Library Board of Trustees
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
PRESENT:
Frank Brady, Kathleen Capelli, Heather Crocker, Terence Diggory, Jean Fei, Nancy Luther, Issac (Ike) Pulver, Catherine Brenner, Don Flinton, Jamie Chabot, Trevor Oakley, Carol Daggs, Ric Taras, Tonya Faiola, Eric Blackman, Kelly McCombs, Catherine Brenner
ABSENT:
Jennifer Ferriss
Meeting Called to Order at 5:03 PM
I. Call to Order – Heather called the meeting to order at 5:03pm.
II. Approval of September Meeting Minutes – Action Required - Terry motioned to approve; Carol seconded. Motion approved.
III. Approval of Expenditures– Action Required (See Exhibit I)
A. PrePaid Checks 74028-74030 totaling $2,783.71
B. October Warrants/Checks 74031 - 74122 totaling $219,991.17
Katie motioned to approve; Frank seconded. Motion approved.
IV. Approval of Financial Reports – Action Required
A. Prepaids and September Prepaids and Warrant Summary Sheets (Exhibit I)
B. Budget Report - (Exhibit II)
C. Income Report - (Exhibit III)
Terry motioned to approve; Katie seconded. Motion approved.
V. President’s Report – Heather reminded board members to complete their two hours of continuing education by the end of the year.
VI. Public Comment – N/A
VII. Correspondence and Communication – Ike discussed that non-for-profit organizations that provide work in our service area, we can register their work vehicles to park in our parking lot.
VIII. Director’s Report
A. Director’s Written Report (Exhibit IV) – In addition to his written report, Ike discussed that the elevator project seems to be nearing completion. There are some inspections that still need to be done before it is operational. Also, there has been no movement in replacement of HVAC components damaged during early summer power outages.
B. Department Reports (Exhibit VI) –
1. Trevor (Access and Outreach Services) - In addition to his written report, Trevor discussed our primary book vendor Baker & Taylor will be closing their doors by the end of the year. Luckily, we have established a relationship with Ingram Content Group and we will be able to order our books through them. Trevor has also set up meetings with other vendors as well to make sure we have enough resources for ordering books.
2. Catherine (Youth Services) - In addition to her written report, Catherine discussed her department is really excited to see the attendance of the teen room increasing once again.
3. Jamie (Adult Services) - In addition to her written report, Jamie wanted to thank Michelle and Victoria of the Saratoga Room for being so helpful with assisting patrons that visit that room for research purposes.
4. Ric (Operations Department) - In addition to his written report, Ric discussed his department has been busy with helping with the elevator project. They are also doing a fair amount of fall cleanup work and transitioning us to our winter equipment.
IX. Special / Committee Reports – N/A
X. Unfinished Business – N/A
XI. New Business – N/A
XIII. Adjournment – Heather adjourned the meeting at 5:55pm.
I. Call to Order – Heather called the meeting to order at 5:03pm.
II. Approval of September Meeting Minutes – Action Required - Terry motioned to approve; Carol seconded. Motion approved.
III. Approval of Expenditures– Action Required (See Exhibit I)
A. PrePaid Checks 74028-74030 totaling $2,783.71
B. October Warrants/Checks 74031 - 74122 totaling $219,991.17
Katie motioned to approve; Frank seconded. Motion approved.
IV. Approval of Financial Reports – Action Required
A. Prepaids and September Prepaids and Warrant Summary Sheets (Exhibit I)
B. Budget Report - (Exhibit II)
C. Income Report - (Exhibit III)
Terry motioned to approve; Katie seconded. Motion approved.
V. President’s Report – Heather reminded board members to complete their two hours of continuing education by the end of the year.
VI. Public Comment – N/A
VII. Correspondence and Communication – Ike discussed that for not-for-profit organizations that provide work in our service area, we can register their work vehicles to park in our parking lot.
VIII. Director’s Report
A. Director’s Written Report (Exhibit IV) – In addition to his written report, Ike discussed that the elevator project seems to be nearing completion. There are some inspections that still need to be done before it is operational. Also, there has been no movement in replacement of HVAC components damaged during early summer power outages.
B. Department Reports (Exhibit VI) –
1. Trevor (Access and Outreach Services) - In addition to his written report, Trevor discussed our primary book vendor Baker & Taylor will be closing their doors by the end of the year. Luckily, we have established a relationship with Ingram Content Group and we will be able to order our books through them. Trevor has also set up meetings with other vendors as well to make sure we have enough resources for ordering books.
2. Catherine (Youth Services) - In addition to her written report, Catherine discussed her department is really excited to see the attendance of the teen room increasing once again.
3. Jamie (Adult Services) - In addition to her written report, Jamie wanted to thank Michelle and Victoria of the Saratoga Room for being so helpful with assisting patrons that visit that room for research purposes.
4. Ric (Operations Department) - In addition to his written report, Ric discussed his department has been busy with helping with the elevator project. They are also doing a fair amount of fall cleanup work and transitioning us to our winter equipment.
IX. Special / Committee Reports – N/A
X. Unfinished Business – N/A
XI. New Business – N/A
XIII. Adjournment – Heather adjourned the meeting at 5:55pm.
Meeting Adjourned at 5:55 pm
Respectfully submitted by:
Tonya Faiola, Senior Account Clerk