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Board Meeting Minutes
May 19 , 2010
Central Library, Board Room
4:00 p.m.
ATTENDING
K. Alford; R. Manning; S. Jones; D. Stack; J. Kianka; J. Suddaby
ABSENT
V. Biesiada; R. McMahon; H. J. Hubert; B. Morgan-Baker; A. Lombardi
ALSO PRESENT
E. Dailey; R. NaPier; G. Cox; K. Osmond; S. Carmer; K. Park; R. Dunsmore; D. Headd; E. Loftus; S. Kushner
WELCOME
Ms. Suddaby called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Ms. Dailey gave a report on the following topics:
- RFPs: Ms. Dailey gave an update on the RFP process for the Library Space Consultant for the Central Library and the Construction Manager for the branch infrastructure project.
- Tully’s Tea: Ms. Dailey was the keynote speaker at Tully’s 75th anniversary jubilee tea gathering on Sunday, May 16th. It was very well attended and a wonderful time was had by all.
- Budget Votes: All the school district library budget votes passed.
- VRRs: Central and branches have had some part-time employees that are leaving, so the Library will be sending out justifications to the County to fill those positions.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ms. Stack moved the minutes of the April 14, 2010 Board meeting. Mr. Manning seconded, the motion carried unanimously
ACTION/DISCUSSION
Action Items
Resolution: 10-16 Mr. Manning moved the following resolution:
Resolved, That the OCPL Board of Trustees approves the submission of the 2009 State Annual
Reports for OCPL and the OCPL system.
Mr. Kianka seconded, the motion carried unanimously.
Discussion Items
- 1st Quarter Forecast: Ms. Carmer reviewed the 1st quarter forecast handouts.
- 2011 Budget Goals: Ms. Suddaby mentioned that Ms. Dailey, Ms. Carmer, Mr. Manning and she met with Mr. Fisher to discuss the library’s 2011 preliminary goals, which are:
- Present budgets for System Services, Branches and Central libraries to enable better communication with County Legislators, the County Executive, and Suburban libraries.
- Work on implementing the full functionality of the technology the Library already has in place to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
- To utilize OCPL and Member Board members in their field of expertise and connections they have to help forge more partnerships.
OCSL
Mr. Kushner announced that OCSL (Onondaga County Suburban Libraries) has changed their name to OCSLD (Onondaga County Suburban Library Directors).
Mr. Kushner mentioned how wonderful the Onondaga Free Library’s new design is.
FOCL
Ms. Headd reported that FOCL’s next lecture is Jeff Toobin on May 18th.
Ms. Headd mentioned the following fundraising efforts on behalf of the Library:
1)A Silent Auction: that was held on April 15th at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo
2) Sara Gruen Luncheon: in conjunction with CNY Reads
3) An Additional Lecture: with author Amy Dickinson on Thursday, June 3rd at the Palace Theatre
The OCPL Board expressed their appreciation for the added efforts in raising funds for the Library.
FOUNDATION
Mr. Kianka mentioned the Foundation met in April to review their direction and purpose. They are looking for more annual funding support from businesses as well as business support for a particular project or function.
Mr. Kianka reported that Ms. Lombardi helped solicit $2,500 from a company to help support the Foundation’s summer literacy project.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Government Relations
Mr. Manning reviewed his handout on the key events within the last month and the upcoming events of the Committee.
Finance
Mr. Kianka commented on the meeting Ms. Lombardi, Ms. Carmer and he had with Mr. Kunda from Alliance Bank. Alliance Bank will be giving a quarterly report for the Board in September.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Ms. Suddaby reported on the following topics: Onondaga Free Library: She attended their grand opening and was impressed with the complete renovation. Jeffrey Toobin Lecture: Ms. Suddaby attended the lecture. She gave kudos to Ms. Head and FOCL for all their hard work. Executive Director’s Evaluation: It was noted in the evaluation that the Board would like to see the Director participate in more community events and discussed how they can help her to achieve this goal
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 5:15 p.m., Mr. Alford moved to go into executive session to discuss a personnel matter. Mr. Kianka seconded.
ADJOURNMENT
Ms. Stack moved to adjourn open session.
Ms. Suddaby adjourned the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Gail M. Cox
Administrative Aide
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