04-27-2026 (Library) Agenda Packet
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Wylie Library Advisory Board Regular Meeting
April 27, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Council Chambers - 300 Country Club Rd., Bldg. 100 Wylie, TX 75098
CALL TO ORDER
COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Any member of the public may address the Board regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Members of the public
must fill out a form prior to the meeting in order to speak. The Board requests that comments be limited to three minutes for
an individual, six minutes for a group. In addition, the Library Board is not allowed to converse, deliberate or take action on
any matter presented during citizen participation.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Board and will be enacted by one motion.
There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Ag enda
and will be considered separately.
A. Consider, and act upon, approval of March 23, 2026 Meeting minutes
REGULAR AGENDA
1. Consider, and act upon, updated Library Advisory Board Bylaws
WORK SESSION
WS1. Staff Spotlight: Andrea Tyler, Youth Services Librarian
WS2. Review Summer Reading Brochure
WS3. Review monthly reports AAG style
WS4. Review monthly report details
WS5. Review Upcoming Programs for May 2026
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted on April 21, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. on the outside bulletin board at Wylie
City Hall, 300 Country Club Road, Building 100, Wylie, Texas, a place convenient and readily accessible to the
public at all times.
___________________________ ___________________________
Stephanie Storm, City Secretary Date Notice Removed
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The Wylie Municipal Complex is wheelchair accessible. Sign interpretation or other special assistance for disabled
attendees must be requested 48 hours in advance by contacting the City Secretary’s Office at 972.516.6020. Hearing
impaired devices are available from the City Secretary prior to each meeting.
If during the course of the meeting covered by this notice, the Board should determine that a closed or executive
meeting or session of the Board or a consultation with the attorney for the City should be held or is required, then
such closed or executive meeting or session or consultation with attorney as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings
Act, Texas Government Code § 551.001 et. seq., will be held by the Board at the date, hour and place given in this
notice as the Board may conveniently meet in such closed or executive meeting or session or consult with the
attorney for the City concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including,
but not limited to, the following sanctions and purposes:
Texas Government Code Section:
§ 551.071 – Private consultation with an attorney for the City.
§ 551.073 – Discussing prospective gift or donation to the City.
§ 551.076 – Discussing deployment of security personnel or devices or security audit.
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Library Advisory Board
Minutes
In-person Meeting
March 23, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Announce the presence of a Quorum.
Justin Strauch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following Library Board members were
present: Justin Strauch, Mallory Morris, Toshia Kimball, Sarah Sponsel, Zachary Todd, Brian Ortiz &
Ofilia Barrera Board Liaison. Board members not present: Monica Munoz
CITIZENS COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Residents may address Board regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Residents must provide their name
and address. Board requests that comments be limited to three (3) minutes. In addition, the Board is not allowed to
converse, deliberate, or take action on any matter presented during citizen participation.
No citizens were present at the meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Consider, and act upon, approval of February 23, 2026 Library Advisory Board Meeting
minutes.
Board Action:
A motion was made by Zachary Todd, seconded by Brian Ortiz, to approve the minutes as presented. A
vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. Review and approve Library Advisory Board Bylaws.
Board Action:
A motion was made by Zachary Todd, seconded by Mallory Morris, to reject the Library Advisory Board
Bylaws as presented, with the understanding it will be brought before the Board after the correction of
some minor typographical errors and clarification of residency requirements. A vote was taken and the
motion passed 5-1.
2. Review and approve Patron Behavior Policy.
Board Action:
A motion was made by Toshia Kimball, seconded by Zachary Todd, to approve the updated Patron
Behavior Policy as presented with the addition of “includes, but is not limited to” in multiple sections of
the policy. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0.
WORK SESSION – DISCUSSION ITEMS
Minutes March 23, 2026
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WS1. Staff Spotlight: Elizabeth Tate, Public Services Supervisor.
Elizabeth Tate provided the Board with a description of the Adult Services Department team and spoke on
some existing programs. She also gave insight to several upcoming workshops, talks, and events for
spring.
WS2. Review Monthly Report for February.
Utilizing both, the At A Glance Report and the more detailed Monthly Report, Ofilia Barrera walked the
Board through statistics regarding program attendance and resource usage for the period of February 12,
2026 to March 11, 2026. In regards to meeting and training highlights, additional information was
provided concerning First Amendment Auditor training, ADA Website Compliance training, and planning
for the Summer Kickoff event.
WS3. Review Upcoming Programs for April 2026.
Ofilia Barrera provided a list of upcoming programs for the month of April and reminded the Board that
all storytimes will continue through the month and then take a break in May.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Toshia Kimball, seconded by Brian Ortiz, to adjourn the meeting at 7:46 p.m. A
vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0.
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Justin Strauch, Chair
Minutes March 23, 2026
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RITA AND TRUETT SMITH PUBLIC LIBRARY
LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD BYLAWS
ARTICLE I
Name
Name As authorized by the City Charter, City of Wylie and City Ordinance No. 69- 2: This body
shall be known as the Rita and Truett Smith Public Library Advisory Board.
Article II
Qualifications
In accordance with Code of Ordinance Chapter 66, Article 2, Division 2, Section 66-41.
Each Board member shall:
1) Be residents of the City of Wylie for a minimum of twelve( 12) consecutive months
immediately preceding appointment;
2) Be a qualified voter of the City of Wylie;
3) No member shall be an employee of the City of Wylie; and
4) No member shall be the spouse or domestic partner of an employee of the City of Wylie.
ARTICLE III
Meetings
Section 1. The regular meeting of the Library Advisory Board shall be held monthly or more
often if needed in Council Chambers at the Municipal Complex unless the Board determines
otherwise.
Section 2. Special meetings may be called by the Chair or at the call of any two members of the
Board, provided that notice thereof is given to all Board members.
Section 3. A majority of the members shall constitute a quorum at all meetings of the Board.
Should a quorum not be available for any regular meeting, the Board Liaison will schedule a
meeting where a quorum can be present as close to the regularly scheduled meeting as
possible and post such meeting according to the Open Meetings Regulations.
Section 4. All questions presented for a vote of the Board shall be decided by a simple majority
of the quorum, including the vote of the Chair.
Section 5. Any member of the Board who misses three consecutive meetings without good
cause, or neglects to notify the Board Liaison of such absence with good cause shall be
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deemed to have resigned, and the Board will recommend to City Council that a replacement be
appointed for the balance of the unexpired term.
Section 6. Robert' s Rules of Order (current edition) shall govern the parliamentary procedure of
the Board, in cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with
these by- laws.
ARTICLE IV
Addressing the Board
Section 1. In accordance with Code of Ordinance Chapter 2, Article 1, Section 2-4, any member of
the public shall have a reasonable opportunity to be heard at any Board meeting; however, any
matter not posted on the agenda may not be discussed by the Board, nor shall any action be
taken by the Board, except to provide a statement of specific factual information given in
response to an inquiry, to recite existing policy in response to an inquiry or to indicate that the
matter may be placed on a later agenda.
Section 2. Persons desiring to address the Board shall complete a “Request to Speak” form and
submit it to the Secretary.
Section 3. The Secretary will sort the forms by agenda item and deliver them to the
Chairperson.
Section 4. The Chairperson will refer to the speaker forms for comments on items not on the
printed agenda and individual agenda items.
Section 5. Persons who note on a speaker form their desire to address the Board will be called
to the podium by the Chairperson at the appropriate time and will follow the guidelines of Code
of Ordinance Chapter 2, Article 1, Section 2-4 as outlined below when addressing the Board:
a. Approach the podium, state their name and address and whether or not they are
representing a person, group or organization
b. Speak so that all present in the room may hear clearly
c. Address all statements and questions to the Chairperson
d. Be courteous in language and deportment
e. Be concise and focused in their comments
f. Group comments should not exceed 6 minutes, individual comments should not
exceed 3 minutes unless an interpreter is needed, in which case 6 minutes is
allowed
Section 6. The Chairperson may interrupt an individual to redirect or terminate remarks when
they are not relevant to the matter before the Board or when the Chairperson determines the
remarks to be out of order.
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ARTICLE V
Officers
Section 1. The officers of the Board shall be a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson.
Section 2. The Board shall elect officers from among its membership each year at the first
regular meeting after annual appointments.
Section 3. Vacancies in office shall be handled as follows:
a. In the event of resignation or incapacity of the Chair, the Vice- Chair shall
become the Chair for the unexpired portion of the term.
b. The Board will recommend to City Council that a replacement be appointed for
the balance of the unexpired term for any vacancies.
Section 4. Duties of the officers shall be as follows:
a. Chair:
i) Preside at all meetings.
ii) Represent the Board at public functions.
iii) Appoint special committees.
b. Vice-Chair:
i) Assist the Chair in directing the affairs of the Board and act in the Chair's
absence.
c. Secretary:
i) The Secretary will be responsible for compiling and recording all minutes.
ii) The Library Director will be responsible for distributing minutes to the City
Council, Library Advisory Board, and City Manager. An official record of attendance will
be kept in the minutes.
ARTICLE VI
Committees
Section 1. Committees may be appointed for special purposes by the Chair and with the
consent of the majority of the Board. All committees will have at least one Board member
serving on them. These committees are automatically dissolved upon completion of assignment.
Section 2. Progress reports will be given at each Board Meeting and a final report on completion
of assignments.
ARTICLE VII
Library Director
Section 1. The Library Director shall be an ex-officio Board Liaison member of the Board.
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Section 2. The Library Director shall have sole charge of the Administration of the library under
the direction and review of the City Council and City Manager.
Section 3. The Library Director shall be held responsible for the care of the building and
equipment, for the employment and direction of the staff, for the efficiency of the library services
to the public, and for the operations set forth in the annual budget.
ARTICLE VIII
Powers and Duties of Board Members
Section 1. Board Members shall:
a. Be appointed by the City Council.
b. Officers shall be elected and take office by the first regular meeting after new
Board members have been appointed and sworn in.
c. Abide by applicable ordinances of the City of Wylie.
d. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council, City Manager and Library Director.
e. Recommend policies to govern the operation and program of the library.
f. Assist in planning and give guidance for expansion of library facilities.
g. Assist in interpreting the policies and functions of the Library Department to the
public. Encourage in every possible way the development and advancement of
the public library.
ARTICLE IX
Term Limits
Section 1. Term limits are determined by the City’s Code of Ordinances specifically Chapter 66
(Library), Article II (Public Library Department), Division 2 (Library Board), Sec. 66-41
(Membership; appointment; terms; absences.)
ARTICLE X
Amendments
Section 1. These bylaws may be amended by a majority vote at any regular meeting, provided
all members have been notified of the proposed amendments. All notices of meetings shall be
posted in accordance with applicable rules and provisions of the state law.
Revised April 15, 2026
Approved by the Library Advisory Board April 27, 2026
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Library Hours
Monday - Thursday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday & Saturday
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Closed Sunday
Summer
Learning
Club 2026
300 Country Club, Building 300, Wylie, TX 75098 | 972-516-6250
WylieTexas.Gov/Library
UNEARTH
A STORY
Special Programs for all Ages
Friends of the Library Book Pre-Sale
Friday, July 17
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Early birds get the best deals.
Become a Friend to qualify for
pre-sale access. To join visit
bit.ly/JoinSPLFOL
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday, July 18
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Find some great treasures
and support the Friends of
the Library. All proceeds
benefit the library.
Harry Potter's Birthday Party
Friday, July 31
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Celebrate the birthday of the “boy who lived” with Smith
Public Library! Activities include a sorting hat, wand take and
make, Hogwarts crafts, a costume contest, and more!
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1 Kinokuniya Prize Pack
1 B & B Theatres Prize Pack
1 Kindle e-Reader Prize Pack
summer reading challenge
1 Nintendo Switch Lite & Game Gift Card
1 Pigeon Gift Pack
1 Family Gift Pack to Dallas Zoo
KIDSKIDSKIDS
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TEENSTEENSTEENS
See our website for full details: WylieTexas.Gov/Library
Monday, May 18 - Saturday, August 1
Beginning May 18, read 10 hours or 25 books. Submit your
log electronically on the Kids or Teen Summer Learning Club
pages at WylieTexas.Gov/Library and get a free book +
a chance to win one of the grand prizes.
Kids entering 6th grade and younger
Grand Prizes: Every time you electronically submit a log, you
get a chance to win one of these prizes!
For teens entering 7th - 12th grades
Collect Prizes between June 15 - August 1
Keep track of your time by printing a log on our Kids or Teens page.
Read More Challenge 2026 - Read or listen to a unique book
from each of the 20 categories on our website. Must be adult or
YA level. Summer Reading books that fit in a category also
count. See the website for more info.
Grand Prizes: A $100 gift card to The Sweet
Tooth Hotel interactive art museum, Dallas
Museum of Illusions, or Candlelight Concerts.
Third Tuesday Book Bunch
Adult Book Clubs
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Read or listen to 3 YA or adult-level books. Attending adult events
also counts as do books read during summer for Read More.
ADULTSADULTSADULTS
Adult Summer Reading Challenge 18+
Submit logs through Beanstack between May 18 - August 1.
Your first log earns an embossed luggage tag that can be picked up
between June 15 - August 1 while supplies last.
Booked on Fridays
Meets 2nd Friday of the month.
June 12 - James by Percival Everett
July 10 - The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by
Robert Dugoni
Adults 55 +
June 16 - A Very Woodsy Murder by Ellen Byron
July 21 - The Tenant by Freida McFadden
Into the Unknown: Monsters, Mysteries & Must-Reads
Email ask@smithlibrary.libanswers.com to obtain a book and invite info.
See our website for full details: WylieTexas.Gov/Library
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adult Summer Programs 18+
Join us to make a cute miniature beaded plant.
Un-Bead-Leaf-Able Craft
Thursday, June 4 @ 6:00 pm
Mechanics of Mah Jongg
Tuesday, June 9 @ 5:30 pm
An introduction to the rules and tiles of American
mah jongg.
Mindfulness in Miniature
Thursday, June 11 @ 6:00 pm
DIY your own desktop zen garden.
Supplies provided.
Discover the rich traditions of spice and
herbal tea-making in diverse Asian cultures.
Asian Spice & Herbal Tea
Tuesday, July 7 @ 6:00 pm
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Registration is required for ALL Adult Programs.
Space is limited.
Color Me Cryptid
Thursday, July 9 @ 6:00 pm
Join us for some cryptid themed coloring.
Adult summer programs Continued
Practice your English speaking conversation
skills! During summer, our English practice
sessions will be available each week. Sign
up for one night or several.
Learn about uncommon and rare house
plants from Fancy Plants’ Alicia Kam.
Uncommon House Plants
Tuesday, July 21 @ 6:00 pm
Conversational English
Tuesdays, June 2 - July 28 @ 6:00 pm
Make a painted rock cactus garden.
Desert Stones
Thursday, July 16 @ 6:00 pm
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Check out the Adults News & Events page for registration dates.
Dye a tote bag with flowers and a hammer.
Petal Power: Tatakizome Workshop
Thursday, July 23 @ 6:00 pm
Make an adorable beaded spider, the only kind we like.
Cabinet of Curiosities - Beaded Spider
Thursday, July 30 @ 6:00 pm
Into the Unknown: Monsters, Mysteries & Must-Reads
DFW Crystals presents what you can do with
crystals and other metaphysical items.
Crystals, Rituals and the Metaphysical
Thursday, June 25 @ 6:00 pm
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Tuesday, June 30 @ 6:00 pm
Learn how to write scripts for graphic novels
and how it differs from novel writing.
Writing Graphic Novels
9th - 12th Grades & Adults
Discover how to look for your family’s
ancestors through records and stories.
Family History Detectives
Tuesday, June 23 @ 6:00 pm
Tuesday, June 16 @ 6:00 pm
Explore legends of unexplained creatures
with Allen Hopps, North American Museum
of Cryptids. Win tickets to the museum!
Cryptids of North America
See our website for full details: WylieTexas.Gov/Library6
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Tuesday, July 14 @ 5:30 pm
Meet fellow fans while making simple
crafts to show off your ult fandom or bias.
Pop Culture Craft Night
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Find all the hidden pictures and
claim a prize at the children’s
desk! This is a self-directed
activity. One prize per day,
please, while supplies last
Family Programs
Unearth A Story Treasure Hunt
Monday, June 1 through Saturday, June 6
Friday, May 29
9:00am - 11:45am
Get ready for this annual community event full of inflatables,
a foam party, trains, and more! All activities are free.
Food trucks will be providing items for purchase.
Registration is required for ALL special programs.
Space is limited.
9th - 12th Grades & Adults
9th - 12th Grades & Adults
Teens 16+ & Adults
The Municipal Complex parking lot will
close once it is full.
Overflow parking is at Collin College.
Please use the crosswalk at
Brown and Country Club to walk to the
Municipal Complex or ride the shuttle.
This event is brought to you by the
Library and Wylie Recreation.
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storytime | June 1 - July 24
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Stickers are required for entry and are available for
free at the Children's Desk. Space is limited.
FAMILY
Mondays @ 6:00 pm
Bilingual, for all ages
INFANTS
Wednesdays @ 10:00 am
For 0-11 month olds
Big Kids
Wednesdays
@ 10:45 and 11:30 am
For 3-5 year olds
Thursdays @ 1:30 pm
Toddlers
Fridays @ 10:15 & 11:00 am
For 1-2 year olds
Storytime will be on
break from July 27
through September 8.
Storytime will resume
Wednesday,
September 9, 2026.Gentle
Wednesdays @ 2:15 pm
For Kinder - 2nd Graders
Kids Summer Programs
July 14 James Wand - Travel the world looking for the evil Dr. No
No with Magician Extraordinaire James Wand.
Thursdays @ 6:00 pm
July 21 Ropewarrior - Meet the Guinness World Record jump
rope holder who brings jump roping to a new level.
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Library programs are designed for families of elementary school
aged chldren to enjoy together; group attendance from day cares or
other organizations is not permitted. Stickers are required for entry
and available for free on the day of the program. Space is limited.
See our website for full details: WylieTexas.Gov/Library
Tuesdays @ 10:00 & 11:00 am
June 9 All About Animals - Meet some hairy and not-so-hairy
animals from around the world.
June 16 The Yuck Show - Join us for this interactive and
engaging science program.
June 30 Pair of Pirates - A trio of pirates who mix songs of the
sea with a little history and a lot of humor.
June 11 Austin Reptiles - Learn about different kinds of reptiles
from all around the world.
June 23 Professor Pop’s Bubble Show - Laugh and be amazed
as Brett Roberts performs amazing magic with bubbles.
June 18 BK Bones - Come learn about the dinosaurs of Texas.
June 25 Game Night - Bring a game from home to share or
borrow one of ours in this family fun event for all ages.
July 16 James Wand - Travel the world looking for the evil Dr. No
No with Magician Extraordinaire James Wand.
July 7 Blackland Prairie Raptors - Come learn about the many
unique birds of prey in North Texas.
July 23 Family LEGO Build - Bring the whole family and bring your
creations to life through LEGO.
July 9 All About Animals - Meet some hairy and not-so-hairy
animals from around the world.
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Tween Summer Programs
Registration begins 2
weeks prior to the
program date with a link
on our Kids Summer
Learning page at
WylieTexas.Gov/Library.
Space is limited.
Registration is required for ALL tween programs.
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June 8 Austin Reptiles - Check out this fun and informative
program and meet some of your favorite reptiles.
See our website for full details: WylieTexas.Gov/Library
For kids entering 4th - 6th grades only
Mondays @ 2:00 pm
June 15 James Wand’s Magic Class - Watch some fun
magic tricks and learn how they are done.
June 22 The Duelist - An exhibition of swordplay, using
various weapons and styles of fighting.
July 6 Cookie Palooza - Join Taste E’s Sweets and Treats
in a cookie decorating class. *Please only register for one
class.
July 13 Cookie Palooza - Join Taste E’s Sweets and Treats
in a cookie decorating class. *Please only register for one
class.
July 20 Juggling Class - Learn how to juggle with the
fabulous Ramazinis.
June 29 LEGO Challenge - What can you build with LEGO?
Attending a Teen
or Special Program
counts as an entry of
5 books or 2 hours for
Teen Reading Logs!
June 12 Dinosaur Terrariums - Learn from the Master Gardeners
how to create your own “mini” Jurassic Park in the form of a small
indoor ecosystem, a terrarium!
June 26 Cupcake Wars - Michelle from Hands on Design will teach
professional cupcake decorating techniques. (This class is repeated
on July 24. Please register for one class only to allow everyone a
chance to participate.)
July 17 Dungeons & Dragons 101 - Whether you are new to D&D
or a tabletop game expert, meet with Haley of Traveling Bard Studios
to learn the ins & outs of this beloved game. *This program is held in
the Storytime Room.
See our website for full details: WylieTexas.Gov/Library
July 24 Cupcake Wars - Michelle from Hands on Design will teach
professional cupcake decorating techniques. (This class is the same
one as the one presented on June 12. Please register for one class
only to allow everyone a chance to participate.)
Teen Summer Programs
All teen programs are on Fridays from 2:00 - 4:00 pm.
In the Multi-Purpose Room unless otherwise noted.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Registration begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.
You can register via a link on our Teen Summer Learning Page at
WylieTexas.Gov/Library. Space is limited.
July 10 College & Career Workshop - Ms. Thrash with College,
Career, and Military Readiness will help you learn how to market
yourself for your dream college or career.
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For teens entering 7 - 12 gradesthth
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Tablet46.2%
Mobile24.9%
TV18%
Desktop
10.9%
61,172
TOTAL
CHECKOUTS
8,338
HOLDS PULLED 357
PEOPLE USED
OUR DRIVE-THRU
NEW CARDS
ISSUED
567
LIBRARY VISITS
19,912
10,044
OVERDRIVE & HOOPLA
CHECKOUTS (SPL ONLY)
PEOPLE ATTENDED
PROGRAMS
2,492
L I B R A R Y A D V I S O R Y B O A R D
M O N T H L Y R E P O R T A T A G L A N C E
A P R I L 2 0 2 6
DATE RANGE: MARCH 12 - APRIL 151
520
KANOPY
PLAYS DATABASE SEARCHES/
LOG-INS
551
7,557
LAUNCHES
ON OUR APP
DATE RANGE: FEBUARY 2026
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A P R I L 2 0 2 6 - P A G E 2
STORIES OF IMPACT:
A patron at the D.E.A.R. Family event in March remarked that they live closer to two Garland
libraries and come here because this library is their favorite. They said the space and collections
are just superior.
The City Secretary reached out to me last week to let me know: “A Lavon resident, Ellen, called
last week to ask a question unrelated to the Library or Recreation Center; however, during the
call, she raved about the Wylie Library and Recreation Center, which she visits frequently.
Nina had a presenter who was so impressed with the turnout and responsiveness of the group,
he said it renewed his hope in continuing to do library programs. They've had such low turnout
at other stops, they were going to meet about discontinuing library visits.
We got an email that stated, “I've been coming to the Wylie Smith Public Library for quite some
time. I love coming here and studying! One of the best libraries I have been to! ….I want to
mention that I am super grateful to the staff for doing their best for maintaining, providing a
welcoming community space and being the most helpful! Genuinely appreciate all of your
efforts!”
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A P R I L 2 0 2 6 - P A G E 3
Meeting/Training Highlights:
3/12/26 Lisa attended Beanstack: Library Admin Essentials Webinar
3/13/26 Lisa led the Public Library Managers Network Meeting in Allen
3/18/26 Admin team meeting to work on the annual report for TSLAC
3/20/26 Monthly librarian meeting
3/23/26 Ofilia and Xcenia hosted the Library Advisory Board meeting
3/24/26 Ofilia and Lisa attended the State of the City luncheon
3/24/26 Ofilia and Lisa hosted Municipal Court Team Building session
3/24/26 Ofilia, Andrea and Elizabeth attended the Summer Kickoff Planning meeting
3/24/26 Ofilia attended the City Council meeting
3/25/26 Weekly admin team meeting
3/25/26 Ofilia attended PLANT Conference planning meeting
3/26/26 Ofilia interviewed Wylie East High School students for Rotary scholarships
3/26/26 Ofilia attended the Rotary meeting
3/27/26 All staff meeting
3/27/26 Lisa attended Website Accessibility and ADA Title II: What Libraries Need to Know
webinar
4/7/26 Ofilia met w/WISD library coordinator regarding summer outreach
4/8/26 Ofilia and Veronica attended the Library Garden Council meeting
4/9/26 Ofilia attended the Wylie Historical Society meeting
4/10/26 Ofilia attended the Public Library Administrators Meeting in Waxahachie
4/14/26 Ofilia met with local Eagle Scout about potential garden project
4/14/26 Ofilia attended the City Council meeting
STORIES OF IMPACT CONTINUED:
TWO NEW STAFF MEMBERS:
Emily is our new Part Time Youth Services Reference Assistant.
Christa is our new Part Time Library Technician in the Circulation.
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Monthly Report for the Library Advisory Board
(Based on Weekly Reports sent to City Manager’s office every Thursday)
March 12 - April 15
February 12 -
March 11
January 15 -
February 11
Storytime 1,182 872 289
Kid Events 420 52 83
Teen Events 51 19 26
Adult Events 173 192 129
Outreach 444 12 6
Business Exchange 222 140 128
Circulation 61,172 42,849 41,317
Visitors 19,912 12,189 14,581
New Borrowers 567 406 471
Drive-Thru 357 288 348
Holds Processed 8,338 5,815 6,740
Ancestry Sessions Searches
Jan 2026 12 102
Feb 2026 16 291
Mar 2026 14 218
Data Axle Log-ins # of Searches Total Records Downloaded
Jan 2026 22 186 381
Feb 2026 24 126 1,550
Mar 2026 9 50 1,929
Gale Courses Enrollments Total Course Log-ins Total Minutes in Class
Jan 2026 37 125 11,074
Feb 2026 20 95 12,653
Mar 2026 50 81 7,102
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Pronunciator Registrations Logins
Jan 2026 27 56
Feb 2026 22 42
Mar 2026 18 41
Udemy Active Users Courses Enrolled Video Mins
Jan 2026 93 281 17,478.0
Feb 2026 69 102 12,154.0
Mar 2026 68 161 10,153.0
Library App Devices Launches New Devices
Jan 2026 1,432 7,805 541
Feb 2026 1,399 6,752 138
Mar 2026 1,471 7,557 157
Digital Resources Usage:
(Presented by calendar month)
Libby (Overdrive)
Totals for
Consortium Jan 2026 Feb 2026 Mar 2026
Unique Users
19,980
SPL - 2,245
18,268
SPL - 2,123
19,108
SPL - 2,201
Check-Outs
73,196
SPL - 8,271
63,192
SPL - 7,130
70,144
SPL - 7,879
Holds 40,157 30,205 33,492
Purchases 695 636 782
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Hoopla
Circulation
Counts by
Month:
Audio Binge Comics Ebooks Movies Music TV Total
Dec 2025 1,351 57 104 596 160 37 59 2,364
Feb 2026 1,242 56 92 520 138 50 53 2,151
Mar 2026 1,319 37 112 556 148 34 49 2,255
Kanopy
Stats Visits Pages Plays Minutes
Jan 2026 2,869 3,620 628 16,304
Feb 2026 1,605 2,372 553 16,309
Mar 2026 2,050 2,787 520 17,463
Kanopy
Plays by Device Tablet Desktop Mobile Television
Jan 2026 30.3% 3.5% 33.6% 32.6%
Feb 2026 36.5% 2.2% 27.1% 34.2%
Mar 2026 46.5% 10.6% 24.8% 18.1%
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Upcoming Library Programs - May 2026
Adults
Genealogy Mini Camp
Saturday, May 2 @ 10 AM - 3 PM
Learn from experts about trending topics in genealogy. The morning sessions will feature tech
solutions for exploring and sharing family history. The afternoon sessions focus on researching
Mexican heritage. Registration opens April 13.
Bedazzled Book Cover
Thursday, May 7 @ 6 PM
Booked on Fridays
Friday, May 8, 2026
Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty
Third Tuesday Book Club
For Ages 55+
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Table for Two by Amor Towles
Conversational English
Thursday, May 28 @ 2 PM
Preschool
Storytime is on a break until June 1, 2026.
Kids
Summer Kickoff Party
All ages.
Friday, May 29 from 9:00 - 11:45am
Get ready for this annual community event full of inflatables, a foam party, trains, and more! All
activities are free. Food trucks will be providing items for purchase. Overflow parking will be
across the street at Collin College. Please use the crosswalk at Brown to make your way to the
Municipal Complex or take the complimentary shuttle.
Teens
Teen programming is on break until June 12, 2026.
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