The Prospect Public Library Board of Directors meeting was called to order by Chairperson Susan H. McKernan, at 7:02 p.m. at the Prospect Public Library.

Members Present: Susan H. McKernan, Carole Moschella, Ira Kamm, Judy Kennelly, Kathy Graveline, Carole Moschella

Members Absent: Lorraine Dixon, Nancy Via, Kathleen Greene, Suzanne Loud

Others Present: Barbara Smith

Public Present: None

Correspondence: Card from Lucy Smegielski thanking Lauren Webber for the program presented at the Senior Center.

Next Meeting Date:
Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Prospect Public Library

Approval of Previous Minutes October 9, 2008:
A general discussion was held. Judy Kennelly moved that the minutes be approved as presented and Ira Kamm seconded the motion. Four votes in favor. Susan H. McKernan abstained. Motion Carried.

Treasurer’s Report:
A general discussion was held. A motion was made by Kathy Graveline to accept the November, 2008 Treasurer’s report, seconded by Carole Moschella. Motion Unanimous.

Librarian’s Report:
A general discussion was held. A motion was made by Ira Kamm to accept the Librarian’s report, seconded by Judy Kennelly. Motion Unanimous.

Approval of Bills:
A general discussion was held. Motion by Carole Moschella to accept the bills for payment as presented, seconded by Kathy Graveline. Motion Unanimous.

Chairman’s Report:
Carole Moschella will order breakfast for the library staff from Spill The Beans for the December 17, 2008 staff meeting at 9:00 a.m. There are seven staff members expected to be present at the meeting.

Old Business:
A general discussion was held on the revised policy for internet usage. Motion by Carole Moschella to approve the revised policy for internet usage, seconded by Ira Kamm. Motion Unanimous.

New Business:
A general discussion was held on the first draft of the Proposed Library Budget for 2009-2010.

The proposed budget transfer to the Continued Maintenance fund was put on hold until the account is at a zero balance.

A motion was made at 7:21 p.m. by Ira Kamm to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Judy Kennelly. Motion Unanimous.

Respectfully submitted,