Warsaw Public Library
Board of Trustees
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The Tuesday, March 12, 2013 Board of Trustees meeting was called to order by president Suzanne Aldinger at 7:10 pm. Present were trustees: Suzanne Aldinger, Margaret Zeches, David Almeter, Janice Kelsey, Susannah Heubusch, Library director - Lisa Gricius and Warsaw Town Board liaison - Shani Jones.
A motion was made by Margaret Zeches to waive the reading of the February 12, 2013 minutes.
Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Motion carried
The evaluation forms for Library Director were not ready and a motion was made by Susannah Heubusch and 2nd by Margaret Zeches to table them until the May 14, 2013 meeting.
Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Motion carried
As Mr. Standera has yet to submit an estimate for the replacement of the lighting grids there was a discussion on whether we should find someone that is more reliable. No decision was made at this time.
The baseboard heating unit in the Children's Room is waiting on T & D Plumbing finding a certain type of unit.
A motion was made by Margaret Zeches and 2nd by Susannah Heubusch to approve the payment of vouchers #50 - # 69 in the amount of $11,250.76.
Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Motion carried
Library Director Lisa Gricius received two estimates for a computer desk to be paid for from the sale of the oak card catalogue. As both estimates were within $20.00 of each other (under $400) the final decision was left to the Director.
The subject of the annual book sale was brought up. It was suggested that instead of running it just the usual Thursday and Friday that we also extend it to Saturday. No decision was made at this time.
System will be providing an entertainer in July and August. Do not know who or about what at this time.
There was a discussion about a new contract for the maintenance and cleaning of the Library to be drawn up. The only one on file is over 10 years old and had been drawn up by the Town. The question came up as to whether the Town would let the Library use the services of Town Attorney David DiMatteo (at no charge) to draw up a contract between the Library and the contractor. Town liaison - Shani Jones will present the request at the Wednesday, March 13, 2013 Warsaw Town Board meeting.
Director and Children's Services report (See Attached)
The board went over the summary and proposals for the Long Range Plan 2013-2018. It was decided to accept what had been presented. Goals will stay the same. However the mission statement will change to read: The Warsaw Public Library's mission is to provide our community with a welcoming destination for life-long learning where patrons have access to quality materials, information-seeking resources, services and programs that promote the joy of reading, foster the pursuit of knowledge and enrich their lives.
A motion was made by Susannah Heubusch and 2nd by Margaret Zeches to adjourn the meeting. Meeting was adjourned at 8:35 pm
Submitted by Susannah Heubusch
