9/9/2004 BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES Minutes

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Long-Range Plan (continued from page 1 ,44 _ -- - - - - - - - - - - Independent learning,center-is very-popular.- - - _ if Janet were full-time then formal education program could be broadened. + Under previous Plan we were required to open 36 hours per week. With 2000 census we need to be open 40 hours per week and at least one evening. we will befine—ahead o schedule. Perception changer-People's expectations of what they can find in the Mashpee Library have risen. People making use of Library since CLAMS also speeds turn-around. Time to update written policies so in future meetings these will be pulled to review and update. Each year in September review Monitoring Plan, that is, what's been done; changed; etc. oal ...The list of goals were discussed and Helene provided feedback and updates on each item, as well as explaining the on-going process. Motion: Carlo motioned to accept the Long-Range Flan as presented at this meeting; Fianna seconded this motion; and it was unanimously approved. All Trustees will sign the Long-Range Plan for submission. Discussion David advised that Sheldon Gilbert, Library Building Committee, submitted an R`Q (request for qualifications)to get an architect on board, which is a requirement of Tetter of Intent for a grant. David read an e-mail Sheldon Gilbert sent to the Board of Library Commissioners informing them of this filing. Nancy Stafford and Helene Defoe agreed to service on the RFQ Review Panel. Library Trustees Members David announced that Nancy Soderberg submitted a letter of interest to be considered as a candidate to serve on the Board of Library Trustees to fill the unexpired term of our departed Trustee, Alice Rauppius. The Trustees all read fancy Soderberg's letter and reviewed her background, experience and qualifications. Motion: Ann motioned that we appoint Nancy Soderberg to the Board of Library Trustee to ill the vacancy left by the late Alio Ruppius,effective tonight and contingent upon her being sworn in at the Town Clerk's Office; Nancy seconded this motion; and it was unanimously approved. Technical Services Librarian Helene noted that Sandy left at the end of August and that 5 applicants expressed an interest in the position. Of these five,Helen and David deterrm*ned that three of there had the qualifications needed for this position. Helene, David, and Marilyn Farren,Personnel Administrator, recommended Bridget Bontrager as the top candidate. Bridget is currently employed at Vineyard Maven Library. David advised that this matter is on the Selectmen's agenda for their meeting on Monday. Motion: David motioned to nominate and appoint M.Bridget Bontrager as Technical Services Librarian to begin early October; Dianna seconded the motion; and it was unanimously approved.