Library Board of Trustees
Regular Meeting and Executive Session
Monday, November 10, 2025
PRESENT:
Frank Brady, Kathleen Capelli, Heather Crocker, Terence Diggory, Jean Fei, Nancy Luther, Issac (Ike) Pulver, Catherine Brenner, Don Flinton, Jamie Chabot, Carol Daggs, Tonya Faiola, Eric Blackman, Kelly McCombs, Catherine Brenner, Jennifer Ferriss
ABSENT:
Ric Taras, Trevor Oakley
Meeting Called to Order at 5:03 PM
I. Call to Order – Heather called the meeting to order at 5:03pm
II. Approval of October Meeting Minutes–Action Required – Katie motioned to approve; Frank seconded. Motion approved.
III. Approval of Expenditures– Action Required (See Exhibit I)
- PrePaid Checks 74123 - 74125 Totaling $2,783.71
- November Warrants/Checks 74126 – 74217 Totaling $268,289.62
- Supplemental Warrants/Checks 74218 - 74220 / Totaling $1,416.16
Katie motioned to approve with changes, Jean seconded. Motion approved.
IV. Approval of Financial Reports – Action Required
- Prepaids and November Prepaids and Warrant Summary Sheets (Exhibit I)
- Budget Report - (Exhibit II)
- Income Report - (Exhibit III)
- Gifts - $250 Donation from Barry and Shelley Bader
Terry motioned to approve; Katie seconded. Motion approved.
V. President’s Report – Friends is doing a fundraiser with Nourish designs for T-shirts and sweatshirts until November 14th.
VI. Public Comment – N/A
VII. Correspondence and Communication - The board discussed the possibility of creating a policy for naming rights, considering factors like gift amounts, time limits, and will be discussed further at a later date.
- Letter from Barry and Shelley Bader
VIII. Director’s Report
- Director’s Written Report (Exhibit IV) – In addition to his written report, Ike discussed how excited everyone is for the completion of the new elevator system. Also, he wanted to thank everyone involved with arranging the multiple events surrounding the 75th anniversary celebration. The celebration was a success.
- Department Reports (Exhibit VI)
Jen (Assistant Director) - In addition to her written report, Jen discussed her opportunity to present at the pre-conference for NYLA.
Don (IT Department) - In addition to his written report, Don discussed we are recycling many computers that I have been saving up over the last couple of years to Capital Region Recyclers.
Catherine (Youth Services) - In addition to her written report, Catherine discussed that staff and patrons fell in love with Arthur the armadillo and are requesting a return visit.
Jamie (Adult Services) - In addition to her written report, Jamie discussed SSPL was represented at Dan’s Derby in Gavin Park. While the library’s “bookthemed” derby car did not win, it generated positive attention and enthusiasm from participants.
Kelly (HR Dept) - In addition to her written report, Kelly discussed how all positions are currently filled.
IX. Special / Committee Reports – N/A
X. Unfinished Business – N/A
XI. New Business –
- Request to Appoint – Action Required
- Ryan Banker, Cleaner, Operations (P/T), effective October 20, 2025.
- Michael Trinchillo, Building Monitor, Operations (P/T), effective November 5, 2025.
- Cassaundra Ocasio, Cleaner, Operations (P/T), effective November 7, 2025.
- Calli Powell, Librarian I, Youth Services (P/T), effective November 12, 2025.
Katie motioned to approve; Terry seconded. Motion approved.
XII. Executive Session to Discuss a Particular Personnel Matter
XIII. Adjourned at 5:28 PM to Executive Session to Discuss a Particular Personnel Matter
Respectfully submitted: Tonya Faiola, Senior Account Clerk
XIV. Executive Session - Call to order 5:30 PM
Present: Frank Brady, Kathleen Capelli, Heather Crocker, Carol Daggs, Terence Diggory, Jean Fei, Nancy Luther, Issac (Ike) Pulver, Jenn Ferris, Catherine Brenner, Kelly McCombs
XII. A particular personnel matter was discussed.
Executive Session adjourned 5:38 PM.
XV. Regular meeting reconvened
XVI. Jean moved to approve an unpaid leave of absence for Melinda Taormina, part-time Librarian I in the Youth Service Department, from November 10 through December 31, 2025. Katie seconded. Motion approved.
XVII. Regular meeting adjourned 5:40 PM.
Respectfully submitted: Terence Diggory, Board Secretary