CALL TO ORDER:

President Johnson called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m., in the Library Board Room.

ROLL CALL:

Present: Mrs. Johnson, Mr. Hostetter, Mrs. Mann, Mrs. Britt, and Ms. Lee

Staff: Al Milo, Library Director
Betty Schwarzkopf CPS, Administrative Secretary
Michael O'Brien, Library Technical Services Manager

MINUTES OF MARCH 22, 2001:

Mrs. Britt moved and Ms. Lee seconded that the Minutes of March 22, 2001 be approved. The motion carried.

WARRANT REGISTER FOR APRIL 2001:

Mr. Hostetter moved and Mrs. Mann seconded that the April 2001 Warrant Register in the amount of $56,963.95 be approved. The motion was approved.

EXPENDITURE SUMMARY FOR APRIL 2001:

The report was filed.

REPORTS:

1. Director's Report

   There was discussion on the Main Library roof leak and the recent repairs, the meeting rooms upgrade, and Night in Fullerton. The Friends are underwriting the cost of the Friday night event with a $1,000 donation.

   Mr. Hostetter commented that he was impressed with the caliber of library staff and stressed the importance of continuing to support staff development opportunities, such as those mentioned in the monthly report.

2. Friends of the Library

   Ms. Lee reported that the Friends are planning a one-day paperback book sale on Saturday, July 14.

3. Library Foundation

   Ms. Britt reported that the Foundation received a $10,000 donation. The lecture series was a huge success, and there are plans for another one next year. The Foundation has an interest in linking to the City's web site. The donor wall will soon need to be expanded.

ACTIVITY REPORT FOR MARCH 2001:

The report was filed.

OLD BUSINESS:

1. Library Vision Statement

   Mr. Hostetter presented the draft he developed by including all the Board Members' comments and suggestions. After working together on several drafts, there was consensus on the following:

   "The Fullerton Public Library will be integral to the City's intellectual and cultural life, deeply rooted in and responsive to our diverse community. The Library will provide free and equal access to information, knowledge and ideas; promote personal enrichment and life-long learning; encourage literacy and the love of reading in all age groups; and foster cultural and educational programs and partnerships. The Library will ensure quality service through positive human connections and an inviting environment."

   Director Milo will share copies of the final draft with the Friends and the Foundation.

2. Library Goals/Services Responses

   This item was continued to next meeting

NEW BUSINESS:

1. Library Automation System Progress Report

   Library Technical Services Manager, Michael O'Brien, explained that on January 1 of this year, RFPs were sent to eight vendors. Six responses were received.

   Three vendors were selected to make presentations to staff and to demonstrate their products. Staff was asked to evaluate each of the three.

   Based on staff's evaluations, the vendor demonstrations, and vendor references, the Library Management Team will be recommending that negotiations begin with "epixtech" for a new integrated library system.

ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS:

Mrs. Britt moved and Mrs. Mann seconded that the donations in the amount of $484.68 be accepted, including $450 from the Fullerton Rotary Club. The motion was approved.

CORRESPONDENCE

There was no correspondence to report.

BOARD MEMBER ROUND TABLE:

Mrs. Johnson said she had an idea for a part-time position and requested the Board's consideration. She suggested the title "Community Activity Coordinator."

To fund the position, she recommended applying for literacy grants, and requesting the Foundation fund the position for one year. She explained that the duties of the coordinator would be to oversee an adult literacy program, community outreach programs for young adults, publicity, and a teen advisory board. If the position proves to be valuable, consideration could be given to making it permanent in the future.

Mrs. Britt suggested an on-line book club for teens.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

No comments.

ADJOURNMENT:

Ms. Lee moved and Mr. Hostetter seconded that the meeting adjourn at 4 p.m. The motion carried.