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 Libarary.

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

Members Absent: Kathy Graveline, Kathleen Greene,

Others Present: Barbara Smith

Public Present: None

Correspondence:
Thank you note from Lauren Webber for the cashmere scarf given as a going away gift.

Next Meeting Date:
Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Prospect Public Library.

Approval of Previous Minutes November 4, 2010:
A general discussion was held. Nancy Via moved that the minutes be approved as presented, seconded by Ira Kamm. Six voted in favor, Suzanne Loud abstained. Motion Carried.

Treasurer’s Report:
A general discussion was held. A motion was made by Carole Moschella to accept the December, 2010 and January, 2011 Treasurer’s reports as presented, seconded by Judy Kennelly. Motion Unanimous.

Librarian’s Report:
A general discussion was held. A motion was made by Ira Kamm to accept the December, 2010 and January, 2011 Librarian’s reports, seconded by Suzanne Loud. Motion Unanimous.

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

Chairman’s Report:
Chairperson Susan H. McKernan reported the Library was closed on January 12, 2011 due to the snow storm and opened at 12:00 p.m. on January 13, 2011 to keep both staff and patrons safe.

Old Business:
A general discussion was held on the second draft of the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2011-2012. Motion by Lorraine Dixon to approve the $247,916.00 Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2011 – 2012, seconded by Ira Kamm. Motion Unanimous.

New Business:
A general discussion was held on the resignation of Assistant Director Loren Webber. Motion by Carole Moschella to accept the resignation of Loren Webber with deep regrets, seconded by Judy Kennelly. Motion Unanimous.

Quotes for copier replacement from three different companies were distributed to Board members for review and discussion at the next Board meeting.

A motion was made by Lorraine Dixon at 9:00 p.m. to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Ira Kamm. Motion carried unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Susan H. McKernan, Chairperson

Anne Marie Burr, Clerk