Minutes
Sept. 28, 2006
Present: L. Bailey, ex officio; E. BarShalom, E. Chibeau, S.Q. Clark, presiding, B. Katz, M. Johnson, R.
Pollack, recording, C.Rees,
D. Truman.
Absent: J. Pao
The meeting was called to order 7:05 PM
MINUTES: Minutes of the July 20, 2006 meeting were accepted.
COMMUNICATIONS: None
LIBRARIAN REPORT:
Planning Presentation
1. L. Bailey had two meetings with
Chris Bradley and the Planning Committee about deciding which community needs
the library can meet. The Librarians also spoke with Chris Bradley.
2. The Board was asked to pick 4
library service priorities as areas to concentrate upon. Originally there were
thirteen but was narrowed down by the staff.
3. They are Commons, Cultural
Awareness, Current Topics and Titles and Lifelong learning. Commons involves
the usage of the auditorium and other meeting rooms and supports access to
information. Cultural Awareness helps residents gain an understanding of
their own cultural heritage and those of others. It was exemplified by
having the librarians as the only English speakers at a Saturday meeting.
Current Topics is providing links to information with community organization
and Town agencies. Lifelong learning addresses the desire of self
directed personal growth. Discussion followed.
4. In order of importance, the
Board selected Current Topics, Life Long Learning, Cultural Awareness and
lastly Commons.
5. The final Planning Committee
presentation will take place Nov. 16 at 6PM. There will be a catered
dinner and the Library’s plan will be presented to the committee members.
The Board is invited.
New Business: Term Expirations: Eva BarShalom
will continue as a Board Member. Marietta Johnson will not. The Board
accepted her resignation with regrets. Since Jung Pao
was not present he will be asked by L. Bailey if he wishes to
continue.
Old Business: None
The Meeting adjourned at 7 50PM.
Submitted by,
Rita Pollack, Recording Secretary