HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-07-14 MinutesBoard of Directors Fayetteville Public Library Meeting: 4:00 p.m., July 14, 1986 Present: Board members Bobbye Hay, Margaret Salassi, Lois Miller; Director Linda Harrison; Carol Wright, Ozarks Regional Library; Deryl Burch, Director of Public Works, City of Fayetteville, Staff members Genie Donovan, Elizabeth Danley and Cathy Whitney. President Miller introduced Deryl Burch who gave a report on the proposed repair or replacement of the library ceiling (see attached informa- tion). Mr. Burch stated that the report to the Board was late due to the time required for the necessary studies and tests. Those studies and tests indicate that there has been no health risk to staff or library users. Mr. Burch indicated that total removal and replacement of the library ceiling at an estimated cost of $250,000-$300,000 has been recommended to the City Board. To do this the library must be closed six to eight weeks and completely emptied of books and furniture. The books would be cleaned as part of the removal and replacement contract; possibly packing could be included, too. A contractor with the special expertise and equipment neces- sary is being sought. Mr. Burch said he estimated arrangements for the job could not be made until mid- to late -1987. Several months of pre -notice time should be given. Board members discussed possibilities for limited temporary library service and book and furniture storage during the work on the ceiling. Carol Wright suggested letters to American Libraries and libraries which had similar prob- lems, asking how the situation had been handled by other libraries. Questions were raised about moving costs, boxes for storage, possible rental space, and schedules for moving. President Miller thanked Mr. Burch for his presentation. Staff member Donovan stated that the staff preferred continuing work during the period the building was closed. She also volunteered to prepare a press release to inform library users on the status of the ceiling and plans for its replacement. After the departure of Mr. Burch and staff members, the regular Board meeting proceeded. Minutes were approved as read. Director Harrison pre sented the statistical and financial rpeorts. She pointed out that after apyment of the last bill for the genealogy workshop it was clear the library had realized a small profit of $64.53. President Miller gave a repret on the very favorable response to the workshop. The Board discussed possible speakers for future workshops. Director Harrison reported that Anna V� erhies has resigned to return to college and been replaced by Brenda Stout. Eric Holcomb has resigned to accept an assistantship at an Iowa university and4 re"placed by Pam Sabo. Sue Walker requested reduction to half-time service. Jenifer Yarnelle has been hired to fill the half-time position resulting. Carol Wright's resignation as Director of the Ozarks Regional Library effective December 1, 1986 was announced. Board members expressed their appreciation for her past services and hopes for a comparable replacement. In a review of June minute items, Director Harrison stated that the Friends of the Library were delighted to learn they will receive library discards for their sale. Also, the gaslight has been removed. Further attempts to contact Dr. Duncan brought no response. The white dogwood was planted by the girl scout troop. The appraiser has looked at the Indian painting and will mail his appraisal. President Miller presented the attached Book Endowment Fund report which shows purchases from January 1 through July 3 totaled $1,919.48 for genealogy and $2,329.89 for reference. The savings account balace is $1,313.38; the checking account balance is $609.47. Mrs. Miller requested advice on investment of maturing certificate of deposit funds and savings account funds which are accumulated from donations and memorials. The concensus of Board opinion was that investment should be made as seems indicated by the best interest rate ont >he date of maturity of the Certificates of Deposit. The meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 2L'LlArBobbye S. Hey, Secreta,/y