letter is sent to all taxpayers in Rome. Jerry will investigate its effectiveness. Mary Ann Benkowski is the President of the Foundation.
Friends of the Library: no report
Librarian Report: Lore was ill, so the report was given by Marilyn Bailey. M. Bailey reported that the Computer Info Center (Sagebrush) conversion was completed. The librarians are still learning the system, the instruction book was worthless. They have been calling the company for information.  They will be able to keep track of how many people, the amount of use and for how long the computer wireless system is used.
The anniversary celebration went well. People commented on how happy they were that the library is here and appreciated the cookies.
Book bags were donated to Nekoosa High School for a Chili Feed for Charity.
A Public IP Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy (a wireless standard form) was distributed for Board review to be discussed at the next meeting.
Crimestoppers left free pencils at the library. Free benches were offered by Crimestoppers as a donation.  The donation was accepted by the Board.

FIVE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY UPDATE:  J. Lipski and M. Betker reported that progress is being made on the preparations for the summer celebration as noted at last month's meeting.  All speakers have been confirmed. The speaker for the Sunday dinner is from a La Crosse and is humorous.  The Board will be asked to sell tickets for the event. The Lesters and Siglers will be invited guests. The event will be advertised in the school newsletter. There may also be a blood drive but details are being worked out.

LIBRARIAN/LIBRARY GOALS 2007:  Goals were presented by J. Lipski. Goals were discussed and suggestions made. Goals will be reviewed and approved at the next meeting.

LIBRARY/CUSTOMER NEEDS IN YEAR 2020: This item was deferred until the next meeting when Lore will be present.

NEXT AGENDA ITEMS: IP Procedures, Library Customer Needs in 2020, Update on Taste of the Vine

MEETING DATE:  The next meeting will be at the library on February 14th at 5:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT:  W. Johnson motioned to adjourn the meeting at 5:52 p.m. B. Sparish seconded the motion.  Motion approved unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Pam Hyland
Secretary