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APPROVED
August 6, 2008
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES
July 1, 2008
The meeting was called to order by Chair, Barbara Miller at 7:08 p.m. Members present were, Barbara Miller,
Catherine Vesley, Patricia Sowada, and Lynette Thomson. Also present: Becky Loader, Stacey Hendren, and City
Council Representative Bruce Kelzenberg. Not Present: Nancy Hoium.
The minutes of the June 3, 2008, Board meeting were approved as mailed.
The bill list dated 6/23/08 was reviewed. It was moved, seconded and passed that the bills be paid.
The accounting dated 7/1/08 was reviewed.
Discussion followed concerning the proposed merger of the Anoka County and Anoka County Library IS
Departments.
Old Business:
1. Loader has received two resignations this past month. Lynn Tollefson, Library Supervisor, had her last
th
day June 30. Teri Olberding, Library Page, has received a full time job and will have her last day July
nd
2. Teri will possibly be staying on as a sub, or on the Saturday schedule in the fall.
2. Due to weather concerns the Library did not participate in the Columbia Heights Jamboree Parade. The
Board would like to thank and recognize all those that helped make the float and prepare for the parade.
New Business:
1. The Data Privacy of Library Record draft policy was discussed. The draft policy contains the current
State Statute.
It was moved, seconded and passed that the draft policy be accepted.
2. There was an error in the agenda and the Public Service Policy has already been accepted by the Library
Board as of February 12, 2008. The official policy was signed by Chair Barbara Miller.
3. It was moved, seconded and passed that the funds transfer from 2025 to 2011 be made.
4. The Board reviewed the May crossover statistics and noted the gate count and rate of crossover with
Minneapolis residents.
5. The Library has filed concerning the bankruptcy of Sabine, INC., Loader has completed the necessary
paperwork.
6. In a recent storm the Library’s tree split down the middle. Loader has been in contact with Public Works.
It has been recommended to wait until the end of the summer to see if the tree heals itself, then to
reevaluate. Loader noted that the fallen tree branch did not hit the roof or cause any damage to the
building.
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7. The Library is now hosting a Community Service Officer 2 days of the week for 2-hour shifts. In the
event of an emergency the officer may be called to assist elsewhere during the scheduled times. Loader
and Police Chief Nadeau have been in contact about the role of this officer.
8. The draft of the 2009 budget was distributed to Board members. Loader stated that the ILS is contained in
multiple line items including 2011 Computer Equipment, 2025 ACS Supplies, 3050 Expert &
Professional Services, and 3250 Other Communications. Line Item 8100 includes the difference in the
cost of the current ILS and the projected costs if the Anoka County Library IS Merger is approved. There
is a large increase in the 2009 budget from the 2008 budget due to the ILS changes and salary increases.
Discussion followed concerning the local levy, and the role of the County ILS and City IS departments in the
proposed merger.
Items from the Floor:
1. Loader attended the recent groundbreaking at Columbia Heights High School for new gyms. The
expected completion date is March 2009.
Discussion followed concerning recent statistics of the poverty level and standardized test scores in Columbia
Heights schools.
Loader alerted the Board that Mary Bussman from the Columbia Heights Schools will be coming to the
September Board meeting to talk about the CAPP program.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Stacey R. Hendren
Secretary, Library Board of Trustees.
The City of Columbia Heights does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or
treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided
to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights services, programs, and
activities.
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