The Prospect Public Library Board of Directors meeting was called to order by Chairperson Susan H. McKernan, at 7:00 p.m. at the Prospect Public Library.

Members Present: Susan H. McKernan, Carole Moschella, Ira Kamm, Lorraine Dixon, Nancy Via, Kathleen Greene, Suzanne Loud, Judy Kennelly and Carole Moschella

Members Absent: Kathy Graveline

Others Present: Barbara Smith, Loren Webber

Public Present: None

Correspondence: None

Next Meeting Date:
Thursday, January 8, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Prospect Public Library

Approval of Previous Minutes October 9, 2008:
A general discussion was held. Carole Moschella moved that the minutes be approved as presented and Kathleen Greene seconded the motion. Unanimous.

Treasurer’s Report:
A general discussion was held. A motion was made by Suzanne Loud to accept the December, 2008 Treasurer’s report, seconded by Ira Kamm. Motion Unanimous.

Librarian’s Report:
A general discussion was held. Barbara Smith informed the Board that a new library clerk and a custodian were hired. The budget for 2009-2010 needs to be submitted to the Town Hall by February 2nd. A motion was made by Lorraine Dixon to approve the Librarian's Report, seconded by Nancy Via. Motion Unanimous.

Approval of Bills:
A general discussion was held. Motion by Nancy Via to accept the bills for payment as presented, seconded by Lorraine Dixon. Motion Unanimous.

Chairman’s Report:
Thank you to Carole Moschella and Judy Kennelly for chairing the Christmas Meeting. Thank you to Barbara Smith and Loren Webber for decorations in the Library.

Old Business:
A general discussion was held on the proposed Library budget for 2009/10.

New Business:
None

A motion was made at 7:30 p.m. by Judy Kennelly to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Ira Kamm. Motion Unanimous.

Respectfully submitted,