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B U R L I N G A M E
P U B L I C
L I B R A R Y
Burlingame Public Library
Board of Trustees
Minutes
June 16th, 1998
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting of June 16th, 1998 was called to order by President Berger at
4:30pm.
2. ROLL CALL:
Trustees Present: Berger, Cannon, Dunbar, Herman & Morton
Trustees Absent: None
Staff Present: Alfred Escoffier, City Librarian
Judy Gladysz, Administrative Secretary
Also Present: Shirley Robertson,System Advisory Board Representative
3. BILLS:
M/S/C (Cannon/Herman) unanimously to approve the bills as presented.
_ 4. MINUTES:
The minutes of the meeting of May 19th, 1998 were approved as written and
ordered filed.
5. CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION:
President Berger asked if it would be possible for a sign to be displayed in the
library indicating the fiscal impact to the City should the vehicle license tax be
reduced or eliminated. Librarian Escoffier said he would consult with the City
Attorney. President Berger also suggested a newspaper article.
6. FROM THE FLOOR:
None
7. REPORTS:
a. City Librarians Report:
Mr. Escoffier gave the Board an update of the damage from the faulty fire
sprinkler. He reported that the fans and dehumidifiers would be removed later in
the week. He said there was about 150 damaged books. Trustee Herman suggested
the City look into "sprinkler insurance".
Trustee Cannon said the Board extends a big thank you to the staff who were
here on Sunday and did such a marvelous job above and beyond and suggested a
_ cake be purchased to reward them.
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President Berger said the landscaping on the terraces looks wonderful.
Trustee Cannon asked Mr. Escoffier what kind of furniture has been ordered for the
terrace. Librarian Escoffier said classic teak furniture had been ordered for the public
terrace: 1 table,4 chairs, 2 benches and an umbrella. He further explained that Sue
Reiterman is recruiting for volunteers to monitor the public terrace. Trustee
Cannon said that it was a good idea to monitor the terrace from the beginning so
the public knows what to expect.
Trustee Cannon said the new bench at the Branch looks nice.
b. Foundation Report - Herman:
Trustee Herman said the Foundation had a great meeting on June 11th. She
said Michael Donnellan, former Burlingame Library staff,was present to talk about
Foundation planning for the coming year.
c. Planning Report: Dunbar:
Trustee Dunbar gave an update on the Library Planning Process.
d. SAB Report - Robertson:
Shirley Robertson will serve as Board President this year. She noted there
will be an orientation in September for new SAB members and new staff on the
operations of the Peninsula Library System. Trustee Morton said she would like to
attend. Shirley said the Board is planning an Advocacy Workshop in October as a
joint effort with the Silicon Valley Library System Advisory Board.
On September 24th there will be a Friends program featuring Lailee Van
Dillon, author. A small reception will precede the event, sponsored in part by the
AAUW and the Persian Society. She hoped everyone could mark their calendars
and attend.
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
a. Internet: Children's Terminal:
Mr. Escoffier said Barry Mills is looking at the filtering products available.
Barry is aiming towards July to have it installed and ready. Classes will be held for
those who desire Internet instruction. Special classes will be held for parents and
children.
9. NEW BUSINESS:
a. New Board Member:
Librarian Escoffier said Council appointed Cecile Coar to the Library Board at
their meeting on June 10th.
b. Change in July Meeting Date:
M/S/C (Dunbar/Morton) unanimously to change the July Board meeting
from July 21st to July 28th.
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c. Friend's Donation - Thank You:
M/S/C (Cannon/Herman) unanimously to send a letter to the Friends of the
Library to thank them for their very generous, continued support. President Berger
said he would draft a letter.
10. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting of June 16th, 1998 was adjourned at 5:35 pm. The next Board
meeting will be held on July 28th, 1998, at 4:30 pm in the Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted,
Alfred H. Escoffier
City Librarian
Trustees Minutej
6/17/98
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