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Board of Trustees Agenda e8 - P�
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April 15th, 1996- 4.30pm (-V r(e
130 Park Road- Conference Room
�h SUGGESTED ACTION
1. CALL TO ORDER: (z ,
2. ROLL CALL:
3. BILLS:
City Checks: $ Approval
Special Fund: $
Duncan Funds:$
4. MINUTES: Approval
5. CORRESPONDENCE & COMMUNICATIONS: Information
a. Legislation: Summary
b. CLA Legislative Network Alert
c. ALTA Newsletter
4. REPORTS:
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a. City Librarians Report Information
b. Foundation Report u tga, IIWK-v Information
c. System Advisory Board Report A) Information
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None
8. NEW BUSINESS:
L14. Committee for Opening Day ' 1 `" Discussion/Artivir—
,,b. ALA-June 1997 Discussion/Aetien—
c. Friends Budget Request Discussion?Action
9. ADJOURNMENT:
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Burlingame Public Library
Board of Trustees
Minutes
March 18th, 1997
1.CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting of March 18th, 1997 was called to order by President Herman
at 4:35 pm.
2. ROLL ALL:
Trustees Present: Cannon, Dunbar, Herman & Taylor
Trustees Absent: Berger
Staff Present: Alfred Escoffier,City Librarian
Judy Gladysz,Administrative Secretary
Susan Reiterman, Reference Librarian
3. BILLS:
..� M/S/C (Cannon/Taylor) unanimously to approve the payment of City and
Special Fund checks.
4. MINUTES:
The Minutes of the Meeting of February 18th, 1997 were approved as written
and ordered filed. -
5. CORRESPONDENCE AND COMMUNICATIONS:
All correspondence was mailed in the Trustee packets.
6. REPORTS:
a. City Librarian's Report-Escoffier:
There was no discussion about the City Librarian's Report.
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b Foundation Report - Herman:
President Herman reminded the Board that there will be a Chamber Business
Exchange to be held at the Easton Branch Library on April 17th. She explained that -�
she was trying to get a commitment from the Tavern Grill to supply the wine and
hors d'oeuvres, however she has not yet heard from the owner. She announced
that the date for the Elegant Affair, (black tie optional) will be held on Saturday,
September 27th and tickets will be $75.00 each. j
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None
8. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Volunteer Plan:
Sue Reiterman, Reference Librarian and Volunteer Coordinator explained to
the Board that Burlingame has had volunteers for a long time but there has been no
structure or guidelines. She said that people call the Library and ask to volunteer
and the purpose of the plan is to successfully match their motivation and skills into i
helping the staff.
The Board thought the plan was great and hopes it is very successful. They
M/S/U (Cannon/Taylor) to approve the Volunteer Budget in the amount of up to
$3,560. to be taken from the Trustee's Special Fund.
The Board members told Sue she is doing a good job.
b Volunteer/Staff Recognition Funds:
Librarian Escoffier explained that the Volunteer and Staff Recognition Funds
needed to be replenished. He explained that the last time this was done was April
1995. M/S/U (Dunbar/Taylor) to replenish the funds from the Trustees Special _
Fund.
9. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting of March 18th, 1997 was adjourned at 5:10 pm. The next regular
Board meeting will be held on April 15th, 1997 in the Conference Room at 130 Park
Road.
Respectfully submitted,
Alfred H. Escoffier
City Librarian
Trustees Minutes-97March
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Burlingame Public Library
Board of Trustees
Minutes
March 18th, 1997
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting of March 18th, 1997 was called to order by President Herman
at 4:35 pm.
2. ROLL CALL:
Trustees Present: Cannon, Dunbar, Herman & Taylor
Trustees Absent: Berger
Staff Present: Alfred Escoffier,City Librarian
Judy Gladysz,Administrative Secretary
Susan Reiterman, Reference Librarian
3.BILLS:
M/S/C (Cannon/Taylor) unanimously to approve the payment of City and
Special Fund checks.
4. MINUTES:
The Minutes of the Meeting.of February 18th, 1997 were approved as written
and ordered filed.
5. CORRESPONDENCE AND COMMUNICATIONS:
All correspondence was mailed in the Trustee packets.
6. REPORTS:
i
a. Cites► Librarian's Report-Escoffier:
There was no discussion about the City Librarian's Report.
480 Primrose Road • Burlingame, CA 94010-4083 • (415) 342-1038 9 Fax (415) 342-1948
b. Foundation Report - Herman:
President Herman reminded the Board that there will be a Chamber Business
Exchange to be held at the Easton Branch Library on April 17th. She explained that
she was trying to get a commitment from the Tavern Grill to supply the wine and
hors d'oeuvres, however she has not yet heard from the owner. She announced
that the date for the Elegant Affair, (black tie optional) will be held on Saturday,
September 27th and tickets will be $75.00 each.
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None
8. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Volunteer Plan:
Sue Reiterman, Reference Librarian and Volunteer Coordinator explained to
the Board that Burlingame has had volunteers for a long time but there has been no
structure or guidelines. She said that people call the Library and ask to volunteer
and the purpose of the plan is to successfully match their motivation and skills into
helping the staff.
The Board thought the plan was great and hopes it is very successful. They
M/S/U (CannonrTaylor) to approve the Volunteer Budget in the amount of up to
$3,560. to be taken from the Trustee's Special Fund.
The Board members told Sue she is doing a good job.
b Volunteer/Staff Recognition Funds:
Librarian Escoffier explained that the Volunteer and Staff Recognition Funds
needed to be replenished. He explained that the last time this was done was April
1995. M/S/U (Dunbar/Taylor) to replenish the funds from the Trustees Special .
Fund.
9 ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting of March 18th, 1997 was adjourned at 5:10 pm. The next regular
Board meeting will be held on April 15th, 1997 in the Conference Room at 130 Park
Road.
Respectfully submitted,
Alfred H. Escoffier
City Librarian
Trustees Minutes-97March
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City Librarian's Report
April 15, 1997
"Something New is Building..."
By the end of March, nearly all of the underlying exterior sheathing and the steel
windows facing the parking structure had been installed, offering a clear first look at the
building's mass and fenestration.
The contract for new and moveable furniture was awarded to O.P.Contract, San
Francisco. The final approval and contract negotiations for the systems furniture (also
being provided by O.P. Contract) is poised to be completed this month.
The budget is being closely monitored to stay within the allowable contingencies.
Change orders are well under the industry average. We have deleted a number of
optional change orders to help keep the project on track.
Plans are being formulated for the "Move" to the new library. Public relations for
the closure, as well as the planning of opening events is also underway.
Children's Services
- During March, Cathy Somerton did a total of 22 programs, including: 1 Saturday
Story Time; 3 Preschool Story Times, 3 Toddler Story Times, 4 Main Library Story
Times, 4 class visits to Easton, and 8 programs at schools. These programs reached a
total of 519 children.
Work is continuing on the " Youth Commemorative Book" sponsored by the
Burlingame Library Foundation. The finishing touches are being put on the book in
preparation for publication later in the year.
Easton Branch
"Turn Off the TV Week" is being observed with activities which emphasize
reading. Lisa Dunseth created a "Reading Diet" brochure for the event.
Reference Services
The high school librarians met with the public librarians at San Mateo High
School to discuss ways in which we might better serve the student population and
support homework projects. We are also looking at getting PLS Dynix terminals in the
high school libraries, though fiscal issues need to be resolved.
Volunteer Program
After review and fine-tuning by the City Attorney, a draft Volunteer Policy for the
library volunteer program was completed and approved at the Board's last meeting. The
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480 Primrose Road • Burlingame, CA 94010-4083 (415) 342-1038 • Fax (415) 342-1948
City Attorney has indicated that the draft will be a model for other volunteer programs in
the city!
Upcoming Events:
• Library Board Meeting, April 15, 4:30 pm
• Legislative Breakfast, Stanford Park Hotel, Menlo Park, April 19, 9 am
• Foster City Library Opening, April 19, 1000 E. Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, 11 am
• "Change"Workshop for Library Staff, April 25, all day
• Legislative Day, Sponsored by the California Library Association, May 6, 1997, Sacarmento
• Memorial Day Holiday, May 26, Closed
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City Librarian's Report
April 15, 1997
"Something New is Building..."
By the end of March, nearly all of the underlying exterior sheathing and the steel
windows facing the parking structure had been installed, offering a clear first look at the
building's mass and fenestration.
The contract for new and moveable furniture was awarded to O.P.Contract, San
Francisco. The final approval and contract negotiations for the systems furniture (also
being provided by O.P. Contract) is poised to be completed this month.
The budget is being closely monitored to stay within the allowable contingencies.
Change orders are well under the industry average. We have deleted a number of
optional change orders to help keep the project on track.
Plans are being formulated for the "Move" to the new library. Public relations for
the closure, as well as the planning of opening events is also underway.
Children's Services
During March, Cathy Somerton did a total of 22 programs, including: 1 Saturday
Story Time; 3 Preschool Story Times, 3 Toddler Story Times, 4 Main Library Story
Times, 4 class visits to Easton, and 8 programs at schools. These programs reached a
total of 519 children.
Work is continuing on the " Youth Commemorative Book" sponsored by the
Burlingame Library Foundation. The finishing touches are being put on the book in
preparation for publication later in the year.
Easton Branch
"Turn Off the TV Week" is being observed with activities which emphasize
reading. Lisa Dunseth created a "Reading Diet" brochure for the event.
Reference Services
The high school librarians met with the public.librarians at San Mateo High
School to discuss ways in which we might better serve the student population and
support homework projects. We are also looking at getting PLS Dynix terminals in the
high school libraries, though fiscal issues need to be resolved.
Volunteer Program
After review and fine-tuning by the City Attorney, a draft Volunteer Policy for the
library volunteer program was completed and approved at the Board's last meeting. The
- -1-
480 Primrose Road • Burlingame, CA 94010-4083 (415) 342-1038 • Fax (415) 342-1948
City Attorney has indicated that the draft will be a model for other volunteer programs in
the city!
Upcoming_Events:
• Library Board Meeting, April 15, 4:30 pm
• Legislative Breakfast, Stanford Park Hotel, Menlo Park, April 19, 9 am
• Foster City Library Opening, April 19, 1000 E. Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, 11 am
• "Change" Workshop for Library Staff, April 25, all day
• Legislative Day, Sponsored by the California Library Association, May 6, 1997, Sacarmento
• Memorial Day Holiday, May 26, Closed
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4/7/97
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STATISTICS FOR MARCH 1997
REGISTERED BORROWERS: Total Registered:
Burlingame Adults 15,580
Burlingame Children 3,155
Hillsborough Adults 2,200
Hillsborough Children 945
Universal Borrowers 230
Total Registered Borrowers: 22,110
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CIRCULATION ACTIVITY: Main Branch
Adult Print Materials(books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 20,756 1,141
Children's Print Materials (books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 8,223 1,353
Audio Visual Materials(records, cassettes, films, videos, cd's) 5,615 177
TOTALS: 34,594 2,671
Main Total 1997 Circ: 34,594 Main Total 1996 Circ: 33,287 = 3.93% Inc.
Branch Total 1997 Circ: 2,671 Branch Total 1996 Circ: 3,024 = 11.67% Dec.
Grand Total 1997 Circ: 37,265 Grand Total 1996 Circ: 36,311 = 2.63% Inc.
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REFERENCE ACTIVITY: Questions Directions
Reference 4,065 537
Children's 567 351 ILL Borrowed: 1,906
Branch 275 98 ILL Lent: 3,005
Total: 4,898 986 ILL Total: 4,911
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COLLECTIONS: MAIN BRANCH TOTAL
VOLUMES/TITLES VOLUMES TOTAL VOLUMES
Ad.Non-Fiction 117,470 /111,765 4,830 122,300
Ch.Non-Fiction 22,205 / 20,800 1,965 24,170
YA Non-Fiction 1,920 / 1,700 95 2,015
Ad. Fiction 51,710 / 49,420 5,420 57,130
Ch. Fiction 18,515 / 17,220 5,620 24,135
YA Fiction 2,810 / 2,535 350 3,160
Reference 5,600 / 5.400 200 5,800
Totals: 220,230 /208,840 18,480 238,710
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OTHER MATERIALS:
Pamphlets 31,310 Paperbacks 3,410 Maps 1,635 Records 1,500
Cassettes 7,505 Video Tapes 1,895 Compact Discs 1,605
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Deposited with the City Treasurer: Main: 1,150.80 Branch: 341.00
Xerox: 421.00
Donations 75.00 CLSA: 13,544.06
Est. User Traffic: Power Outage-No figures Daily Avg.: NA
Children's Programs: 24 Attendance: 517
Children's Programs for the year 1997: 64 with a total attendance of 1,491 children
STATISTICS FOR MARCH 1997
REGISTERED BORROWERS: Total Registered:
Burlingame Adults 15,580
Burlingame Children 3,155
Hillsborough Adults 2,200
Hillsborough Children 945
Universal Borrowers 230
Total Registered Borrowers: 22,110
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CIRCULATION ACTIVITY: Main Branch
Adult Print Materials(books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 20,756 1,141
Children's Print Materials (books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 8,223 1,353
Audio Visual Materials(records, cassettes, films, videos, cd's) 5,615 177
TOTALS: 34,594 2,671
Main Total 1997 Circ: 34,594 Main Total 1996 Circ: 33,287 = 3.93% Inc.
Branch Total 1997 Circ: 2,671 Branch Total 1996 Circ: 3,024 = 11.67% Dec.
Grand Total 1997 Circ: 37,265 Grand Total 1996 Circ: 36,311 = 2.63% Inc.
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REFERENCE ACTIVITY: Questions Directions
Reference 4,065 537
Children's 567 351 ILL Borrowed: 1,906
Branch 275 98 ILL Lent: 3,005
Total: 4,898 986 ILL Total: 4,911
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COLLECTIONS: MAIN BRANCH TOTAL
VOLUMES/TITLES VOLUMES TOTAL VOLUMES
Ad.Non-Fiction 117,470 /111,765 4,830 122,300
Ch.Non-Fiction 22,205 / 20,800 1,965 24,170
YA Non-Fiction 1,920 / 1,700 95 2,015
Ad. Fiction 51,710 / 49,420 5,420 57,130
Ch. Fiction 18,515 / 17,220 5,620 24,135
YA Fiction 2,810 / 2,535 350 3,160
Reference 5,600 / 5.400 200 5.800
Totals: 220,230 /208,840 18,480 238,710
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OTHER MATERIALS:
Pamphlets 31,310 Paperbacks 3,410 Maps 1,635 Records 1,500
Cassettes 7,505 Video Tapes 1,895 Compact Discs 1,605
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Deposited with the City Treasurer: Main: 1,150.80 Branch: 341.00
Xerox: 421.00
Donations 75.00 CLSA: 13,544.06
Est. User Traffic: Power Outage-No figures Daily Avg.: NA
Children's Programs: 24 Attendance: 517
Children's Programs for the year 1997: 64 with a total attendance of 1,491 children
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CALIFCRNIA I'GRARY r�SSOCIATION
SUMMARY G3; 591 LEGIS KnON
BI'LLWAUTNQR DMCRIFTiCN STATUS
- ;91y6 Would freee the current EP-AF Aeserttbty Lout Govt.
SUQD t (Educational Revenue Au"ntli*m
i-Lm) shift ammnt.at 9998-97 leveis,
and gradually return prmperty tax
mvenues to =Uyrues and outer ,al
gnvemrnertts that are annually transferred
to the EducaUcnal Rvrenue Augmentation
Fund (FRAFj.
AB ��S1N t`NEY Would provide fcr a gradual renliq
support of Tie ERAF base amount to counties RSZeillhly Appmpriations
and loco( gcvernmertta using a certain
Perc*=90 fb=Lda (not yet detww*se(j)-
Throt,gh negotlabons with both authors,
the lilt will novo bo joint-mored by
both Assemblymen Sweeney and
A WrriblYMan Aguilar, as the Loral
Gavernment Caucus vehicle,
132-CAMPSgLL Would require a sch" district that Assenibfy Education
Disam-ovig Proves pupils with avows to the
Intern$t or an OnAne service, to
install a software program to prohW..
Me access by pupfs to sites tftat
contain or matte refererxe to hamtful
matter, as damned. sexual acts,
9t°sss depictions, drugs or the dr49
tUKUrae, gambling, Illegal activity,
alcoholic beverages, anti tobacco.
ABS LR7� Citizen Complaint Act of f W7: would Assembly Consumer
Oppose Unless Amended rlIqtrirLI each state agenCy, inducli tg Prr,,tettion, Governmental
CSU, to make available on its Ntwrwt Efficiency and Economic
welt site, a form through which msMerat, t?gvefoprr=t, w,
can register +complaints, Stat$ ageraes Televising tt*Ably
Must then Wbrm those with ccmpleirris, and lrrfbrmation Technology
of the r►earest public library providing (double referred)
internet access.
A 345 p 5pcnsored tsy San $emarcfinct county, A sembty Local Go}+ernmerrt
Supwrt dme
Amended would, in futures yeeam distribute PL F
ftuding On a per capita basis if tending
rs8dlels a levet t wt holds alt ljt�,vies
harmless.
AS
ffiR E -kF hilL• Woutd eftiinate reduction Asgern7blyr Local GovernmentWatchand transfer proosians to the counts► ki Faft PBSSage.
e3Ch "frontier county, which does not benefit
from any eoorramles of state but is irequired
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rovjde the s�tstc arx�e services as
tarwr s:v[7n *8'
AB 4Q3 CH Y Ommes :fm Literacy ,`'Or PubLr 3
SupPod Concept p Awamhiy Education
ror�m; a library service:; Pr�ri►
to i X Mase tt)e English language
1ftr5tcY Of Pew =nvkted of a =irl7e
and sentenew to a foul wrmctionai
faaitit f, or FOie050d on parole or
Probation. Author�!es public Rbrartes
witfr Current adult literacy serVkMS to
coordblate of os with kmw sher"rFEs,
Director of COM=ns, or paroie or
prviaaticn dOMrtment.
AM "AA WOU d aPPMO tate $2 rniJfion from Ile As em* E€tucatiun
watch General Fund to the Glendale UntftW
&OW Distri for the construction
Of a Cornmunitr library as part of the
Edison Schoc>flPwft Parts Mofiel
Neighborhood COd7llttunity Revitail=tion
Ptojen
lnaeases the fees for:i<btg s claim A-%MbFy Judciary
Watch, Usk lift in small daims court by$2. This
amount would be deposjtW into t
Low Library Trust Fund.
8+6$rDUCHENY Creates the library Mate fiats Fund, Assembly Education
SUpPart under the Slate Superhj&_-tdent to
annually apportion to each =hcvl
dlstrtet the seam of$5 for each mit
of ADA, to puRdTaSe materials that may
Lnrt rude, but are not limited to boots,
references mmtemais, periodicals,
laser disks, etc_
AS 927 MjWp50N Sponsored by the city of mmi&ita, Asseny Rule$
Watch, Seek info this Is a "spot bill" MjWrQ to the
withdrawal of a cKy rx ibrary
lurisdiMon froom a county free library
systern.
-Pt'p.%TA Would create the Stats Uteracy AssernM EtYucaMn
Support Re6oww Gerxter, a muttfagency
ooliat:crMon for the improvement
Of litetacy rssearch, Oal development,
reeourcC Sharing, and Information
disseminailott. Also aeates a LtteraW
Council On which a member of ttte
SMate Ubmry would be seated.
AgA UES Same content as AS 1, but Assembly i ocal Coot.
Support PC a mr7 '&'honor am8ndmOnt, Mull
be placed on the stagwide ballot � Ele�:ions,
by a Reapportionment and
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two-lhlyda vote of the jeVia4atM, thus Gnns&u&mw ArrWWK* nts
amitiRng a Govemor's veto. Throes
ngQatitlns with both author, u e
fin Mff new be joirr"uttrorrw by
both A&bernbtyman Sweeney and
A" mblymm•Aguier, as ft Local
Govert meat caucus vehide.
S 1 t K Public noaces: ambit¢ o#Fter things, Senate
Mott dose imposes a spate manda , by iclz3ry
requiring county n9coMers to submit
infarmaWn nxerved by newapapws
regarding t'l tous business nww
statements, *„o the State Ubrarian
for in ion on fts Calffomia
homePMfj on the Internet
SB 147-AYE an(Cp
��apPro+r� Mould require HUd no city. county, Senate Local Govt.
or focaEf agencyr may incur any Failed pawMe,
k2debtedness {6UCh as certificates Reconsideration grarted.
of Participation (copsj, as deemed,
wfthout gtior approval by a rnajpnty
Of the votL"'
3 54- 2MLSON Would auftfi a the board
SDOnsov upport of supervisors in a oaurity Assembty Revenue 8 Tax
to irnpose a 114 or 1/8 oertt
sales tax,subject to a Mrds
vote Of the votes in a county,
and net to excead 16 years,
to be used only for library
pu>7csee�
-- —�� Sortie as AS 4013-Duch
Support Concept cmabes the Literacy fur Public Smite Pubuc $afety
Safety lett omm.
§X. 75-_S_tJER WOUld ptaoe a cap an the amount Senate Appropriations
Support Car'=Pt than Ward of Equalization Can
impMs upon adrnlnistratlan costa
fnr the C,ouM of SUnisiaus in
reflect rig the taut for the support
Of countyuvide fibrAq pnVrams-
B41 also authorizes the Board
Of SuPeMsom in loan Maieo County
to levy a sale3 £arc for the sup9ort
Of pubtc elen w-ftry and s000rat"
Wucatton, c=munity colleges, Parks,
end libra6m, subject to a 7l3rds
vote of tt19 voters in tha county.
,4LPERT The t_ibrary of California:
& SVitEENEY 8POrrsored b C Senate Etter
CLL SQvnrsomd Y �, wewi
estabksh a major, statewide
networldng sysWM Of Mwurce-
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ung, comrrwnscationa and
delivery, and privation
of maWais for appnixtmately
8,000 of Caiiforn�a-s mull type
tfbraries.
Y Would name the law library of tlT6 5+erteee .f�dictary
Appy Catlfomia State Library tie
Sesrtard W. WttIOM State Law Ubrary
of Caa'e bmia.
UPPOM Seek Info
S Creoles }tie FawO, Counselor. and ��ttate Apprrapristions
SuAPaR Libramn Emptoymant Fuad wftn the
State'Treasury to crew a het ua-e$
in feel-time faculty, counselor, and
librdriarr positions in the Calffarnia
COMMwity Coftges,
SB W2tgB&YkN ERAF bill: 8iMilar to Ael-Aguiar. Sereaffi t_oual Govemment
support
sponsored by Los Angeles CoWtjr. Senate Educat4on
SttAAort wouid allow a C4, county or
library &Sd1d to *aequeg a lF
waiver if neipdvely impacted by
Propftft r 218.
On a pilot basis, would $/law for Senate Education
several lora-use library face ty
PrajeCts between a school dlwid
and a city or ccwrty p4tbtla tibmry_
The ftft AJJd= 4n ftaM would
award granth froar arrant spool
bow funds !C sdw districts of
no mare than MOM for those
3dMGj dtrxrkb expressing k1west,
and$200,OW up to three yew for
operational gmnts with sd=ls
derrSonstrating readmt�ss.
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ACTION ALERT. SB409
CLIA LEGISLATIVE NETWORK
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TO: Linda Crowe
Peninsula Library System
FROM: Gerald Maginnity
THE CALIFGlRN1ALIBRARY ASSOCIATIONS LEiGISLATIVE NETwURK
The CLA Legislative Committee has responsibility for establishing
a LegislatNe Network to coordinAM lobbying activities on behalf
of libraries and library services in California. The Network is
composed of Contacts, each of whom is responsible for initiating
and maintaining a close relationship with a sate or emoted
official. The Network Is activated by the Legislative Network
Coordinator, who distributes Legislative Alerts as needed, and
who updates and maintains the roster of Legislative Contacts.
Legislative Contacts provide legislators with timely information
on general matters reluW to libraries. Contacts may also
organize local support groups to write letters, make telephone
calls and lobby their elected representatives in support of
libraries.
Fax Tloh _--
T " 1!�G#d
Fax# QA i L W e,
Phone*
If you have questions on this material, call Gerald Maginnityr, Legislative wtwork Coordinator
916-264-2722(VOX) Str,-441-3425(FAX) mvlsOns-net
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ACTION ALERT: SB 409-A.LFERT/SWEENEY
THE LIBRARY OF CALIFORNIA
April 7, 1997
TO: CLA Legislative Metwork
From: Gerry Magi.nnity
CFA Legislative 14etWOrk Covr&LnAtor
This inforn►ati.on is compiled from several a6urces. Copies will
alma go to members of the CIA Legislative Coumnittee, Cooperative
L135ZarV Syst M, and vvia a-mail to several sites and lists. PI-O 0
oxcuse the duel ica,t,iQn.
" 409 will be heard in thw Seuate Education Committee on April
16, 1997.
YOU MUST WRITE NOW.
Very fear letters have ween r .ved as of last Fxiday. Please
write those members of Senate Education, if you have net already
done so. Letters will need to be received by the mozobers by
Thursday, April 10 in order to be recorded in support on the
committee analysis.
We need lot& of letters? And we need lettwrs front different types
of libraries. Lettern F"ft patrons and citizen advocates are
eEPOcially portant.
Your letter mhould be brief, and =straw two as three reasons why
the Library of California a.et SS 409 will benefit your patrons
and/or your kind of ljj;? :ary. You should mentlon than thorough
planning and de"lopment stage.
RF'R-0 -199' 15:59 BALIS PLS SBCLE'. 14153495089 F'.03/04
Ploase take a moment today to write each **mgr of the Senate
Education Cc nna ttoo and urge their support of this important
_ measure to kma heard on Agtil, lfth. 14tti=s should be si;nt to ovexy
a�dber of the committee, especially the chair:
The Sonorahlo Leroy Greene, Deirdre Alpert
Senator Main FAX 916-327-2188
Chair, Senate Education FAX in San DiegO Office 619-
Committee 696-8930
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814 Ralph C, Dills
(no FAX disclamd) Main FAX 916-323-8056
FAX in Gardena office 37.0-329-
5244
Tom Hayden
Main PAX 916-324-4523 Jarx. 0'Connell
FAX in LK office 310-441-0724 Main FAX 916-322-3304
PAX in Santa Baffiara office
Ray gaynes 805-966-3707
KnU t FAX 916-447-9008
FAX in Riverside office 909- Byron Sher
276-4483 main PAX 916-923-4529
RAX in 14edwaod City ofic a 415-
Terana Hughos 364-2102
Mitxn FAX 916-445-3712
FAX in Inglawood office 310- John Vascondallos
412-0496 Main FAX 926-324-0283
FAX in san Jose office 408-
Ross Johnson 286-2338
Main PAX 916
FAX in Irvine office 714-833- Diane 'Watson
0696 Mair( rAx 916-327-2599
PAX in LA office 213-295-0910
i-Iliam Knight
Maus FAX 916-445-4662
FAX in Palmdale office 805-
947-9145
8arnr.W Pherson
Main FAX 916-445-8081
FAX in Santa Cruz gffice 408-
424-5124
Dick Monteith
Mair, PAX 916-445-0773
FAX in Modesto office 209-577-
4963
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The Li-bravy of California bill, SB 409, was introduced in the
Senate on FWuuary 18, 1997, by Senator Dade Alpert (b-Coronado)
and Assemblyman Michael Sweeney (n-Raywardl . Tho} hill .is
co-authos:ed by Senator B ucm�! McPhergon (R-Santa Cruz) , Aaaamblyman
Jim Cu=nean (R-San Jose) and Agaea-blym n Brooks Pirestene (int-mss
olivcas) .
Sponsored by CLA6, tha Library Qf Califcxnla legislation
establishes the framework for a multi-type library network in
California, linking California's mora than 13,000 libra les to menet
the needs of Erna dimer" population, The plass for the Library of
Califarrjia rvsults frcua :zine years of planning, involving more
than two thousand librarians and library supporters throughout the
state.
88 409 exparm s upon, and replaces the California. Library Service--
Act
ervicerAct (CLSA) of 1974, which provided a satchmxsiam for public library
cooperation and xesousce sharing.
The Library of California wi.11 expand. the C1.3A franuawork to
include all typca of libraries in California - public, school,
academic, and spacial libraries, such as law and medical
libraries. It will create a statevida el tretiic network through
which cit%aens will have acee8s W information availabls in
thousands of library collections. Libraries will link collections
and services such as dixect borrowing, patron referral,
in"rlibrary lean, and docuaaant delivery throtwh the statewide
elecst runic network.
S8 409 declarers that the legislature's pal-icy is to ensure
adequato funding of li6rari" frena local or other sources, with
stats "d under this program servi.n4 as a supplement to, rather
than a replac mant for, other funds. The Library of California
establishes the vision of a "virtual. library," to be inpl.emented
increa oo ntal ig c rer several rears.
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STRIKE FRANCISCO
ALTA PRECONFERENCE: FUNDRAISING a
FOR YOUR LIBRARY �T7
Prospecting for Gold: The ABC's of Fundraising is a pre-
conference to the American Library Association Annual
Conference, designed to provide an appreciation of how CIA
fundraising is done, an understanding of why it is needed W
by public libraries and an opportunity to see examples of
libraries that have"struck gold"with successful fundraising
campaigns. You'll come away with strategies to create
financial opportunities for your own library. Join us for a
profitable three days.
Friday, June 27, 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the Fund for America's Libraries How to register
All ALTA preconferences require advance registration by
Begin planning your "gold rush" in a session on how to
maintain harmony among members of your fundraising June 1. Registration is limited. Priority is given to ALTA
members registering before May 15. Cancellations must
team. Prospecting for funds will be easier after the mid- be received in writing before June 15. No refunds for"no
morning overview of fundraising techniques such as shows." Refunds will be processed less a $25 fee; should
annual giving, major gift solicitation and direct mail you be unable to attend,substitutions are always welcome.
campaigns. Then find out how to maximize the potential For reservation information, contact ALTA, 50 E. Huron
of Friends groups, which play an important role in library St., Chicago, IL 60611.
fundraising,advocacy, services and programs.Top off the
morning learning how to establish foundations. Fees
$150, ALTA members; $200 ALA members; $243, non-
Preconference luncheon speaker Dwight F.Burlingame is members. Fee includes all materials, lunch, and breaks.
the director of academic programs and research at Indiana Registration fee for non-members also includes a
University Center for Philanthropy and author of numerous membership in ALTA.
books and articles on library fundraising. He will lead you Continued on page 2
into an afternoon filled with a wealth of information.
In This Issue of Trustee Voice
Striking gold is impossible without knowing the right
Annual Conference.................................................y.........1
sources. You'll learn how to find resources for grants,
corporate funding, fundraising management and other
Councilor's Report............................................................3
Meal Function Order Form...............................................3
helpful information through the Foundation Center. Then
hear three libraries that received funding through The ALA Presidential Candidates............................................4
Library Leadership Fundraising Training Project tell how ALTA Candidates..............................................................5
they implemented the fundamentals you've learned during News&Views...................................................................6
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the day. You'll complete your fundraising training with Glimpses from South Africa..............................................7
sessions about building capital programs, planned giving ALA Legislative Day........................................................7
campaigns and special events. Meeting Savvy...................................................................8
STRIKE GOLD IN SAN FRANCISCO continued from page I
MORE EVENTS FOR TRUSTEES Library Association (PLA) and other "hot" topics. Also
Attend the all-new ALTA Opening Session for Trustees, meet the 1997-98 ALTA officers.
entitled Panning for Trustee Gold, on Saturday, June 28,
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. This session promises valuable SOS LUNCHEON
information concerning policies on patron behavior in the Sunday,June 29, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
library, the basics of community-based partnerships and Plan now to attend the Specialized Outreach Services
what's new for trustees at the ALA exhibits.New and sea- Committee Fourteenth Annual Youth Alive with Books
soned trustees with find this a great learning experience. Luncheon, co-sponsored by the Association for Library i
Service to Children (ALSO).
Then from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., attend the President's Guest speaker is noted children's author Arthur Yorinks. 1
Program,Where's the Money!Library Fundraising into the
21st Century. Trustees, Friends, librarians and foundation Tickets are$50 in advance until June 15.To order,use the
executives will discuss strategies for writing a successful Meal Function form on page 3.
grant proposal.
ALTA GALA
On Sunday,June 29,9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.,the Education of Sunday,June 29, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Trustees Committee program,Buckle Up in Cyberspace, Treat yourself to an evening of elegance and fine dining
will address policies and censorship in using the Internet in on the shores of the San Francisco Bay. You will enjoy a
libraries. Later that afternoon, attend the ALTA Closing spectacular view of the Golden Gate Bridge from the
Session for Trustees and Membership Meeting. Hear private St. Francis Yacht Club, one of the most beautiful i
ALTA liaisons to various ALA committees update you on settings of any facility in the world.
the latest issues of value to trustees. Get the most current
information on issues concerning legislation, intellectual Tickets are$75 in advance until June 15.To order, use the
freedom,Friends of Libraries,ALA membership,the Public Meal Function form on page 3.
VIRGINIA MCCURDY (LEFT), ALTA PRESIDENT, INTRO•
DUCES PHYLLIS LYONS, DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES '
AND ERIC NEWTON, MANAGING EDITOR, AT A PREVIEW
VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE FREEDOM FORUM'S NEWSEUM,
SCHEDULED TO OPEN IN APRIL. FIFTY ALTA LEADERS
ATTENDED THE PRESENTATION DURING THE MIDWINTER
MEETING OF THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION IN '
WASHINGTON, D.C. THE 72,000-SQUARE-FOOT MUSEUM IS
FUNDED BY THE FREEDOM FORUM, A NONPARTISAN, INTER.
NATIONAL FOUNDATION DEDICATED TO FREE PRESS, FREE
SPEECH, AND FREE SPIRIT FOR ALL PEOPLE. j
VOTE OR YOUR ALTA REPRESENTATIVES
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Five ALTA members are running for positions on the ALA Council. If all five are elected, it would mean unprecedented
representation for trustees on the governing body of ALA.There are 54 people running to fill 27 positions.You can vote for
up to 27,or as few as five. Giving all of your votes to ALTA representatives will give them a better chance of election:
Running are:
■ Jack W. Cole, trustee,Hennepin County Library, Minnetonka, MN
■ Herbert A.Davis,trustee,Baltimore County Library Foundation, Brooklandville, MD
• Suzine Har-Nicolescu,chief librarian/professor, Medgar Evers College/LUNY, Brooklyn, NY
■ William G.Murphy, trustee,East Islip Public Library, Great River, NY i
■ Sharon.A Saulmon, head librarian,Rose State College, Midwest City, OK
COUNCILOR'S REPORTBy Judith Baker ALTA 1997 MEAL FUNCTIONS
Council is the governing and policy making body of ALA, President's Reception
presided over by the president,consisting of 100 members Friday,June 27, 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
elected at large, 11 chosen by divisions, 53 by chapters, :�i Free Number attending
and including the 12 members of the Executive Board.
Council delegates to the divisions the authority and ability SOS Luncheon
to plan and carry out programs and activities according to Sunday,June 29, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Council Policy. ❑ $50 Number attending
Less than a handful of trustees sit on Council—Not much ALTA Gala at St. Francis Yacht Club
representation? Well, no it's not. But, when a resolution Sunday,June 29, 7 :00 pm - 10:00 pm
proposed changing wording to the Library Bill of Rights $75 Number attending I
during the 1996 Mid-Winter Conference, ALTA was
approached to speak to a resolution to 'Reaffirm the
Library Bill of Rights,'which was accepted,by acclamation No refunds after June 15.Tickets will be mailed after June 1.
and applause. That was my very-first-day-on-the-floor
...exciting,yet terrifying...introduction to Council. Method of Payment
❑Check or money order is enclosed(in U.S. funds)
I have been fortunate to participate in a body whose payable to ALTA.
actions positively impact the library community for years
to come. Space allows me to mention but two which I Please charge: ❑VISA ❑ MC AmEx
consider the most important.
• The expansion of the Washington office to include Card Number
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more timely manner and,more importantly, allows us Account Number Expiration Date
to quickly acquire, disseminate, and take immediate
action on issues affecting the library community
...giving us a stronger national voice and presence to Signature
shape national library policy.
What reasonable accommodation would you like the
• Providing financial and legal support to successfully association to make for you?(i.e,sign interpreter,dietary
fight First Amendment challenges at the local, state requirements,etc.)
and national levels, most recently affecting on-line
access to information.
In the next issue, + will inform you regarding Council's
action on the SRTF (Structure Revision Task Force)
Report as it affects the organization and our division.
Your name(please print or type)
So...watch this space.
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ALA PRESIDENTIAL
The candidates for ALA president-elect were each asked to provide a biographical introduction and to answrk"
two questions specifically related to ALTA and trustees.See the March issue of American Libraries for mo
on the candidates,as well as your ballot.Please be sure to vote and make your voice heard.
2. What programs would you forward to sustain ALTA
as a fiscally health% and productive division of ALA?
ALTA is one of the smallest divisions of ALA—it has the
potential to become one of the largest. The key to ALTA's
fiscal health is more members —`and more membership
dues. As ALA treasurer from 1992-1996, I know ALTA's
finances well. In addition to providing funds,ALA should
work with ALTA to tap the tremendous
potential for increased membership and participation.
Working with ALA's membership committee and working
ANN SYMONS cooperatively with other divisions should also be explored.
LIBRARIAN
JUNEAU (ALASKA) DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL
In 1993, our small community erupted in an emotional
censorship incident over the book Daddy's Roommate.
Leading our school district's fight made me realize how
essential trustees, governing boards, and ALA are to the
work we do. The Juneau School Board stood firm in the
face of vocal and often nasty protests against librarians
and our selection decision.
I have a long history of involvement in ALA: as a 4t
member of several divisions, Council, the Executive K 1. \ N E T H E. D0 %1 LIN
Board, treasurer, and now as Intellectual Freedom
DUtti Lf \ _ p,in
Committee Chair.
I have worked during the last 35 years for boards and com-
l. What do you see as a meaningful role for trustees in missions. Having been director of four public libraries,
ALA leadership, on Council, and on ALA committees? most recently the San Francisco Public Library, I fully
I see nothing less than full participation—the same opportu- understand the importance of citizen boards and their role
nities as all ALA members.ALTA members bring a different, in libraries. I have a B.A. in history, M.A. in Library
and very valuable,perspective as citizen advocates to ALA. Science, and M.A. in Public Administration. I am now {
We need your expertise,the public viewpoint you bring,and principle in DOWLIN2000, a corporation committed to
your participation.During the year I am president-elect,I will advocating libraries and librarianship for the 21st Century.
work with the Committee on Committees to place ALTA
members on committees, and instruct the Nominating 1. What do you see as a meaningful role for trustees in
Committee to ensure that the diversity of our membership, ALA leadership. on Council. and on ALA committees?
including ALTA members, is represented on the Council I think it is very important for members of ALTA to be full
ballot. I want ALTA members to play a part in both participants in the activities of ALA.They should serve on
designing and participating in an advocacy program for association-wide committees. Council and other elected
my year as president. Working together within ALA,we activities. While the division has a very important
can all influence the decision-makers to ensure that program to carry out, they should not consider themselves
libraries are fully funded. isolated from ALA overall.
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NEWELL-MINOR MURPHY
As your 1st vice president I will embrace diversity and I am honored to be a candidate for second vice president of
change. Trustees must know how to run effective board ALTA.I will direct my energies toward three objectives:
meetings,along with knowing how to lobby their state and
national legislators in order to receive the best services for 1. I will continue in the sharpening of ALTA's focus. I
their libraries. My experience on the ALTA executive 2. ALTA, as the national voice of library trustees must
board as 2nd vice president along with my continuous increase its membership. This will happen through more
work on the Illinois Library Trustee Executive Board,my programs for trustees. Let us engage in more national
training as a parliamentarian and my educational back- institutes and regional seminars in cooperation with other
ground will enable me to bring new ideas and understanding divisions of ALA.
to you in my role as ALTA's 1 st vice president. 3. I believe it is time to seek additional professional
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help to expand the membership and to find funding for
programs. This organization, with ALTA's consent, will
_ develop a marketing plan for ALTA and will aid ALTA in
making direct appeals to private,corporate,and government
entities for funding.
ALTA is too important to just exist.ALTA must grow and
I want to be part of the team that makes it happen.
DENISE E.
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I believe the strength of ALTA will come from three areas
of activity: 1) providing rich learning experiences for
trustees attending ALA conferences; 2)developing quality
educational materials on all aspects of trusteeship for .. /
distribution nationwide; and 3)using every opportunity to
integrate trustee concerns within all divisions of ALA. G A I L
DYSLESKI
Expanding preconferences and programs for trustees attend-
ing ALA annual meetings must continue.Support of the work As ALTA looks toward the year 2000 and beyond; we
ofALTAmembers serving as liaisons of other ALA divisions, must concentrate our efforts in three areas if we are to
roundtables and ALA committees has allowed expression continue to speak in a strong united voice: membership,
of the trustee viewpoint throughout ALA in matters of education and advocacy. We can accomplish this through
education,library advocacy,and policy development. innovative ways that are designed to entice new members
Continued on page 6
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SH.kREAl.T:k N'IEI%S continued from pa(
72. What programs would you forward to sustain ALTA ALA RECEIVES HILLARY CLINTON DONATION
as a fiscally healthy and productive division of ALA? First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton donated$5,000 to the
I do not feel it is the role of the president of ALA to tell American Library Association (ALA) for the Born to
Read program, administered by the Association for
the divisions what programs they should undertake. At Library Service to Children(ALSO).The funds were from
the same time they should be part of the governance the proceeds of her book, "It Takes a Village and Other
Lessons Children Teach Us."
structure and all of the programs of ALA as a whole. I do
have some suggestions based on my experience with The Born to Read program aims to help parents raise
children with healthy bodies and minds. The three-year
trustees over three decades; It is important ALTA provide national project, funded by The Prudential Foundation,
leadership in the orientation of new trustees to their builds partnerships between librarians and health care
responsibilities locally and their role visa vi the providers to reach out to "at-risk" parents and help them
raise children who are "ready to read."
profession, to provide learning opportunities to improve
their skills, and to guide them into the ALA family. WIN A COMPUTER FOR YOUR LIBRARY
Your library could win a multimedia computer system in
the Kids Connect @ the Library Contest, sponsored by
I would also suggest that ALTA reach out to other ALA and Suave. Families are asked to share how their
supporters and community leaders. For example, the children "connect" at the library and how they use the
emerging group of Library Foundation directors and board library to encourage reading in their families. Parents can
win $20,000 to use toward college and a computer for
members provides an opportunity for ALTA. I their library. Computers will be awarded to a public or
suggest a column in the publications of PLA and other school library in every state. Information was sent to
libraries in January. Entries must be postmarked by April
ALA divisions that have a common audience. 30. For details, see http://www.ala.org/KidsConnect.
LIBRARIES GET TECHNOLOGY FUNDING
The Administration's FY98 budget released to Congress
ALTA CANDIDATES continued from page 4 on February 6 contains$136.4 million for the new Library
Services and Technology Act (LSTA). The budget also
includes a major increase in school technology funding.
to join our ranks by providing them with the tools they
The President's proposed budget would fund the Library
need to succeed on a local level. Through working with Services and Technology Act for the first time. Designed to
the regional vice president, target areas can be identified replace the Library Services and Construction Act(LSCA),
and information customized to meet each area's need. it focuses on technological innovation and outreach services
and funds a new national leadership program.
We need to continue to provide quality programs at the NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
aJoin in the celebration, April 13-19, as we observe this
annual conference,however,we need to keep in mind the
year's National Library Week theme, Kids Connect @ the
thousands of trustees that do not have an opportunity to Library.The goal is to encourage parents,grandparents and
attend. We need to provide more regional workshops and other caregivers to bring children to libraries early and often
to help them connect to books, computers, and other
training sessions. I look forward to working to open new resources that will help them to learn and grow throughout
avenues so that all trustees can experience and be part of their lives. During Log-On at the Library Day,April 16,
libraries nationwide will offer demonstrations of the
ALTA's educational process. Internet. These celebrations offer great opportunities to
bring more people into the library and elicit positive media
Editor's note: For each candidate's complete Statement of coverage. Ideas for activities and promotion are available
Concern,contact the ALTA office. from ALA's Graphics Catalog,or check out ALA's Web site.
GLIMPSES FROM SOUTH AFRICAby Dr. Lucille Thomas,Trustee, Brooklyn Public Librari
A glimpse at a Soweto library's reading rooms filled to
capacity with students preparing for exams.An exhibit of
key South African children's literature These were among
the highlights when a unique and energetic delegation of
54 people traveled to South Africa,November 6-19, 1996.
Susan Roman and I were part of a group of school and
public librarians, educators, authors, editors, and other
supporters of children's literature, family literacy, and the
promotion of reading, organized by the People to People
Citizens Ambassador Program. The purpose of the visit
was to provide us with opportunities for extensive
professional interaction and leaming with our counter-
parts in South Africa. The People to People International
Program is based on the belief that private citizens
reaching out in friendship to people of other nations can
make a significant contribution to world peace.
The seminars conducted in Johannesburg, Pretoria, and
Cape Town focused on 1) teaching children's literature to
future educators and librarians, 2) connecting cultural
LUCILLE THOMAS I\ SOUTH AFRICA. institutions and events with children's literature, and 3)
PHOTO BY RICHA RD ROMAN promoting children's literature to children and families.
Professors at the University of South Africa emphasized
the challenge of training library school students through
the use of distance education and traditional methods.
LIBRARY LEGISLATIVE DAY '
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We also made site visits to schools, public libraries, and �
READ, an organization that trains teachers and librarians
ALTA members are encouraged to participate in the 23rd how to introduce books and reading to school-age
anniversary year Library Legislative Day events in children.Another highlight was a Book Forum sponsored
Washington, D.C., May 5-6. An Issue Briefing on by the International Board on Books for Young People
Monday, May 5, 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m., at the Holiday Inn
on Capitol Hill will prepare participants for an informed (IBBY) South Africa and Western Cape Children's Book
and effective day of Congressional visits on Tuesday. Forum at The Centre for the Book.
On Tuesday, May 6, 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 We were struck by the beauty of Pretoria,a green city with
Y Y p.m., you will visit
your state legislators. Appointment will be made by your parks and gardens with flowering trees and shrubs.
state coordinator. Participants are encouraged to develop Johannesburg is characterized by its wealth, energy, and
handouts about state and local library issues. ALA's beautiful climate. In Soweto, the largest Black Township,
Washington office will provide free background kits for we visited an Early Childhood Educare Center sponsored
participants to distribute as well. For more information, by the Greater Soweto Association.It gave us a glimpse of
contact your state library association or call Mary their work with trainers of preschool teachers.
Constable, ALA Washington office, 1.800.941.8479.
Also, refer to the Washington office web site, This limited space cannot accommodate all of my
http://www.ALA.org/wshoff/ impressions. I left South Africa with a feeling that
children's literature is central to the transition of libraries
Lucille C.Thomas in that country and that it is considered an essential
Legislation Committee Chair component of a child's education.
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MEETING SAVVY
Try these tips for running a good meeting:
■ Don't compete with group members. Give their ideas precedence over yours.
■ Listen to everyone. Paraphrase,but don't judge.
■ Don't put anyone on the defensive.Assume that everyone's ideas have value.
■Control the dominant people without alienating them.
• Realize that your interest and alertness are contagious.
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■ Keep all participants informed about where they are and what is expected of them.
Keep notes on flip charts or boards that everyone can see.
■Check with the person who owns the problem to find out if an idea is worth pursuing
or if a proposed solution is satisfactory.
■Give others a turn at running the meeting.Those who learn to lead learn how to participate.
Excerpted from Communications Briefings as reported in Financial Times.
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