12/8/2015 BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES Minutes

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Approval of Minutes Mark Wright motioned to accept the Regular Meeting minutes of November 10, 2015 as presented. Motion was seconded by John Kowalski. VOTE: Yes -4; 1 -Abstain. Roll Call Vote: Joan Lyons, yes Mark Wright, yes John Kowalski, yes Carlo D'Este, yes Mary LeClair, abstain Kate Milde (not present when vote taken) Reports Kathy Mahoney's report for the month of November was discussed. One of the topics discussed was the request to replace old book carts. The old book carts would be declared surplus property and DPW would add them to Town surplus property inventory. Motion; Mary LeClair motioned the Library is to purchase book carts, not to exceed cost of $5,000. Mark Wright seconded the motion. VOTE: Yes -6. Roll Call Vote: Joan Lyons, yes Mark Wright, yes John Kowalski, yes Carlo D'Estc, yes Mazy LeClair, yes Kate Milde, yes Kathy advised that the Library's budget conference at Town Hall is scheduled for December 17`h. Carlo D'Este and Mark Wright will attend, with Jack Kowalski serving as alternate should one of these individuals not be able to attend. John Cotton exited the meeting at 5:15 p.m. Friends of the Mashpee Public Library Kate Milde said she attended, but had to leave early. Kate said the Friends are looking to change their meeting time to accommodate schedules of attendees. Kathy Mahoney said she attended the meeting. It was a good re -organizational meeting. Selander check was received several months ago. Friends are getting lists in order and recruiting people. They would like to do an annual report or newsletter. Kathy said the centerpiece workshop today sponsored by the Friends was well attended and was successful. Mark Wright passed around a thank you note to the Trustees from Ceil Sneider. Cape Cod Summer Food Service Prem Kathy reported she attended a coalition meeting at the Hyannis YMCA with various groups who participate in a free lunch summer program for any child 18 years and younger to provide free lunches when schools not open to provide free meals. The group is interested in having Mashpee participate and thought Library would be an excellent partner. The Trustees expressed support for this initiative. Kathy will consult with Town Manager to determine if there are any other considerations related to participating. John Kowalski exited the meeting at 5:45 p.m.