Prospect Public Library

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