Prospect Public Library
October 10, 2002
Chairwoman S. McKernan called a meeting of the Prospect Public Library to order at 7:10 p.m.
Members Present: S. McKernan, C. Moschella, K. Senese, J. Kennelly, T. Misset, M. Byrne, J. Reilly, T. Marczewski (left meeting at 8:20 p.m.)
Members Absent: none
Others Present: B. Peterson
Public Participation: none
Correspondence: none
The next regular meeting date is Thursday, November 14, 2002.
Approval of Minutes: T. Marczewski made a motion to accept the minutes of the meeting held September 12, 2002. Second by T. Misset. Motion carried unanimously.
Treasurer's Report: A general discussion of the Treasurer's report (prepared by B. Peterson). K. Senese made a motion to accept the Treasurer's report as prepared. Second by T. Misset. Motion carried unanimously.
Librarian's Report: A general discussion. A motion to accept the Librarian's report as presented for this October meeting was made by T. Marczewski. Second by T. Misset. Motion carried unanimously.
Approval of Bills: Motion made by T. Marczewski to pay the bills as presented. Seconded by K. Senese. Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman's Report: The Chairwoman met with Anne Fortier regarding lighting for the holiday season. All needed arrangements have been made regarding the desired outside lighting.
Old Business: Technology Report: General discussion.
New Business: Discussion and revision of approval policies manual. General discussion took place. Suggestions made are to be presented for approval at the November Board meeting.
Discussion and vote on utilization of State Grant Fund and Connecticard reimbursement. General discussion regarding new fixtures that would better accommodate the Children's Room in areas for picture books and videos.
J. Reilly made a motion to approve the purchase and installation of 6 metal browsing bins and 3 mobile video revolving displays, using $1868.33 from the State Grant, $1320.92 from Connecticard reimbursement and $111.67 from the Gift funds, to cover total cost of $3306.74. Second by M. Byrne. Motion carried unanimously.
Discussion and vote on funding of peripherals to accompany new systems (printer, bar code scanner, mouse). General discussion. Items deemed to be supplies; therefore no vote need be taken.
Motion to adjourn made by J. Reilly at 8:50 p.m. Second by J. Kennelly. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted:
Martine T. Scott, Clerk
Susan H. McKernan, Chairwoman