Prospect Public Library
September 13, 2001
Chairwoman S. McKernan called a meeting of the Prospect Public Library to order at 7:15 p.m.
Members Present: D. Merriman, S. McKernan, J. Kennelly, C. Moschella, K. Senese,
T. Marczewski, J. Reilly
Members Absent: T. Misset, K. Graveline
Others Present: B. Peterson
Public Participation: None
Correspondence: a library patron sent a thank you to B. Peterson regarding the
summer reading program.
The next regular meeting date is Thursday, October 11, 2001.
Approval of Minutes:
T. Marczewski a motion to approve the minutes of the August 9, 2001 meeting as presented.
J. Kennelly seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Treasurers Report:
The Treasurer's report (prepared by B. Peterson) was reviewed and discussed. J. Kennelly
made a motion to approve the Treasurer's Report as presented. J. Reilly seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously.
Librarian's Report:
DSL is up and running. The change of the Library Craft Program to Tuesday mornings
has been successfully enacted. K. Senese made a motion to approve the Librarian's Report.
C. Moschella seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Library Bills:
T. Marczewski made a motion to pay the library bills as presented. Seconded by C. Moschella.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman's Report:
Omitted.
Old Business:
Technology Report:
An interruption of DSL was experienced once this past month. The problem was identified
and the system is up and running.
Library Sponsored Programs:
Allen Kerr, Carmody & Torrance, LLP suggested a change to paragraph 3 of the "Library
Sponsored Programs". Vote on changes tabled until next meeting. Library Director will consult
Mayor R. Chatfield regarding Attorney to develop release form, relative to Library sponsored
programs.
New Business:
A general discussion regarding Removal of the Adult Card Catalog, an annoucement to this
effect to be published in the Prospect Pages. Motion made by J. Kennelly to accept removal
of Adult Card Catalog by December 1, 2001 and to provide training oppurtunities to the
public. Seconded by D. Merriman. Motion carried 6 to 1.
General Discussion regarding the Town Ordinance for false alarms as it applies to the
Library. The Library Director will clarify with Mayor R. Chatfield regarding how to proceed
with documentation of violations, and notifications of fines dues, and to whom fines are
paid. Motion made by D. Merriman to accept as policy the ordinance of the Town regarding fines
for false alarms. Seconded by T. Marczewski. Motion carried. B. Peterson asked for discussion of
Prospect Public Library Internet Policy Rules. Motion made by D. Merriman to open discussion.
Seconded by C. Moschella. General Discussion followed regarding any violations by patrons to
current Policy. Motion made by T. Marczewski to enter into executive session. Seconded by
J. Reilly. Motion carried. Executive Session began at 8:41 p.m. No motions or votes taken during
Executive session, which ended at 8:48 p.m.
T. Marczewski made a motion to adjourn at 8:49 p.m. Seconded by J. Kennelly. Motion carried.
Respectfully Submitted:
Martine T. Scott, Clerk
Susan H. McKernan, Chairwoman