06-20-1989 (Library) Minutes `
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
MINUTES
JUNE 20, 1989
The Library Board of the City of Wylie met in regular session
on June 20, 1989 at 6:30 p.m. in the workroom of the Rita and
Truett Smith Library, 800 Thomas, Wylie, Texas. A quorum was
present and notice of the meeting was posted in the time and
manner required by law. Those present were Robert Fultz,
Rita Smith, Cathie Upshaw, Mary Jo Smith, Carol Barry,
Valerie Wiggins, and Library Director Rosanne Burgess.
The meeting was called to order by Robert Fultz, Board
Chairman.
REPORT OF THE SUMMER READING PROGRAM. Theme for 1989 is
Creature Features. A display of some of the currently
completed crafts were discussed. The children are being
divided into two groups by age, because there are more than
75 children at times. Stories and book talks, crafts, games
and activities, including films, keep them involved from 2
til 4 p. m. each Tuesday and Thursday. There have been over
215 registrations. The older age group is working on their
own newspaper. Every child is being encouraged to build on
their own individual talents, stressing that the library is a
fun place to read. These activities present quality i
cognitive learning experiences.
COMPUTER UPDATE. The library personnel and teen-age
volunteers are working to obtain (if possible) another
computer for use in the workroom for data entry on our
materials, etc. As books are checked out, the information is
entered into the computer on a temporary label, and while the
book is out, the data record can be completed. Only the
currently circulating books and non-print are being entered,
for two reasons. One, the materials will show which ones
have been used recently, which will help us determine what
should remain on the shelves. Two, the library is able to
remain open and in full use while the computerization of the
material is completed. There are some computers at the '
schools which we might be able to borrow, and Mr. Witt will
let us know.
GENERAL DISCUSSION
a) Introduction of new Board Members, Jan Morgan and Barbara
Jennings.
b) Discussion of postponement of story time at Southfork
Community because of shortage of staff and volunteers at
this time /
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c) The Lay Representative for the library board will
be present at the NETLS regular system meeting, July 28,
1989 at Kilgore, Texas. John Pitstick, former City
Manager for
Wylie, will be presented an award for Citizen of the
Year.
d) June 24-27 will be the American Library Association
meeting this year in Dallas. Any Board Member wishing to
go to see the exhibits, etc. can be given a pass that the
Director received.
e) Discussion of presentation of tapes, movies, speakers,
handouts, etc. for a program presented by the "Girls
Clubs of America". This program is designed to combat
teen-age pregnancy for girls 9-15 years old. Further
discussion will follow at the next board meeting when the
director has more information.
f) Discussion of pastdue books penalty and fines. We must
follow through on regaining these materials. There is
an ordinance in effect regarding late materials.
g) Policies and Procedures Manual is on the "back burner"
til the Summer Reading Program is finished.
h) Budgeting of large items such as the bike rack, cassette
copier, file cabinet, shelving mailing and printing are
not yet on the budget this year. These items are
projected to be in a five year plan.
i) The Director went to a meeting recently held by the Texas
Municipal League regarding present and future needs for
Collin County. Training for teenagers and transportation
were among some of the problems discussed.
') Robert Fultz said good-bye to the Library Board.
k) Kay Daniel said a word of thanks to Carol Barry and
Robert Fultz for their untiring efforts in behalf of the
"Save the Library Day" last fall .
Meeting Adjourned
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Robert Fultz, Cairman of the Board
Respectfully submitted,
Rosanne Burgess, Library Director