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BOARD OF TRUSTEES - AGENDA
DECEMBER 15th, 1992 - 4 : 30PM - DUNCAN ANNEX
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3 . BILLS { APPROVAL
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Special Fund: $ 80 .00 {
Duncan Funds: $ 682 . 81
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a. Library Holiday Schedule for 1993 {
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C. City Manager's New Year's Resolutions {
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a. City Librarian's Report { INFORMATION
b. System Advisory Board - President Cannon { INFORMATION
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Library - Trustee Robertson {
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a. CLA Memberships { ACTION
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9 . FROM THE FLOOR { PUBLIC COMMENTS
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BURLINGAME PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES
NOVEMBER 17TH, 1992
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting of November 17th, 1992 was called to order by President
a.
Cannon at 4 : 30pm.
Trustees Present: Benson, Cannon, Robertson & Taylor
Trustees Absent: Blevins
Staff Present: Mrs . Patti Bergsing, City Librarian
Mrs . Judy Gladysz , Library Secretary
Mr. Alfred Escoffier, Asst. City Librarian
Guests: Marti Knight, Burlingame Resident
BILLS•
M/S/C (Taylor/Robertson) unanimously to approve the payment of City
checks in the amount of $32 , 300 .77 , payment of the Trustees Special Fund
in the amount of $1,119 . 50 , and Duncan Funds in the amount of $1 , 102 . 43 .
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF OCTOBER 20TH, 1992:
The minutes of the October 20th, 1992 Board meeting were approved as
written and ordered filed.
CORRESPONDENCE AND COMMUNICATIONS:
T All correspondence and communications had been mailed in the Board
packets with the exception of the thank you note from Librarian Bergsing
and the letters from the 5th graders at McKinley School . Secretary Taylor
read the thank you note from Librarian Bergsing and the letters from the
5th graders were passed around for the Board to read.
REPORTS•
Librarian's Report:
Librarian Bergsing said she had talked with City Manager, Dennis
Argyres, regarding the Ripley Report. Dennis explained to her that the
Ripley Report would be one of the items on the Agenda at the Study Session
for City Council in January. There was some discussion regarding the
issues.
President Cannon asked to be kept informed of the status- of the Geac
upgrade. Brief discussion followed.
There was some discussion regarding Info-Edge, the new fee-based
business reference service now being offered by the San Mateo Public
Library.
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System Advisory Board Orientation - President Cannon:
President Cannon reported that the SAB will be meeting with the South
`- Bay Cooperative Library System. She said they are planning a Forum to
meet with different Library Friends groups. President Cannon said the
next meeting will be held at Burlingame on November 30 from 4-6pm.
CLA Conference Reports - Patti & Al :
Librarian Bergsing and Assistant City Librarian Al Escoffier and
several other staff attended the California Library Association's
Conference in Long Beach over the weekend of November 13th. Librarian
Bergsing gave a brief overview of what the Conference had to offer and
Assistant City Librarian Al Escoffier reported on the workshops he had
attended.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
a. Final Draft of the Long-Range Plan: Librarian Bergsing asked if
the Board had any questions regarding the final draft of the
Library's Long-Range Plan. Trustee Robertson said she thought
the final draft was fine. The other Board members concurred that
it was well done and that Al had done a beautiful job on it.
M/S/C (Benson/Taylor) unanimously to accept the final draft of
the Long-Range Plan as presented. Brief discussion followed.
NEW BUSINESS:
a. Holiday Schedule for 1993 :
M/S/C (Robertson/Benson) unanimously to approve the 1993 Library
holiday schedule with notation that if budget constraints prevail after
the 1993-94 budget is approved, the Board may change the holiday hours to
reflect more closures as needed.
FROM THE FLOOR:
Trustee Robertson voiced some concerns about the weak structure of
the Friends group. She said she feels that there should be more
publicity, etc. Librarian Bergsing said it is a priority of Al's to
establish a better, stronger Friends groups and it is also in the Long-
Range Plan.
ADJOURNMENT•
The meeting of November 17th, 1992 was adjourned at 5: 35pm with the
next meeting scheduled for December 15th, 1992 in the Duncan Annex.
Respectfully submitted,
Patricia M. Bergsing
Clerk of the Board
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11/19/92
NOVEMBER
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Librarian's Report
�. December 15th, 1992
City Ulbrmrlmrn Rehires g:
Longtime City Librarian Patti Bergsing's retirement becomes effective
December 29, 1992. Patti has served as Librarian since May 1, 1977. A gala
celebration in her honor will be held on December 12, at a luncheon at the
Marriott Hotel. Articles and photographs appeared in both the San Mateo
Times and the Boutique Villager.
We will miss Patti. We wish her well in her new endeavors!
As you can tell, the above paragraph was written for this report by Al
Escoffier. Thank you Al! I want to take this opportunity to say how much I
have enjoyed working with all of you. You are truly dedicated and professional
Board.
You have my very best wishes for the continued success of the Burlingame
Library and for the speedy renovation of the Main Library building. Thank
you again for everything.
Redwood Tree Struck by Ug hi;rnI ng
The historic and beloved redwood tree between the Reference and
Magazine Room wings was struck by lightning sometime during the past few
months. A routine check of the roof for leaks, turned up a number of
branches which had been downed on the the roof. The area where the
branches from which the branches had fallen revealed a large split.
The Park Department's tree expert, Steve Porter, determined that the
tree had indeed been struck by lightning and was split about half way down.
He contacted Ken Meyer of Mayne Tree, who confirmed the finding. Both felt
that it posed a significant risk for the library building, since a storm was due
shortly.
The City Manager, the Park Department and Timberline (tree
company) responded promptly to the emergency by securing a huge crane
with a 100+ foot boom to remove the top of the tree. Two pieces were
removed: the first was the top 30 foot portion; the second was 20+ feet. The
work was done in about an hour after set up of the crane.
Both Linda and I hoped that we might get at least half of the amount she
requested. Lo and behold, she received the entire amount!!
Congratulations to Linda! Attached to this report is a copy of her request
and her thank you to the Foundation.
Peninsula Lilbma ry Systema
The P.L.S. Council has contracted with an outside consultant to develop a
business plan to see if it is feasible to begin a fee-based books-on-tape service
from the P.L.S. video center. This would be a service provided by mail to rent
books-on-tape. A similar service has been very successful in Los Angeles
County.
Plans continue to schedule site visits to see the two automated
circulation/on-line catalog systems in operation that we are considering for the
replacement of the current Geac System. Vera Warrick from our library is a
member of the team. They are hoping to complete the visits before the end of
the month.
Reference Dimi§iorn
Martha Kinne has joined us in an on-call status for the Reference Desk.
Martha received her degree in library science in June 1992 and has worked in
the Peninsula Library System libraries for 8 years.
Linda Santo and Dan Alvarez attended a tour of the National Archives in
San Bruno on November 17th. Tracy attended a PR forum at County Central.
Discussion centered on the new PLS brochures and viewing three training
videos.
Sandy Gleichmann attended the San Mateo County 2000 "Rethinking
Diversity" presentation by Rafael Gonzales on November 20 from 8:30-11.
The purpose was to increase awareness of individual and institutional biases.
Pmoouraimms
Attendance was up a bit for the November Minotaur Poetry Reading with
46 people enjoying the poetry of Ed Mycue, Jules Mann, Camincha, Joanne
Townsend and our own Warren Wickliffe.
Friends Meeting
The officers of the Friends of the Library met on December 3rd. The
book sale report was complete with proceeds at $ 2,900.00. The Spring Book
Sale dates were changed to April 23, 24, 25* one week earlier than usual, to
avoid a conflict with the San Mateo County Historical Museum book sale.
Shirley Robertson of the Board, was a guest at the meeting. The Friends
were pleased she was there to represent the Board and to offer support for the
Friends. Increased public relations for the Friends was discussed. Several
ideas included: updating the Friends bulletin board, putting a sign up sheet in
the lobby, developing a new registration form for Friends, putting a registration
form in the summer recreation center bulletin, developing a poster of Friends
accomplishments.
Shirley emphasized that the Friends would be part of a coalition of local
citizens for helping with the funding of the renovation of the library.
Branch Circulation Statistics
It was called to our attention that one of the City Council members asked
about the decline in circulation statistics at the Easton Branch Library during
the month of October. After checking statistics for previous years and talking
with the Branch Supervisor, it appears that it wasn't so much a decline this
year, but a 24% increase a year ago. We attribute this to several extra, well-
attended programs that were held at the Branch last October.
The total circulation at the Branch from January through November 1992
was 28,674; for the same period in 1991 the circulation was 30,346. This
represents a decline of 1,672 or 5.5%.
Grant ffuromrn the Biradfford Fou nda4noun
Last month, Linda Santo, our Audio/Visual Supervisor, applied for a Grant
in the amount of $5,000 for books-on-tape from the George and Ruth
Bradford Foundation. As we understand it, this is a small, private, family
foundation, located in San Mateo.
The remaining tree will be cared for with foam in the top of the tree to
prevent water damage and some pruning. There is no guarantee that the tree
will survive, since we do not know how far the lightning went through the
tree.
Lions Glye Donation
The Burlingame Lions Club gave the library a generous donation of
$ 2,300.00, in November. Fifteen hundred dollars was earmarked for the
Large Type Book Collection. The Lions have supported this collection for
many years. This money allows us to maintain a standing order of popular
new titles in large type.
Eight hundred dollars was donated for the support of the children's
summer reading Club for 1993. This money pays for the printing and
entertainment costs of the program.
This is the single largest donation the Lions make each year to one entity!
Thank you Lions!!
Hey Years Re3®lutl®m«
Attached to this report is the annual memo from the City Manager
regarding 1993 New Year's Resolutions. It also includes the Manager's
Resolutions for the New Year, a summary of the Year in Review and a copy of
the Library's Resolutions from last year. I was particularly pleased to note in
the Manager's Resolutions that his second resolution deals with developing a
financing plan for the library's seismic renovation. Al already has the Division
Heads working on their resolutions and we all feel very fortunate that we have
the Library Long-Range Plan to provide the guidelines for the New Year.
Long Ra nge Plan Agslapmrnz=
The library managers met to discuss the Long Range Plan assignments
for 1993. A number of staff volunteered for the task forces and committees.
These work groups will focus on various aspects of the objectives in the long
range plan.
Thaiunk.sgidiQng Closure
As one of the two libraries open on the day after Thanksgiving, we were
busy, but manageable. The Saturday and Sunday after Thanksgiving were
perhaps the busiest all season.
Art students from Burlingame High School exhibited their paintings
through November 17, followed by the current exhibit of watercolors by the
Peninsula Outdoor Painters.
Chilldire n'3 Proaramms
The Family Holiday Program, held on December 5th, had to be moved
to the Children's Room at the last minutes due to the emergency redwood tree
removal. It turned out to be a good thing! The Walden Marionettes were very
well received by parents and children alike. The room was standing room
only! Cathy Somerton counted 150, then stopped counting. We've never seen
such a turn-out!! The program and refreshments were sponsored by the
Friends of the Library.
During November, Cathy did 30 programs with the Begin With Books
program, reaching some 622 children. She also assisted with a Washington
School Book Fair. She will be telling stories to children while the parents
shop!
California Library &.goSiallan R220FIS
Staff reports on their individual experience at the California Library
Association are in your packets.
Upcoming Events:
o Christmas Closures: Christmas Eve, Open 9-1 pm; Christmas Day,
Closed; Day After Christmas- Open.
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o New Year's Closures: New Year's Eve, Open 9-1 pm; New Year's Day,
Closed; Day after New Year's- Open.
o Council Planning Session, Saturday, January 16, 9 am.
o Martin Luther King Closure, January 18.
12/09/92
STATISTICS FOR NOVEMBER 1992
REGISTERED BORROWERS:
Total Registered
Burlingame Adults 11 , 301
Burlingame Children 2 ,588
Hillsborough Adults 1 , 648
Hillsborough Children 729
Non-San Mateo Co. Borrowers 531
TOTAL: 16, 797
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CIRCULATION ACTIVITY: Main: Branch:
Adult Print Materials
(books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 21,038 1, 275
Children's Print Materials
(books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 7,546 1,179
Audio Visual Materials
(records, cassettes, films, videos,
slides, equipment, talking books) 3 ,694 83
TOTALS: 32,278 2,537
Main Total 1992 Circ: 32 ,278 Main Total 1991 Circ: 31,701 = 1 . 82% Inc.
Branch Tot. 1992 Circ: 2 ,537 Branch Tot. 1991 Circ: 2 ,796 = 9. 26% Dec.
Grand Total 1992 Circ: 34,815 Grand Total 1991 Circ: 34,497 = . 92% Inc.
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REFERENCE ACTIVITY: Questions Directions
Reference 4,274 1 ,042
Children's 330 90 I.L.L. Borrowed: 261
Audio-Visual 545 607 I.L.L. Lent: 511
Branch 187 9 I .L.L. Total: 772
Total : 5,336 1,748
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COLLECTIONS: MAIN BRANCH TOTAL
VOLUMES/TITLES VOLUMES/TITLES VOLUMES/TITLES
Ad.Non-Fic. 108,000/102 ,975 4,435/ NA 112,435/107 ,410
Ch.Non-Fic. 18,100/ 16,730 3 ,130/ NA 21, 230/ 19 , 860
YA Non-Fic. 1,680/ 1 ,675 95/ NA 1,775/ 1 ,770
Ad.Fiction 43 , 100/ 41 ,985 4,885/ NA 47, 955/ 46 ,840
Ch.Fiction 14 , 380/ 10,750 5,110/ NA 19,490/ 15,860
YA Fiction 2, 730/ 2,450 320/ NA 3 ,050/ 2 ,770
Reference 5,330/ 5, 250 125 NA 5,455/ 5, 375
TOTALS: 193 , 320/181 ,815 18,070/ NA 211, 390/199,885
OTHER MATERIALS•
Pamphlets 31,130 Paperbacks 4 ,200
Maps 1,510 Records 4 , 575
Cassettes 2 ,130 Video Tapes 710 rt
Compact Discs 525
Deposited with the City Treasurer:, Main._:,.__ $ 3 , 000 . 77 Branch: 329 .00
Xerox: $ 675.00 Rent: $ 1 ,649.00
Est. User Traffic: 30,_.545 Daily Average: 1 , 091 Trustees : $ 1 , 589 . 78
Total Meetings Held: 16 Attendance: 362 CLSA: $ . 00
Children's Programs : 1 Attendance: 90 Total : $ 7 , 273 .55
MONTHLY REPORT
MONTH November, 199..
OUTREACH ACTIVITIES
1 . Volunteer Coordinator
A. Hours worked 43
2. Volunteers
A. Number of volunteers 3 + 4
B. Hours contributed 14 + 38.5
3. Shut-in Patrons---Individual Visits
A. Number of patrons 15
B. Number of visits made 22
C. Items circulated 120
4. Shut-in Patrons--Institutional Visits
# visits Materials circulated
A. Hacienda 7 38
B. Peninsula Hos. 1 12
C. Easter Seals 1 50
D. Care West
E. Marion Convent 1 25
5, Totals
A. Shut-in patrons 15 + 40
B. Visits made 27
C. Items circulated 214
Comments/Activities _
This month saw the return of -'one of our deliverers, who
had been away for six weeks. WP'rp VFRY nlaacad to hnva him
back in the fold.