HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-01-12 MinutesThe Board of Trustees of the Roberta Fulbright Memorial Library met
at the library, January 12, 1976. Members present were: B. Bassett,
M. Brewer, D. Wood, N. Murphy, and G. Shelton.
By-laws requested by Glen Smith regarding funding and financial oper-
ations. Harriet Jasmine requested library open at night. B. Bassett
explained about cutback of city funds. John Squires requests more
consideration of employed library patrons, particularly evening hours.
B. Bassett suggested a public poll to decide what hours are desired.
G. Shelton remarked that increased hours will mean more money and
employees. Volunteers were suggested through CETA program. B. Bassett
questioned whether Workman's Compensation would cover volunteers.
1976 Officers elected:
President - Bill Bassett
Secretary - Dottie Wood
Treasurer - Narni Murphy
Martha Brewer welcomed as new board member. D. Wood, N. Murphy, M. Brewer
will decide on gift to honor past board members.
Mrs. Keith reported that house east of library will be demolished and cleared
by city. There are no funds available for parking lot; grass will be planted.
Mrs. Wright gave resume of 1970-75 circulation and microfilming of heavily
used magazines. She feels that Fayetteville Library should be research center
for Ozark area. Loss of books is very small for large circulation.
N. Murphy reported that we can't use city retirement plan. B. Bassett will
check into 3 alternative plans. Question raised by 5 day week. Move - second
on agreed previous salary increases.
Motion made - second to explore possiblity of other funding and second employee
through CETA program.
Motion made - second for retirement of employees.
Motion made - second for feasability studing on operating hours and closing
the library on Monday.
1976 budget approved.
Secretary
Dottie Wood
Attached: Monthly report - Mrs. Keith
Treasurer's report - Mrs. Murphy
