HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_LAB_12.11.2006Minutes of the meeting
of the Library Advisory Board of••Georgetown,••Texas
December 11, 2006
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE* Judy Johnston, Ruth Lawrence, Anja Lippincott, Ruth
Anne Mallory, Patti Jennings Moore, Linda Nix, Stephanie S. Sorensen
MEMBERS EXCUSED ABSENT: Marc Parrish, Sissy Lego -Pederson
STAFF IN ATTENDENCE• Eric Lashley, Anita Shaw
OTHERS: Raphael Mittlefeldht (Williamson County Sun), Judy Parks (C ILS Lay
Representative)
MINUTE&
1'he meeting was called to order by Chair Judy Johnston at 6:30 p m Linda Nix
moved and Ruth Anne Mallory seconded that the minutes of the November
meeting be approved as distributed. The motion passed unanimously.
DIRECTORS REPORT:
Monthly Statistics: Circulation was up for the month of November.
On Monday, December 18, 2006, a training will be held for volunteers to serve as
docents at the opening of the new library and during the following couple of
months after the opening More training dates will follow.
I he library will close on December 23, 2006, and reopen in the new building on
January 20, 2007. A soft opening might take place on January 16, 2007. The due
date for materials has been moved to January 20, 2007. However, the library will
not charge fines until February 2, 2007, in order to avoid all books coming back
on opening day.
INTRODUCTION OF LIBRARY STAFF MEMBER
Eric Lashley introduced Anita Shaw, temp -on -call. A former nurse, she chose to
go back to school and to become a librarian. In order to graduate she had to
complete an internship. Being a Georgetown resident, Anita applied at the
library and has rotated through all departments. One project during the
internship was the development of storytimes for children of all age groups.
REPORT ON GEORGETOWN READS!
the public has responded enthusiastically to the announcement of next year's
' Georgetown Reads!" book Where Dreams Die Hard. Judy Parks reported that
both local bookstores had to reorder books to cover the demand. Eric Lashley
added that the library has 26 copies.
GEORGETOWN 2030 PLAN / POSSIBILITY OF A SATELLITE LIBRARY ON WEST
SIDE OF GEORGETOWN
At the public discussion of the "Georgetown 2030" plan it was mentioned that
land might be purchased for a. future satellite library. Ruth Lawrence asked Eric
Lashley to answer following questions. Has land been purchased? If yes, where?
Where is the library going in general?
During the planning for the new library, a study was done regarding library
branches for Georgetown. A population of at least 100,000 citizens is necessary to
make a satellite branch. economical. For now the City of Georgetown and the
library are observing the further development of Georgetown. No land has been
purchased.
Eric Lashley also added that after the discussion of the plan "Georgetown 2030"
the library was approached by a number of citizens from Sun City to discuss the
possibility of library branch in Sun City, especially for genealogical materials.
From there the discussion quickly moved to the idea of purchasing land in Sun
City for a future branch.
the Library Advisory Boardagain spoke ou.t against a satellite branch in Sun
City. The new library will open in January and it should serve the current
population of the city well
REPORT ON CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Ruth Anne Mallory was not at the last meeting of the Capital Campaign, so Eric
Lashley reported. Letters, which the Campaignsent out to merchants, are
bringing in more donations. But the main focus remains the fund-raiser sneak -
peek party on January 13, 2007.
REPORT ON ARTS AND CULTURE BOARD
Linda Nix announced the winner of the competition for th.e mural artwork in the
children's room. Tony Sansevero and his "Magical Ideas Studio" were chosen
unanimously. His proposal includes a presentation on January 20, 2007, and a
picture book for kids. Tony Sansevero and his team will start December 1.8, 2006.
CANCELLATION OF JANUARY MEETING
Ruth Anne Mallory moved and Stephanie S. Sorensen seconded cancelling the
January meeting of the Library Advisory Board. The motion passed
unanimously.
TOUR OF THE NEW LIBRARY
The Library Advisory Board took a tour through the new library.
Patti Jennings Moore made a motion to adjourn. Ruth Lawrence seconded. The motion
passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
nja Lipincott, Secretary
9/1-'-eLt
Judy Johnston, Chair
DIRECTOR'S MONTHLY REPORT
GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
November 2006
HIGHLIGHTS
• The Public Art Panel of the Arts and Culture Board selected Tony Sansevero from among
twenty individuals and companies who submitted proposals for the murals in the children's
room of the new library.
• New and vacant positions have been posted for hiring including a public services librarian, a
children's/young adult librarian, and three library assistants.
• Ms. Rosa had two special performances for storytimes during Children's Book Week.
Doodlebug the Clown entertained on Wednesday and Mr. Johnny and Sharon, musicians and
storytellers, performed on Thursday.
• Anna Aiken's garage sale to benefit the High 5 campaign brought in $1500.
• The 2007 Georgetown Reads! selection —Mere Dreams Die Hard, by Carlton Stowers --was
announced in the Williamson County Sun. Events will begin in February 2007. The library's 29
copies are all circulating.
On November 17 Kathleen Burnop attended a workshop in Cedar Park about using music in
storytime programs.
VOLUNTEERS
• The help of volunteers on Monday and Tuesday after the Thanksgiving holiday was invaluable.
By the end of the day on Monday nearly 2000 items had been checked in, approximately twice
as many as on a normal Monday.
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GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Comparative Fiscal Year Statistics
2006
Oct
Nov Annual Total
Patron Visits
Current Year
22271
19035
41306
2005-2006
23232
17724
265219
2004-2005
21815
20831
239469
2003-2004
20914
15350
257813
Circulation
2006
Current Year
28923
25337
54260
2005-2006
28242
26160
348114
2004-2005
26895
25032
350716
2003-2004
25571
20978
330171
FY 2006.2007 Statistics
Children's Programs
Annual Total
Attendance
713
605
1318
Programs
3
4
7
Story Time
14
14
28
Other {Tour, Movies, Cr
2
2
4
After School Programs
4
3
3
Other Services
ILL Ordered
42
22
64
ILL filled
41
17
58
Lg Print Circuit
200
200
400
Internet usage (persons)
7472
5919
13391
Reference Transactions
330
363
693
Volunteer Hours
Adult
410.50
392.75
803.25
Teen
12.00
11.00
23.00
Community Service
74.50
57.50
132.00
Total
497.00
958.25
Registrations
City Residents -new
122
107
229
GISD Kids' Cards
5
8
13
Non -residents -new
22
8
30
Nan -residents -renew
49
42
91
Total
198
165
363
Cash Receipts
Fines/Misc. Revenue
2354.78
2098,19
4452.97
Non-resident fees
1515.00
1260.00
2775.00
Donations
570.52
634.34
1204.86
Gifts/Memorials
115,00
226.00
341.00
Material Donations to Other Agencies
Books
0
0
0
Magazines
0
186
186
Library Collection Changes
Titles Added
1002
576
1578
Copies Added
1187
923
2110
Copies Discarded
818
738
1556
Donations Added
85
85
170
Notes:
Underlined numbers: Libraryclosed
for 6
days Feb'03 for mold remediation
• Courtyard counter out of operation for 10 days in December. Library closed for 5 days (holidays).
a Manual sign-up lists ended 3/28/06, no stats for last 4
days of March.
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GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
DONATIONS -- November 2006
Dept. of Behavioral Sciences, Oklahoma
State University
Leslie Zalles
San Gabriel Writers League
Rufus Overlander
Georgetown Area Republican Women - PAC
$100 in memory of Robert Bost
$20 in memory of Robert Bost
Copy of How to Read a Poem in memory of
Martha Voelter
$100 for children's materials
Copies of Manhunt by James L. Swanson,
Marshall, the Courthouse Mouse; House Mouse,
Senate Mouse; President Adams'Alligator and
Other White House Pets; two copies of Woodrow
for President; and two copies of Woodrow, the
White House Mouse, 2nd edition, all of which
are written by Peter W. Barnes & Cheryl Shaw
Barnes
GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBI)\A[.',Y
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November 15, 2006
Gary Nelon, Mayor
City of Georgetown
113 E. 81hStreet
Georgetown, TX 78626
Dear Mayor Nelon:
At our meeting on Monday, November 13, the Library Advisory Board voted
unanimously to endorse the proposed amendment to Chapter 8.32 of the Code of
Regulations regarding "Smoking in Public Places," and specifically the prohibition of
smoking on the property of the Georgetown Public Library, including the cafe area and
outdoor plazas, Ch. 8.32.020 (A)(19). The members of the board feel very strongly that
this prohibition should be enacted.
Sincerely,
Judy Johnston
Chair, Library Advisory Board
pc: Paul Brandenburg
Council members
808 Martin Luther ling, Jr. Street 1 Georgetown, Texas 78626 1 (512) 930-3551 1 (512) 930-3764 (fax)
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To: Judy Johnston, Ruth Ann Mallory, Linda Nix, Sissy Lego Pederson
From: Judy Fabry
Date: December5,2006
Re: 2007 Application for Boards & Commissions
Your term on the Library Advisory Board expires in February 2007 but you are eligible to
serve another term. If you Wish to reapply, fill out the enclosed application and attach a
resume or letter of interest. Fax or mail it to the address listed on the form by January 5,
2007.
We hope you'll reapply!
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