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Approved
8/4/10
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES
July 7, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Chair Patricia Sowada, at 6:33 p.m. Members present were: Patricia Sowada,
Lynette Thomson, and Catherine Vesley. Also present: City Council Representative Bruce Kelzenberg, Becky
Loader, and Stacey Hendren. Not present: Nancy Hoium and Barbara Tantanella.
The minutes of the June 2, 2010, Board meeting were approved as mailed.
The bill list dated 6/4/10 was reviewed. It was moved, seconded and passed that the bills be paid.
The bill list dated 6/28/10 was reviewed. It was moved, seconded and passed that the bills be paid.
The bill list dated 7/12/10 was reviewed from the floor. It was moved, seconded and passed that the
bills be paid.
The 2010 accounting dated 7/7/10 was reviewed.
Old Business:
1. The 2010 Gates Computers are now installed. Thank you letters were sent to Jym Wroblewski, State
Library Services, and Jesse Hauf, Columbia Heights IS Department, for their assistance in the grant
process and installation. Photos have also been taken and submitted. Patrons appreciate that the PAC
terminals are now separated from the Internet terminals, creating more privacy and space.
2. The 2011 budget has been submitted with no changes. Loader will be addressing the increasing
responsibility of the IS department in the Library, and its reflection in the budget.
3. The Jamboree parade was rained out after Library staff, Board members, Foundation members, and
Friends set up a tent outside. Loader was pleased with the idea of placing a tent outside the Library with
tables and information. There has been much discussion since the parade concerning the public using the
Library building in the event of a tornado.
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4. The June 5 event, Live at the Library, was a rousing success. All buildings in Anoka County showed a
high gate count and feedback from the event has been very positive.
5. The Board discussed the Linder’s fundraiser and was pleased with the event and the support received
from the community.
6. The City’s grant application for replacement of boilers and air conditioning units in several departments
has been put on the short list and is waiting for a final decision. The Library’s air conditioning unit has
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an unrepairable leak and broke down the week of June 28. NSI Horowitz was able to restart the unit, but
it needs to be replaced soon. The Board discussed rebates and assistance from XCEL Energy. Loader
stated that the new units will qualify for rebate, and NSI Horowitz has prepared specs for new units, but is
waiting on the final status of the grant.
New Business:
1. The crossover statistics for May were reviewed.
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2. Due to the vandalization of a toilet in the women’s bathroom, flooding and damage were assessed by
Public Works, and Olson plumbing replaced the interiors of both units. Loader appreciated the quick
thinking and action of Nancy Soldatow, Lauren Gutkaes, and Renee Rewitzer who managed the flooding
and prevented further damage. The Board discussed toilet replacement and desired features, as well as
the cost of the repair.
3. Loader was notified of the need to remove the diseased trees outlining the building. The City currently
has a contract for tree removal services and Loader is reviewing the expense.
4. The Board reviewed the thank you to the Friends of the Library and appreciates the hard work done by
the small group.
5. Michelle Wermerskirchen is currently training as the new Library Page. She is an active patron with a
background in books.
Items from the Floor:
1. Vesley handed out flyers for the Anoka Heritage Home and Garden Tour.
2. The Board discussed the amount of capital needed for the boiler replacement, air conditioners, plumbing,
tree removal, and other outstanding projects.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:16 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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