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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOperational Report from Dana To: M. Rebecca Loader From: Dana Weigman Subject: October 2006 Operational Report Date: October 28, 2006 I. Programs rd A. Friends of the Library met on October 3 at the Dragon House restaurant. Rita Norberg was elected treasurer, and the group decided to again collect books for Project Bookshelf in November and December. A new brochure is being designed for the Friends group; a few modifications are being made before the final product can be printed. B. At home service continues to be a popular service of the library. A new brochure is also being designed to promote this program, which will be available to the public in November. One new patron was added to this service this month, bringing the total number to nine. C. Volunteers logged a total of 19 hours this month, mostly delivering materials to at home patrons and working on labeling and shifting reference materials. II. Collection A. No additions to the CD collection were made this month as the budget for the year has been expended. III. Projects A. Furniture bids have been submitted by three companies for new desks and work areas upstairs. Becky and I met with representatives from the two companies with the best bids, and are awaiting final changes before making a decision. Both companies could deliver within three weeks of order placement. B. English as a second language students from Columbia Heights toured th the library on October 5. Thirteen adults were introduced to library services and collections. Several obtained cards and have been regular library patrons since the tour. C. Fidelity Building Services conducted a walk through of the library on th October 4. Some small issues were addressed, but in general the cleaning has been adequate. D. Library displays for the month include “It was a dark and stormy night,” featuring mystery novels. The lobby display highlights a collection of non-fiction titles encouraging patrons to “Try something new.” New fiction and non-fiction are also on display. October is Polish American Heritage Month and so the display case in the East room features items from Poland, compliments of the Sister City organization. th E. Make a difference day was celebrated on October 27. Many staff members contributed various items to the SACA group. IV. Meetings th A. A meeting was held at the Ridgedale Library on October 25 regarding the Museum Adventure Pass. I attended along with Mary Caven and Janet Kleckner of Anoka County Libraries. Outreach programs to compliment the pass programs were discussed. rd B. I was introduced to the Columbia Heights City Council on October 3. Everyone was very welcoming.