Prospect Public Library
February 8, 2001
Chairwoman S. McKernan called a meeting of the Prospect Public Library to order
at 7:02 p.m.
Members Present: T. Misset, T. Marczewski, D. Merriman, C. Moschella, K. Senese
Members Absent: J. Kennelly, J. Berardi, K. Graveline
Others Present: B. Peterson
Public Participation: None
Correspondence: None
The next regular meeting date is Thursday, March 8, 2001.
Approval of Minutes:
T. Marczewski made a motion to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2001 meeting as
presented. D. Merriman seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Treasurer's Report:
The Treasurer's Report (prepared by B. Peterson) was reviewed and discussed. T. Marczewski
made a motion to approve the Treasurer's Report as presented. C. Moschella seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously.
Librarian's Report:
The Librarian's Report was reviewed and discussed. T. Marczewski made a motion to approve the
Librarian's Report. T. Misset seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Library Bills:
T. Marczewski made a motion to pay the library bills as presented. K. Senese seconded the
motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Chariman's Report:
A general discussion was held regarding a fallen library lamppost that was removed and will
be replaced by the Town crew. The person responsible for the damage will pay the cost of the
lamppost.
Old Business:
Technology Report:
Star Computers will be resolving our export of records problem this month. B. Smith to
attend a reQuest ILL meeting during the month.
New Business:
A lengthy discussion was held regarding the Library's Internet policy. Policy revisions were
proposed.
A discussion was held regarding possible solutions such as heating coils on the roof to melt
ice, a gutter extension from the roof over the book drop or purchasing an exterior book drop
for the winter. A site assessment for possible locations for the book drop will be held on
Saturday, February 10, 2001 at 9:30 a.m. attended by the sub-committee. K. Senese made a
motion to expend up to $2000.00 for an exterior book drop pending a favorable site assessment.
D. Merriman seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
A motion to adjourn was made at 8:33 p.m. by T. Marczewski, seconded by C. Moschella.
Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted:
Linda Castro, Clerk
Susan H. McKernan, Chairwoman