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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 2, 2008 Approved 10/7/2008 COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MINUTES September 2, 2008 The Library Board welcomed Mary Bussman, Principal of Valley View Elementary at 6:56 p.m. to give a presentation on CAPP, Comprehensive Arts Program Planning. Marsha Tubbs, Children’s Librarian was also in attendance. The PowerPoint presentation given by Bussman detailed the process of the CAPP committee through the original brainstorming and surveying to the creation of the five-year plan. Bussman noted their goal “To expand and enrich arts programming in Columbia Heights,” and the discrepancy between the view of the arts by parents and administration versus the students. She also clarified the term Arts Integration as teaching core subjects with an arts component. Vesley questioned the current arts staffing in the Schools. Bussman stated that many new positions have been added to support and increase the arts staff including a full-time High School choir teacher and Middle School Band Director. Velsey noted the lack of presentation space for art in Columbia Heights, and questioned how the School is helping students see the relevance of art outside of school. Discussion followed concerning the tangible creations of the students and how they can and are being displayed. Bussman noted that in Year 2 of the CAPP five-year plan they address showcasing of student art. Miller asked if and how they will be training teachers to use Art Integration in their classroom. Bussman cited the segment of the plan for professional development and training. Miller asked “How does the Library fit in?” Bussman expressed the desire that both entities support the other and its programs. Discussion followed concerning the recent school statistics in the newspaper. Loader stated that a Library goal in this partnership is to bring students to the Library and introduce them to its offerings. Tubbs stated that the Library wants them to check out materials and discover the wealth of information at the Library. Discussion followed concerning the increasing amount of students that are apart of the free and reduced lunch program, as well as the changing demographics of the population. 1 Loader brought it to the attention of the Board that Tubbs is working on grants and is on the committee with Bussman. Tubbs explained the Arts & Culture programs that are a part of the grant. Loader thanked Bussman for coming to explain the CAPP program, and the Library hopes to continue to develop its partnership with the schools. Miller extended an offer of the assistance of the Library Board. Bussman thanked the Library Board for having her and left the meeting at 7:57 p.m. The Library Board discussed the collaboration with the Recreation Department and their increased involvement in Arts related events. Tubbs departed at 8:05 p.m. The business meeting was called to order by Chair, Barbara Miller at 8:07 p.m. Members present were, Barbara Miller, Catherine Vesley, Patricia Sowada, Nancy Hoium and Lynette Thomson. Also present: Becky Loader, and Stacey Hendren. Not present: City Council Representative Bruce Kelzenberg. The minutes of the August 6, 2008, Board meeting were approved as mailed The bill list dated 8/25/08 was reviewed. It was moved, seconded and passed that the bills be paid. The bill list dated 9/8/08 was reviewed from the floor. It was moved, seconded and passed that the bills be paid. The accounting dated 8/6/08 was reviewed. Old Business: 1&2. Loader gave an update on the proposed 2009 budget. There have been major cuts in the proposed budget that have been negotiated while working with the projected ILS costs. Personnel charges for the IS Department to maintain the Library system, as well as charges for new equipment are included in the current proposed budget. Loader continues to work on the detail budget book. Discussion continued about the possibility of a new library building sometime in the future. 3. The painting of the lobby has been completed. Scheduling the painting during Staff Day proved to be a wise decision. 4. The replacement of the carpeting in the lobby is scheduled for September 5, 2008. Public Works will take down the workstations in the morning, and put them back up at the end of the day. 5. The Policy containing the use of cell phones in the library was discussed. It was decided that no changes be made at this time. New Business: th 1. The Board reviewed the proposed 2009 Holiday and Closed Day Schedule. Saturday, December 26 was noted and approved as a closed date. It was moved, seconded and passed that the 2009 Holiday and Closed Day Schedule be adopted. 2. The Board reviewed the July crossover statistics and noted the increasing gate count. Items from the Floor: 1. Hendren gave a brief demonstration of the Library Cable channel. Some of the policy pages now include Spanish language translations due to a recommendation by Sowada. 2 There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:36 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. 3