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Burlingame Public Library
Board of Trustees
Minutes
July 15th, 1997
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting of July 15th, 1997 was called to order by President Herman at
4:30 pm. The Board welcomed new Trustee Mary Lou Morton.
2. ROLL CALL:
Trustees Present: Berger, C,a , Dunbar, Herman & Morton
Trustees Absent: *mm CdW#L-A
Staff Present: Alfred Escoffier, City Librarian
Judy Gladysz, Administrative Secretary
3. BILLS:
M/S/C (Berger/Dunbar) unanimously to approve the bills as presented.
�-' 4. MINUTES:
The Minutes of the Meeting of June 17th, 1997 were approved as written and
ordered filed.
5. CORRESPONDENCE AND COMMUNICATIONS:
All correspondence was mailed in the Trustee packets. There was some
discussion regarding the Legislative Bills and Trustee Morton asked what "ERAF"
stands for. Librarian Escoffier said he would find out for her.
Mr. Escoffier distributed a 91 page list of sites visited on the Internet during
the 24 hour survey period. Librarian Escoffier said library staff, can give the Board
an Internet demonstration if desired.
Trustee Morton was very impressed with the "Librarian's Guide to
Cyberspace" and the "Guide for Parents and Kids" which was compiled by the
American Library Association.
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6. REPORTS:
a. City Librarian's Report:
Librarian Escoffier reported that the construction project is on time and --�
within budget.
Librarian Escoffier reported that the "move" bid to move back to Primrose
has been let. Four vendors have responded. He also noted that the telephone bid
was successful and a contract signed.
b. Foundation Report - Herman:
Foundation President Herman reported that the donor wall donations are
going well. The Foundation has purchased software to do accounting and record
keeping. The Board is working hard on the "Elegant Affair" Fund Raiser to be held
on September 27th.
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
a. Dedication Update:
Librarian Escoffier reported that he has met with the Dedication Committee.
He said the "Program" is in draft form. The Burlingame High School Band and the
Canada Jazz Band will play music for the Dedication along with an address by the
State Librarian Kevin Starr.
b. Internet Policy:
President Herman asked Librarian Escoffier if he knew who the person was
who made the initial complaint. Librarian Escoffier said no complaint was made to
either the staff or the City Librarian.
Trustee Berger asked if the person who complained would be willing to come
forth to address the Board in the future. Mr. Escoffier said he did not know. He
reported however that both Internet stations now have privacy screens installed.
President Herman asked if the Internet Policy that had been adopted earlier
was being followed. Mr. Escoffier said it is. Trustee Dunbar asked if the sentence "If
what you view causes discomfort to others, staff may intervene" should be added.
President Herman said she'd rather not add more to the policy while it is under
study. The Board concurred.
Trustee Dunbar asked if patrons can get E-mail and have "chat-room" access.
Mr. Escoffier replied that as he understands it, in some cases, you can read your
mail if you subscribe to a particular e-mail provider. Trustee Berger asked if it
matters how the patrons use their half hour. Mr. Escoffier said no. He added
because of the way technology has advanced, there are ways to get into the chat-
rooms.
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Trustee Dunbar asked if San Bruno has a filter. Mr. Escoffier indicated that
San Bruno is the only library in PLS to have one. Trustee Dunbar then asked him
what kind it was. Mr. Escoffier responded that it is "Surf Watch".
Trustee Morton said s �' k Sorb a� �'41.= Cn I pub-
�- protect children. Trustee Berger said if the library provides appropriate supervision
and disclaimers then they're doing their job. Trustee Dunbar said she thinks
Parent/Child training sessions are in order. She also feels the need for more
research on filtering. The Board members said they will do some research on their
own. Trustee Dunbar noted that Redwood City Library requires parental consent.
President Herman suggested an Agenda item for the next meeting to adopt an
"interim policy" for the Internet until sufficient research can be done, and a new
policy adopted.
8. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Election of Officers:
MIS/C (Dunbar/Morton) unanimously to nominate Trustee Berger for
President and Trustee Cannon for Secretary for the 1997/98 year. President
Herman thanked the Board for their support and passed the gavel on to President
Berger.
b. Employee Achievement Awards Committee:
Under the guidelines of the Employee Achievement Awards, the Board
agreed to have Trustee Herman and Secretary Cannon serve as the Committee.
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9. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting of July 15th, 1997 was adjourned at 6:00 pm. The next regular
Board meeting will be held on August 26th, 1997 in the Conference Room at 130
Park Road.
Respectfully submitted,
Alfred H. Escoffier
City Librarian
Trustees Minutes
8/21/97
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BURLINGAME
City Librarian's Report
August 26, 1997
"Something New is Building..."
The building is moving rapidly toward completion. I am pleased to report that the
completion of the building will meet the specified deadlines with only a few exceptions.
We anticipate "Beneficial Occupancy" by September 2, 1997.
There have been delays in individual projects such as shelving and carpeting,
but careful planning have accomplished these within the necessary schedule. The
building is now running on permanent power, and the HVAC chiller and fans are
running full time. Even though the building is not fully enclosed, running the chiller and
fans has helped to draw the moisture out of the slab, allowing the carpet installation to
proceed.
The project was caught by the unseasonable one inch rain downpour on the
evening of August 19" resulting in some water in the building on the upper floors, but
the floors are drying out and should be fine within a couple of days.
The contractor and subcontractors are expected to work through the weekend to
meet the August 291h schedule.
There will be deliveries of furniture and equipment throughout the month of
September both before and during our move. A few construction items, as well as some
furnishings may not make the October 4`h opening, but we will be substantially
complete. I would anticipate that "punch list" work will continue through the month of
September. Our construction management firm, Richard Sampson Associates, will
maintain an office in the library for approximately 45 days after completion to complete
close-out of the project.
Move to Primrose
The move to the new library will be coordinated by a team consisting of the
moving firm, our construction manager, and staff. Esther Cummings will head the move
team. The move schedule follows.
A complete public relations package is being implemented to inform the public of
the move, the closures and the opening events. The package includes fliers and
bookmarks for distribution within the library. Letters are being sent to local libraries and
schools to inform them about the closures.
Move Schedule
The milestones of the move to the new main library are as follows:
• September 13- Close Temporary Library
• September 15- Begin Move to New Main Library
480 Primrose Road • Burlingame, CA 94010-4083 • (415) 342-1038 • Fax (415) 342-1948
• September 27- Elegant Evening Gala
• October 4- Dedication and Grand Opening, 11-4 pm
• October 5- Open House, 1-4 pm
• October 6- First Open Day, 9 am
Library Dedication
Banners advertising the opening events will soon be posted on Broadway, as
well as the Primrose Library. Plans include keynote speaker State Librarian Kevin Starr,
and a host of other special events.
Internet Policy Review
Several letters and articles have appeared in the local newspapers regarding
Internet.. Your packet has the background materials you requested. At your request, an
"Interim Internet Policy," appears on your agenda for discussion and action.
Children's Services
During July a total of 31 programs were offered: 4 Preschool Story Times, 4
Toddler Story Times, 4 Main Library Story Times, 8 Bedtime Story Times, 1 visit to the
main library, and 10 programs at schools, including visits to all of the classes at the
Hillsborough Summer School. These programs were attended by a total of 694 children.
Personnel
We have hired Jeff Mikulik for our newly created Library Assistant I position. This
position was a reorganization of the Library Assistant III position soon to be vacated via
retirement. This position will be divided between Technical Services and Reference. In
Technical Services, Jeff will provide support for the newly reorganized Periodical unit
under the Technical Services Supervisor, Vera Warrick. In Reference, Jeff will assist
our Automation Librarian with hardware and software installation and maintenance. Jeff
has worked for us as a page and Aide and we are pleased that he is now occupying
this important new position.
ERAF
Last meeting the Board asked for the meaning of the legislative funding for
county libraries which holds promise for county library support. The acronym stands for
Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund.
Upcoming Events:
• Library Board Meeting, August 26, 4:30 pm
• Park Road Library Closes, September 13, 6 pm
• Library Move Begins, September 15
• Library Board Meeting, September 23, 4:30 pm (Primrose Library
• Foundation Elegant Evening, September 27, 6 pm
• Dedication and Grand Opening, October 4, 11 am
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STATISTICS FOR JULY 1997
REGISTERED BORROWERS: Total Registered:
Burlingame Adults 10,394
Burlingame Children 3,023
Hillsborough Adults 1,715
Hillsborough Children 959
Universal Borrowers 465
Total Registered Borrowers: 16,592
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CIRCULATION ACTIVITY: Main Branch
Adult Print Materials(books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 19,625 1,382
Children's Print Materials (books, periodicals, pamphlets, paperbacks) 7,537 1,827
Audio Visual Materials(records, cassettes, films, videos, cd's) 5,734 250
TOTALS: 32,896 3,459
Main Total 1997 Circ: 32,896 Main Total 1996 Circ: 31 ,998 = 2.80% Inc.
Branch Total 1997 Circ: 3,459 Branch Total 1996 Circ: 2,968 = 16.50% Dec.
Grand Total 1997 Circ: 36,355 Grand Total 1996 Circ: 32,966 = 1.00% Inc.
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REFERENCE ACTIVITY: Questions Directions
Reference 3,589 467
Children's 399 401 ILL Borrowed: 2,376
Branch 361 124 ILL Lent: 2,692
Total: 4,349 992 ILL Total: 5,068
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COLLECTIONS: MAIN BRANCH TOTAL
VOLUMES/TITLES VOLUMES TOTAL VOLUMES
Ad.Non-Fiction 118,665 /112,760 4,895 123,560
Ch.Non-Fiction 22,580 / 21,060 2,045 24,625
YA Non-Fiction 1,940 / 1,715 95 2,035
Ad. Fiction 51,515 / 49,740 5,480 56,995
Ch. Fiction 18,805 / 17,385 5,700 24,505
YA Fiction 2,855 / 2,585 355 3,210
Reference 5,600 / 5.400 200 5,800
Totals: 221,960 /210,645 18,770 240,730
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OTHER MATERIALS:
Pamphlets 31,510 Paperbacks 3,410 Maps 1,640 Records 1,500
Cassettes 7,660 Video Tapes 1,940 Compact Discs 1,645
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Deposited with the City Treasurer: Main: 2,949.33 Branch: 286.60 '' 3 S
Xerox: 298.00
Donations .00 CLSA: .00
Est. User Traffic: Power Outage-No figures Daily Avg.: NA
Children's Programs: 31 Attendance: 694
Children's Programs for the year 1997: 153 with a total attendance of 3,873 children
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From: Barry
Date: August 1, 1997
Re: Lynx Browser
I have read the article from the Library Board by Michael Schuyler on the Lynx
browser for Internet access. Let me first address the technical issues involved.
Lynx is a text-based web browser (as opposed to Netscape which is a graphics-based
web.browser), which typically runs on the Internet server. If we were to install Lynx
on our server (which is located at PLAN), it would force all other PLS libraries to
use Lynx,for Internet access. Santa Clara County is currently running dual servers,
one for Lynx and one for GUI (graphical user interface, i.e., Netscape). So, another
L option would be to talk PLAN into running two servers, which I feel would be a
doubtful proposition at this time, unless we wanted to pay for it.
I am now exploring the option of installing Lynx on the individual Internet
workstations. Through the Internet I have located a product called DosLynx, which
is a version of Lynx that runs through DOS. I have downloading a copy of DosLynx
onto one of our terminals, but thus far have been unable to get the network
configurations set properly, however, I think this can be accomplished. I have even
contacted the author of the article for assistance (see attached), but he is of the
opinion that Lynx will only run on the server, so this process may take me some time.
In the meantime, you and the board may be interested in taking a look at a Lynx
based system, as it is quite different from the GUI that we are used to. The main
difference is that Lynx is a command based system, while Netscape is a menu based
system. Lynx is more like doing a Dialog search than "surfing the `net." Lynx does
not allow for the use of a mouse, so that there are no point and click capabilities. If
you would like to search a Lynx based system, simply access the San Francisco
Public Library on any of our Internet terminals (http://sfpl.lib.ca.us), and select the
option "Connect to SFPL Online System." Once you are connected, choose the
option for the World-Wide Web (#4). I would be happy to show you how to do this
or to do a demonstration for the board.
August 1, 1997
As I see it here are the advantages and disadvantages to the Lynx browser:
Advantages:
• It blocks out pictures that some people may find objectionable.
• It is much faster than a GUI
Disadvantages:
• It blocks out pictures that some people may find objectionable.
• It blocks out all other pictures and graphics.
• It is not user friendly.
• PLAN will not support it.
• It does not restrict access to pornography, only pictures.
• It does not restrict access to chat rooms.
• It does not restrict access to e-mail sites on the Web.
For now I will continue to try to configure DosLynx on one of our terminals unless I
hear otherwise. As always I am available for questions.
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Date: - Thu, 31 Jul 1997 10 : 22 : 58 -0700 (PDT)
From: Michael Schuyler <michael@linknet.kitsap. lib.wa. us>
To: Barry Mills <millsb@pls . lib. ca.us>
Subject: Re: Lynx
^� Thu, 31 Jul 1997 , Barry Mills wrote :
Dear Michael--
> One of our Library Board members gave me a copy of your article "When
> Does Filtering Turn into Censorship?" I am curious whether one can run
> Lynx of a workstation basis? In other words we get our Internet access
> through an Ethernet network which serves all 32 libraries in our system.
> Thus I couldn' t load Lynx onto our Internet server, but I wondering if I
> could install it on the individual Internet terminals within my branch? Any
> information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
No. Lynx runs on the server itself. Ours is compiled for a SUN, but it
also works on other platforms . Of course, whether Lunx appears on a
workstation is a matter of a menu choice. We have some with Lynx, some
without, controlled by menus .
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lynx FAQ
Note: Because UNIX is a case sensitive language, when commands are given in these FAQs, please type
~" them as is. For example, the word 'pine'would be typed all lower case.
Also, to show that something is a command, it will be surrounded by quotes, i.e. pine'but when you type
the command, do not type the quotes, only what is inside of them.
• What is lynx?
• How do I get started?
• Moving around
• Some basic commands
• A practice run
• Bookmarks
What is lynx?
Lynx is a very easy Web Browser for the UNIX shell account. The main differences between Lynx
and other Web Browsers is that you cannot see pictures and you have to enter all the commands
on the keyboard rather than using the mouse.
How do I get started?
To start lynx, from your main UNIX prompt, type the word 'lynx' (remember, without the quotes
and UNIX is case sensitive) and hit the return key.
You will see an opening screen which will vary from ISP (Internet Site Provider) to ISP. Most will
present you with different starting places from which you can choose.
All opening screens, however, will have hypertext links which will be shown as a different type of
text i.e. underlined or shadowed. Those links will take you to other places when you move to them
and hit enter. Is all this confusing? Take heart, read on....
Moving around
There are a few things you will need to know. First, how do you move around?
The down arrow - will highlight the next link
The up arrow - will highlight the previous link
The right arrow - will follow a link
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lynx FAQ
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The left arrow - will return you to the previous link
The space key - will show you the next page within the same link
The enter key - will follow a link
Commands
g (go to) - will allow you to enter a url to go to
o (options) - to change options such as your email address and define
your bookmark file
a (add) - will add the current url to your bookmark file
v (view) - to view your bookmark file
h (help) - the help pages q (quit) - to leave lynx
A practice run
Since this is all in theory, let's show you a practical example:
At your UNIX prompt, type 'lynx' (remember, without the quotes and UNIX is case sensitive) and
hit enter.
hit 'g' and type in 'http://cybercom.net/--ellen' and hit enter.
You will now see my homepage. Where I have an image, you will see the word [image]. You will
also see normal text (i.e. WELCOME TO ELLEN'S HOMEPAGE!) as well as links (i.e.
PICTURES).
Hit the down arrow 3 times and you will see that you are on the link called What I Do For Fun.
Hit enter or the right arrow.
You have now followed a link.
Hit the space bar and see the next page and play with the up and down arrows.
Follow one of the links and see what's there.
Hit the left arrow to go back to my fun page.
Hit the left arrow again to go back to the main page of my webpage.
Bookmarks
You can bookmark this page. What that means is if you find a page you want to visit again, rather
than trying to rind the url address again or writing it down on a piece of paper, you can create a
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lynx,FAQ http://cybercom.net/—ellenilynx.htm
bookmark file in which you store all these urls.
You first need to know if you have a bookmark file set up.
Hit 'o' and you will see a list of options you can set. You may as well set up all sorts of things while
you're in there. For example, if it says:
NONE for your bookmark file, hit 'b' and type 'bookmarks' and hit enter
NONE for your editor, hit 'e' and type 'pico' and hit enter
NONE for your personal email address, hit 'p' and type in your email address and hit enter
To exit the options menu, hit 'r'
Now we can save the url in your bookmark file! To do this, hit 'a' and you will be asked if you
wish to save this in your bookmark file or not. Hit 'y' to save it.
Do you wish to view your bookmark file? Hit 'v' to view it.
Now you have to admit that my webpage is an interesting place, but there are many wonderful
places on the World Wide Web. A good place to get started is in yahoo.
Hit 'g' then hit your backspace to clear what's typed there, type in 'http://yahoo.com' and hit
enter.
Enjoy!!
Back to Ellen's FAQs page.
Back to Ellen's main page.
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Make Online Smut Off Limits at Library
By C00Y NIURRY the head librarian tit the Central movie without the parents present.
iwas walking Library this is what I found out: The video store won't rent R-rated
through the The use of computers for smutty videos to minors without parents'-
cniWren's read-
chat talk is very common. Hard- written permission.
`-' ing section of core pornography menus are easily Are these standards censorship?
the San Pedro stumbled upon by typing in com- Some call it sponsorship.Let's con-
the of the mon children's words on search tinue to sponsor the basic standard
Los Angel e s `' prompts. Children also can access we already have by inviting the
>d Public Library ° to Playboy magazine. library to rejoin the community.
ed and noticed Who decides what will be offered The library does not have tq offer
three 8- to 10- in the library?Whoever runs your unrestricted pornography and
IN year-olds whis- local library. The Los Angeles Snug Some libraries require par-
rk pering and gig- library is run by a Board of Library encs to give written permission for
gling at one of Commissioners appointed by the children to use adult material.
he the library's computers.I looked at mayor and approved by the City Some libraries don't offer chat
to the screen to see what game they Council. room access. Other libraries
as found so exciting and to my sur- According to Los Angeles City installed screening software.Thereis new software that, according to
lg prise,they were on an Internet chat Librarian Susan Kent, the library manufacturers' claims, uses direct
a_ line with some lewd chatters.I read policy set in 1995 states that the access blocking to URL (name)
ct. a screen full of hard-core language library does not support censoring and IP (number) Web site
of describing various sexual acts in of computer material in any way, addresses. For example, a search
he crude, graphic slang. The young and that it is the responsibility of for "chicken breasts" would yield
it? library patrons watched the screen parents to monitor their children's
ne and excitedly discussed it. use of the computers. That sounds recipes but block views of Miss
ch I walked over to the children's very reasonable in theory. But July's breasts.
ito librarian and asked if she was there is nothing reasonable about Computers are exciting. Let's
aware they were on the chat line the reality that children are at the restore a little balance to this
ar with smutty chatters.She said she library playing in smut on a regular extreme situation. Go to your local
basis. Children often come to the library and see what's happening.If
:i- knew and there was nothing she you don't like the situation, call
on could do about it. It was the policy library without their parents. your city council representatives
a- of the central library. In San Pedro,we have a commu. and encourage them to change
rill After visiting the library several nity standard.Kids can't look at or things.
ng more times, speaking to staff buy a Playboy magazine at the local
fat locally and downtown,calling poli- corner market until they are 18. tinily Murry is a registered nurse
d. ticians, computer companies, legal The local movie theater won't let and mother of five. She has been a
:K experts,a library commissioner and underage kids into an R-rated library volunteer for 18 years.
fro
The Los Angeles Public Library Replies
SUSAN KENT enjoyment. It has never been the We are testing a variety of com-
City(ibruriuun,Lw Angelo library's policy to tell people what puter privacy screens which would
they should or should not inquire allow only the person sitting
,{ :flurry's essay illustrates into,or to foist our personal view- directly in front of a terminal to see
M
° the complexities that public Points on our users. The principle what is on it.
libraries all across the U.S. face we adhere to is that no matter who We will continue to provide pub-
N regarding public access to the our users are, regardless of their lic access to the Internet and not
y Internet in library facilities. Some economic status, their educational
control or censor content.The use
w people have made the assumption attainment, beliefs or cultural of the Internet is solely in the pur-
s x that the Internet is a source of background,they have the right to
.". moral corruption and that the pub- come to the library and find,or get view of the individual user. In the
N lic libraryis responsible for oni- help finding, what they see fit to case ib children,it has always been
p find. the library's policy that it is par.
W. toring the Net to protect the ents who have the right and
iE community's children. While we The recent Supreme Court deci. responsibility to guide their
1K understand the concerns that some sion that overturned the Commu- children's reading,viewing and use
b parents have with their children's nications Decency Act established of the Internet.
1c use of the Internet, we should not a broad protection for free expres- There are some people who use
v forget that the public library sion on the Internet. The court P P
K serves everyone in the community.
affirmed that the Internet is a the Internet to locate materials that
unique medium that deserves the others might categorize as objec-
EE Peopte use the library h myriad q tionable,just as there have always
ways.Everyone has a right to find highest degree of 1st Amendment been people who felt that certain
sm whatever information he or she protection and that content-based P P
regulations are unconstitutional. print materials in libraries are
xr needs, be it for business, scholar- objectionable.Over the years,there
ship, self-enlightenment or This means that we at the library have been many attempts to censor
will continue to educate parents on
)" the best ways to use the Internet or ban library materials, including
TALK TO VOICES with their children so that parents books like "The Diary of Anne
can decide for themselves what Frank," "Huckleberry Finn" and
7 By Mai: they want their children to see or the Bible. But under the 1st
Voices not see. The American Library Amendment, those efforts were
1 Lw Angeles Times Assn. has a terrific resource bro- thwarted
Times Mirror square chure that includes"50 Great Sites The Los Angeles Public Library
Los all Vol"mail:A 90053 for Kids" as recommended by is committed to serving the com-
�) � (21 3)2moa: children's librarians. We will be munit However,there is a differ-
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(213)237-7968 t h e ALA ' s W e b s i t e and arbitrating morality. The
00 am 10te"44: (www.aia.org/parentspage/great- library, while certainly a partici-
- <voicev4Wlatimes.com> sites) from the Los Angeles Public pant in the community, cannot be
Please include daytime telephone number. Library's Web page. its moderator of morality.
� � .���. ,.. ,tit ...'.:.•.
�. Parents' Guide to the Internet
arents who want to guide their youngsters through cyberspace and
protect them from adult sites can get help from the American
Library Association. The ALA has compiled a list of 50 great Web'f
sites for children. They include:
•Children's Express—offers news for kids,by kids(http://www.ce.org/)
•The Dinosaur Society—ventures beyond"Jurassic Park,"with visits
to dinosaur digs(http://www.dinosociety.org/homepage.htmi).
•National Center for Missing and Exploited Children--4ells how to
stay safe on the Internet(http://www.missingkids.org/childsafety.htmi).
• The White House—where kids can.tour the President's home
(http://www.whitehouse.gov/WH/kids/htm1/home.htm1). =
To get a copy of"The
Librarian's Guide to
Cyberspace for Parents& ;
Kids"—with the complete
list of 50 Web sites,plus
Y} tips on how to talk with
children about the Internet
4 - and other information—
check out http://www.ala
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.org/parentspage/greatsites
on the Web or write to
r; f ALA Public Information
Homepage at theDinosaur Society,a fun Place. "Vice,Dept:P,.50 E.Huron:,
for kids to visit—and learn—on learn—on the Internet St.,Chicago,IIL 60611. 3
Why Africa Matters to You
oes it matter to us what happens "Health doesn't recognize bound-
in Africa? That's what someone aries,"he added. "We have 22 million
asked James Wolfensohn—head cases of AIDS worldwide.Two million
of the World Bank, which distributes die of TB each year. We also have in-
$17 billion a year to developing coup- creased numbers of deaths from ma-
tries—when he visited Capitol Hill re- laria. You can't opt out for refugees.
cently to talk with a group of Congress- They cross borders.You can't opt out
men and their aides. ;for crime and family vi-
His answer: "Whether =offence.Quite apart from
you like it or not, we're _ ` economic values, we
part of the world. It's not `` =stand for something.We
optional. We have im = need to provide moral
portant economic ties. values and leadership."
Four million American After visiting Uganda
jobs depend on exports in 1995, Wolfensohn
to developing countries. set up an Internet link
Half of the growth of our between students there
gross domestic product and students in Jack-
and 40% of the growth • son Hole, Wyo., near
in world trade depends world Bank's Wolfensohn, his home. Theyve been
on developing countries." who gave geography lessons schmoozing ever since.
PARADE MAGAZINE•AUGUST 10, 1997 PAGE 7
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Return To ALA The Libra mall s Guide
Introduction
For' Parei 5 K16
No From The American Library Association
Definitions
Great Sites
for Kids & Parents
$afety Tips The following sites are recommended for preschool-elementary age
children and their parents by librarians who work with children, and
with the Web, every day. They include members of the Association for
Library Service to Children, the American Association of School
Librarians, the Public Library Association, and other divisions of the
American Library Association.
For Kids
Help For P ftnts
• About Rainbows. Answers to questions about "one of the most
spectacular light shows observed on earth."
OA http://www.unidata.ucar.edu/staffJblynds/mbw.html
FW Wds 0 American Memory. Primary documents and historical
materials available on the Web from the Library of Congress.
http://Icweb2.loc.gov/ammeni/ammemhome.htnil
• Animals, Myths & Legends. A collection of games, activities
and folklore from Australia and around the world.
http://www.ozemail.com.au/—oban/
• Ann Arbor (Mich.) District Library Youth Page. Designed
to look like a notebook, the site opens to helpful and
entertaining sections from homework to hobbies.
http://www-personal.umich.edu/—pfs/aapUcp4.htrffl
• Berkeley (Calif.) Public Library Kid's Page, Calif. An online
toy box of good kid's books and more.
http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/bpUkids/index.htmi
• Bill Nye the Science Guy. Nye applies his entertaining
approach to science to the Web, with a Demo of the Day,
highlights from the day's television episode and a chance to
e-mail your own query. http://nyelabs.kcts.or
• Black History. This Black History site offers a full range of
activities and explores African-American issues on the Web.
http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/BFMAfroAm.html
• Brendan Kehoe's Kids on the Web. Primarily a site of links to
other sites, from homework help to pen pals, with sections for
parents and for net safety.
http://www.zen.org/—brendan/kids.htn-d
• Brian Jacques Home Page. Created for fans and friends of the
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Redwall books. By David Lindsay, age 12.
http://www.islandnet.com/-qnd/dave/jacques.html
• Brianna's Name That Book. Brimming with booklists, this site
features a quiz at the end. http://www.az.com/-dday/books.html .�
• Britannica Online. See who else was born on your birthday, or
any other day. http://www.eb.conVbio.html
• Castles for Kids. Pictures, glossary, and interesting stuff about
the Middle Ages. http://fox.nstn.ca/-tmonk/castle/castkids.htnil
• Children's Express. An award-winning news service featuring
news for young people as reported by young people.
http://www.ce.orv,/
• The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. "Where children
grow up and adults don't have to" is the museum's motto. The
pages on sculptor Alexander Calder are especially fine.
http://www.al.com/children/home.html
• Children's Television Workshop. Sesame Street in
cyberspace, the online home of the Cookie Monster and the
other characters of the popular CTW program.
http://www.ctw.or /
• Cranes for Peace. An award-winning site where you can learn
about Sadako, the thousand origami cranes and how to fold
your own. By Sue Parker and Greg Stripes.
http://www.he.net/-sparker/cranes.htnil
• The Dinosaur Society. A site that ventures beyond Jurassic
Park II with "dino-art," visits to digs, and more.
http://www.dinosociety.org/homepage.html
homepage.html
• The Exploratorium. The science museum in San Francisco
mounts electronic versions of hands-on exhibits like the science
of hockey, tracking severe storms and how to dissect a cow's
eye. http://www.exploratorium.edu/
• Flags of the World. A simple site with color images of flags
from most of the world's countries created by Jim Croft of
Australia. http://155.187.10.12/flags/nation-fla sg htn l
• Internet Public Library. A full service children's department,
including an "Ask a Question" reference section. Explore
science fun and facts with Dr. Internet. Check out the Science
Fair Project Resource Guide and a host of other Internet
resources on math, geography, history and other key homework
topics. Also features "Story Hour," booklists, book reviews by
kids for kids. http://ipl.orglyouth/
• Jean Armour Polly's Fifty Extraordinary Experiences for
Internet Kids. Well organized links to fun, interesting and
educational sites from the librarian/author of"The Internet Kids
Yellow Pages." Includes The Secret Garden, a special section
on "What Parents of Preschoolers Need to Know about the
Net." http://www.well.com/user/polly/ikyp.exp.htmi
• Kidlink. A colorful collection of links of interest to children,
including a multicultural calendar. http://www.kidlink.ora/ -�
• KidPub.Over 11,000 stories written by kids all over the world.
http://www.kidpub.org
Jkidpikb/
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• Kids of the Web. Features links to Web pages created by kids
and a Kids Web Page Hall of Fame. Created by three siblings.
http://www.hooked.net/—Ieroyc/kidsweb/index.html
• Latin American Network Information Center. An extensive
collection of sites and resources devoted to the study of Latin
�- America, many designed expressly for children.
http://www.lanic.utexas.edu/la/region/k-12/
• Let's Go On a Dolphin Watch! Two elementary classes share
their observations and photos from a dolphin watch with the
Virginia Marine Science Museum off the coast of Virginia
Beach. http://www.whro.orgJvmsm/watch.htH
• Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. The page for young
people includes family guides, museum hunts and art games.
http://www.metmuseum.org/htn lfile/education/kid.html
• Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Delivers activities, advice to
parents and a wonderful section on children's books tied to
specific program themes, all in the gentle style of America's
favorite neighbor. http://www.pbs.org/rogersl
• Multnomah County Library KidsPage, Portland, Ore. An
action-packed, animated site. Special features include a
scavenger hunt and other games, "good stuff to read,"
homework help, hot links to cool sites,jokes, riddles and more.
http://www.multnomah.lib.or.us/lib/kids
• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
Find out how to get photos from space, see a launch, get a
lesson plan. http://www.gsfc.nasa.gov/NASA�homepa eg html
• National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian. A
beautiful site in the family of excellent Smithsonian Web pages,
with notes on current exhibitions, research links, publications
and more. http://www.si.edu/nmai/
• National Wildlife Federation. The Kids Page Features articles
in English and Spanish from Ranger Rick, the environmental
magazine for children; a homework help section; and briefings
on issues such as the wetlands, endangered animals, water
quality and more. http://www.nwf.org/kids/
• New Moon. An advertising-free electronic magazine for girls
and their dreams, with strong sections for parents.
http://www.newmoon.or.9/
• Ohio Public Library Information Network(OPLIN).
Colorful gateway to a wealth of educational and fun online
resources for "webtots" to "webteens."
http://www.oi)lin.lib.oh.us/EDUCATE/
• Origami. Clear instructions and elegant models in the
traditional Japanese art of paperfolding from Joseph Wu in
Japan. http://www.datt.co.jrigmi
p/O /
• Reading Rainbow. Based on the award-winning PBS children's
television program. Hear an audio greeting from host LeVar
Burton. View the program schedule, or enter the Young Writers
and Illustrators Contest.
http://www.pbs.or-g/readingrainbow/levargreeting.htmi
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• Sacramento (Calif.) Public Library's Kid's Place. Includes a
Hot Site of the Month, "hot links" to cool sites and a section for
parents and teachers. http://www.sna.com/saclib/kids.htm
• Sounds of the World's Animals. It's bow-wow in English, but
wanwan in Japanese. Learn how people describe the sounds
animals make in 13 languages. From Professor Catherine Ball,
Dept. of Linguistics, Georgetown University.
http://www.georizetown.edu/cball/animals/animals.htn-d
• Sports Illustrated for Kids. A busy, colorful site with articles
about sports figures from Jackie Robinson to Jackie
Joyner-Kersee; league standings, games and more.
http://www.pathfinder.com/@@oQJipAUAyMgaV5fC/SEFK/
• Star Journey. A beautiful site from National Geographic
featuring star maps and info on the Hubble telescope.
http://www.national.geograpffic.com/features/97/stars/
• Today in History. From the Library of Congress, a day by day
listing of historical events.
http://Icweb2.loc.g_ov/ammem/today/today,
• U.S. Postal Service. A wealth of games and puzzles, stamp
collecting information and more for young people.
http://www.usps.gov/kids/welcome.htm
• Virginia Hamilton. The gifted storyteller and writer applies her
internationally recognized creative abilities to this wonderfully
accessible site. http://members.aol.com/bodeep/index.htH
• Virtual Frog Dissection Kit. A site where no amphibians are
sacrificed for science with instructions in many languages.
http://www-itg.lbl.gov/ITG.hm.pg.docs/dissect/info.html
• Virtual Mr. Spud Head. Decorating vegetables at its
cyberbest. For the kid in all of us.
htt_p://www.westnet.com/—cMyalt/pothead/pothead.html or the
Java version
http://www.westnet.com/—crywalt/SpudHead/SpudHead.htn l
• Voices of Youth. Children across the world have their say on
current events on this site sponsored by UNICEF.
http://www.unicefor,g/voy/
• Volcano World. Learn about volcanoes around the world while
viewing awesome photos and movies. Part of a NASA project.
http://volcano.und.nodak.edu/
• Whelmers. A science site with activities that aim to catch the
mind and eye of even the most indifferent students.
http://mcrel.org/wheimers/
• The White House. Socks the Clinton family cat takes kids on a
tour. http://www.whitehouse.gov/WH/kids/html/home.html
• Yahooligans! The Web Guide for Kids. The well-known search
engine's kids source, with the Site of the Week and searching
tools. http://www._ ay hooligans.conV
For Parents
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• American Library Association Parents Page. Tips on using
the library, how to raise a reader, what parents should know
about school libraries and more.
http://www.ssdesi,izn.com/ALAkids/.
• Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the
American Library Association. Information about reading and
programs of special interest to children and parents,
http://www.ala.org/alsc/narents.links.html, including lists of the
Newbery (http://www.ala.ore/alsc/newbery.html) and
Caldecott (http://www.ala.org/alsc/caidecott.html) medals and
other award-winning and notable books, recordings, videotapes
and software for children, links to "Cool Sites for Kids."
(http://www.ala.ory/alsc/children.links.htnil).
• Berit's Best Sites for Children. Rated on a scale of 1-5. A
good place to start researching quality sites.
http://db.cochran.com/db HTNIL:theopaage.db
• The Center for Accessible Technology. Resources and
support for children and adults with disabilities, their families,
teachers, friends and helpers.
http://www.el,net/CAT/center.htn-d
• ICONnect. Parents can also take advantage of these online
classes and resource lists designed to teach librarians and
teachers about the Internet and the wealth of educational
resources it offers. Sponsored by the American Association of
School Librarians, a division of the American Library
Association. http://www.ala.oroCONN/index.html
• The Children's Partnership, The Parents' Guide to the
Information Superhighway. Rules & tools for families online.
Comprehensive look at the information superhighway and what
parents should know to help their children use it safely and
wisely.
http://www childrenspartnership or./parentizuide/parentg_uide html
• Lullabies and other Songs for Children. The words to Polly
Wolly Doodle and other songs collected by a mom in
Vancouver. http://www.stairwgy.orv,/kidsonizs/
• National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. A look
at child safety on the information highway: benefits, risks and
guidelines for parents and children.
http://www.missin.gkids.orp,/childsafety.htmi
Vandergrift's Children's Literature Page. A thought provoking
approach with links to many interesting sites from Professor
Kay Vandergrift of Rutgers.
http://www.scils.rutizers.edu/speciaUkgL/childlit.html
Recommendations apply only to the sites listed. not to any sites that may be linked
from these sites. This list was first prepared in June 1997. Web sites are constantly
changing, so the list is being reviewed and expanded on an ongoing basis. This
online version at will have the most current list of recommended sites.
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Z 7 01 Eas-ton give Burlingame, California 940110
August 16, 1997
Mr. jeff Berger Pasvir Pax Note 7571 an'�— pages j
Library Board of the City ofBuriin-spaae r, j^� �. 'From
925 Linden Avenue r
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Burllneame, California 9417 to I`n A,=- �b �� 6317
Fax si i Fax x
A i?dYe read )+ilii Iii ;r'Fv'St clic rWent)veal news stafies about the Burfingadne Y ibrw-y
Board's deliberations regarding the u1staiiauon of computers with access to the Internet in the
new.lihrary. pis.an I8-year resident of fsuzlingame, mother of three and local task force chair tar
the Enough is Enou-h Camvaiem I urge you to recommend applving an X-rated�maieriaLs -
b1 .ng de°vace to each Impute,-+rbich will he acc—essed by yt *h and children lander the age of
I a for the fcilowing r easiuY's:
-pit lS xilel TC7T c:!]iiclieil underage i o iia have dccSS to h-rated iilati'I1ais;
-Such a decision supports the difficult job Burlingame parents have to protect their
chudren from such materials;
•t1crea4ing numbers ofBurlingarne, students spend their after -5x%ool bourn studying at the
library uosuptr•-is,d by a par--t or gu-Athan,
-E-very etiaA t s1houid be made by the'Horan board to maate the computer information.
access policy consistent with that of its magazine,boors, and video sections.
Does the library carry Playboy or flusher magazine, for example? if so, these materials
should be made inaccessible to children under 18 as thev are considered illegal soft-
pornosrr$?�liv-- level for adults but ilk--gal for children.
.or a,dillt read-'s,this is'zioubtec ly a irEt ame-dment Issue, Fo.aur c1111dren and.youth,
thiis is no.E::3 u+Fci.'� s'1 ilealtll :1.'2d �'.1i�tS' BSS°.ie. Par=ts 4c . ,ct fall J prot^L-C`Meir chi'Ldren f'r'om'i..-e
pornographic materials proliferating the marketplace. it requires a concerted effort of lawman s,
law ertioreemexit agencies, business owners and, yes, civic servicers such as local public libraries
to set and expect standard of decency which prevents our children from accessing what is legal
- - material for adults but illegal niateriais for children under I8 years of ale!
Should the L ihrary Board decide-that x-rated materials blorkinu devices should be
instated on our public library computers ace:ssed by children,I any pleased to offer, on behalf of
the San Nfateu CourAy Cl}apter of the Enough is Enough campaign, to pay for the p=.rrch. we and
mstallation of such blocking devices. Perhaps these devices oouid be installed--even on a punted
basis--for the opening of the new library this fail-
I would be happy to discuss this offer with you at your converuierwe. .rust eafl me at 344-
5$16. (Please leave a mess2>ge if I am not at my desk.)
Su48n S. Rodger-,,
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August 21, 1997
TO: Board of Trustees
FROM: Alfred Escoffie kcity Librarian
RE: Donor Recognition
Several years ago the Board began discussion of ways in which to honor potential donors
to the library via the Foundation. It was agreed that capital donors would be honored on a
donor wall in the new library. This project is moving forward and we have now filled
approximately three quarters of the slots on the donor wall.
Two major donations were received over time which, at the Board's request, were
recognized via named rooms. These two donations were the Lane donation of$ 100,000
and the Duncan donation of over $ 500,000. The Board recommended and the City
Council approved the naming of rooms for these two Burlingame families. The
Community Room in the new library will be named the Ralph and Joan Lane Community
Room. The Children's Room will be named the Duncan Children's Library.
Recently we received a request from an individual to have a room named as a memorial
to her husband, a prominent Burlingame citizen. After discussion, it was determined that
the gift would be in the area of$ 10,000. She is not interested in a plaque on the donor
wall, but rather a picture of her husband and a description of his life and contributions to
the community.
While I recognize that this is a fine opportunity to honor community members, we have
not done this for any of our other donors. If we were to honor this request, I would feel
some obligation to honor at least the Duncan and the Lanes, along with other donors in
the $ 10,000 and up range.
I would appreciate discussion of this item at your upcoming meeting.
480 Primrose Road 9 Burlingame, CA 94010-4083 • (415) 342-1038 • Fax (415) 342-1948
UBURLINGAME
August 21, 1997
TO: Library Board of Trustees
FROM: Alfred Escoffier, Libraria
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RE: California Library Association Conference
The annual California Library Association Conference will take place in Pasadena
November 14-17.
There is a special section of the conference devoted to Library Trustee issues. In addition,
there is always an opportunity learn more about issues facing libraries such as: funding,
Internet, collection development, etc.
The Trustee's Special Fund contains funds which can be used for travel and conference
registration for Trustees. If you would like to attend, I have a preliminary program for
your review. The early bird registration deadline (least expensive) will occur before your
next meeting.
You may wish to take Board action at your August meeting to approve funds for those
Trustees who wish to attend.
480 Primrose Road • Burlingame, CA 94010-4083 • (415) 342-1038 9 Fax (415) 342-1948