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BURLINGAME PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD
FEBRUARY 16, 1971
TRUSTEES PRESENT:
TRUSTEES ABSENT:
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF JANUARY 25, 1971 :
BILLS:
LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:
CORRESPONDENCE:
OLD BUSINESS:
Report on the City Council Study Session
NEW BUSINESS:
ADJOURNMENT:
MINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF THE
BURLINGAME PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD
January 25, 1971
CALL TO ORDER:
A regular meeting of the Burlingame Public Library Board was held on the above given
date. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P. M. by Chairman Cohendet.
ROLL CALL:
Trustees Present: Trustee Cohendet, Trustee Phelan, Trustee Hechinger, Trustee Lynes,
Trustee De Martini
Also Present: Col. E. L. Norberg, Architect
Trustees Absent: None
MINUTES:
The minutes of the meeting of December 1970 were approved and adopted.
BILLS:
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Bills in the amount of $4,663.14 were ordered paid on a motion by Trustee Hechinger
seconded by Trustee Phelan and carried.
BUILDING ADDITION:
The order of the meeting was interrupted to allow Col. E. L. Norberg, architect to pre
several special requests for the approval of the Board. These were:
1. Removal of old sewer line near Children's Room addition and installation of
new sewer line. Additional cost $259.45.
2. Correction of wiring formerly installed in old building which according to
present inspectors does not meet code. Additional cost $404.25.
3. Move fan in present office to new location in second floor future workroom.
Additional cost $145.00.
4. Chiller on roof had only one motor. New model provides for two motors; extra
conduit and wire must be run to it. Extra cost $235.00.
5. Install tile floor instead of carpet in rear portion of basement and carpet i
other portions of basement. Extra cost to be $3,954.00 instead of previous
extra cost of $6,195.00.
6. Install mural representing "Tree of Knowledge". on mezzanine beam at a cost no
to exceed $2,500.00.
There followed considerable discussion, particularly on Item 5. Col. Norberg
explained that his basis for this change covered several factors: protection from poss
flooding, since this particular area of the basement has steam pipes, chiller pipes,
hot and cold water pipes; durability - the will stand up better than carpeting; and
ease of cleaning. Emphasis was on the safety factor in flooding, since this area has
pipes that other basement areas do not have.
Reaction of the Board was divided, with Trustees De Martini and Hechinger expressing th
opinion that safety from flooding was an important factor and the difference in utilit
was so slight that the savings effected could well be used in a possible future
emergency. The Librarian stated that there had been very few leaks and no serious
problem with flooding during his years in the library, and that the more comfortable
atmosphere created by rugs would lead to greater patron use of the area. Trustee
Phelan felt that it might be less tiring for employees to work on carpeting than on til
and Trustee Lynes expressed the opinion that the carpeting might cut down the noise.
C ffpr4p Chairman Cohendet suggested that we try the tile first, and if unsuccessful, the
61000,vo) carpetingg could be laid later.
There was discussion of the mural to be incised on the mezzanine beam, with Col. Norber
presenting a sketch of the proposed art work. The Board agreed that this would be a
beautiful and enduring addition to the atmosphere of the library, and should be done
at the proper time in the construction progress.
Trustee Hechinger moved and Trustee De Martini seconded that the Board approve Items 1,2
4 and 6. Motion carried. Trustee Lynes moved that Item 5 be tabled until the next
Board meeting. Motion carried.
LIBRARIAN'S REPORT:
The Librarian's report was read and ordered filed. The death of Dennis Finney, former
Reference Librarian, was noted; and the Board made a contribution toward the floral
offering sent to his services. The Librarian informed the Board that his replacement
had not yet been found.
CORRESPONDENCE:
There was no correspondence.
OLD BUSINESS:
Individual Membership in C.L.A.: The merits and negative aspects of individual members
in this organization were discussed. Trustee Hechinger moved that membership be left L
to the discretion of the individual involved. Trustee De Martini seconded the motion ar
it carried.
PUBLIC LIABILITY:
Trustee Phelan raised the question of the City's liability with regard to the person
transporting books from the Branch to the Main library. The Librarian informed the Boe
that this had been brought to the attention of both the City Clerk and the City Manager
and he had been informed that if this was questionable he would be notified. Since no
notification had been received, he believed that the Board could be assured that the
City Policy would cover the situation. Trustee Lynes suggested and the other trustees
agreed that this understanding be put in writing.
NEW BUSINESS:
Audio-visual ec�uj2ment: The Librarian spoke on audio-visual aids and devices, some of
which are included in the equipment contract. Of particular interest was a cassette
recording device. This will make it possible to apy our own cassettes. The patron wi
be able to look over a list of our cassette holdings, inform the desk attendant which
title he wants, this cassette can be taken from our collection, copied on the recorder
and the copy loaned to the patron. Several years ago the Library was given a gift of
several hundred dollars to be used for equipment. This could be utilized for the cass+
recorder and cassettes. Cassettes can be purchased fully cataloged, which would save
expense. Other equipment which the Librarian thought would be desirable was a 16 mm m�
projector, another slide projector, a microfilm reader-printer, and film loops. Trust(
Lynesspoke of the practical application of film loops in the school system. The
Librarian also spoke of the possibility of loaning TV cassettes which will be on the
market soon.
Friends of the Library:
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Friends of the Library- The Board approved a request from the Friends of the Library
that one of their members be allowed to attend the Board meetings.*Q(YKc�Cled,�
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion by Trustee Hechinger seconded by Trustee Lynes and carried, the meeting
adjourned at 9:00 P. M. in memory of J. Dennis Finney.
Respectfully submitted,
Geor "Paul Le hich
Clerk of the Board
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COLLEGE
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MATED COLLEGE LIBRARY
Dec. 16, 1970
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Mr. George Paul Le ch i ch
City Librarian
Burlingame Public Library
480 Primrose Road
Burlingame, California
Dear Mr. Le ch i ch,
May I take this opportunity to thank you for permitting the
College of San Mateo Library to make use of the facilities of the
Burlingame Public Library to offer the course, Education 4, Chil-
dren's Literature--Storytelling.
There were so many courtesies extended and extra help offered
by members of your staff that it is difficult to mention everyone,
but I would like you to know that we appreciated them all. Mrs.
Bergsing was, of course, tremendously helpful with details of ar-
rangements for the room and even for procuring film for use by the
group. Miss Riordan, Children's Librarian, adjusted her schedule
so as to help on those Monday evenings from 7-10 p.m. And she and
others provided book displays and takls relating to the materials.
Young employees were assigned to help in setting up the room
each time and in closing the Library at the late hour, for the class
terminated one hour after regular closing hours.
For all of this and more, Mrs. Powell, the instructor, and I
are most appreciative and we want you to know how much your organ-
ization has contributed to the success of the class.
I thank you and the trustees for the permission to use the
Burlingame Public Library for our class. May I wish you and your
staff a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Very truly yours,
John B. Dooley
-Asst. Dean of Instruction
JB D/1m for Library Services
1700 W. HILLSDALE BOULEVARD, SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA 94402, TELEPHONE (415) 341-6161
LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
FE BRUAR'`(wl ,1971
BUILDING:
The second floor has been poured on the Reference room extension.
However, as the columns for the stacks have not arrived, the area
bet,vicen the old stacks and the new addition has not progressed.
This is also true of the Children' s side.
Mr. Coney, Interior Consultant, is working on the floor layout
for furniture and refurbishing of the present building.
Mr. Marr of the Department of Public Works states that the
Steinbeck house will be demolished the second week in March. He
said that -.va could store some items of furniture at the
Corporation Yard for a few months until we use it or dispose
of it.
TRAFFIC:
The Millbrae Library was closed for carpeting from December 30, 1970
to January 18, 1971 . This resulted in pronounced increases in
traffic (30% more than in a like period in 1970). As most of this
increase was during the first of the month, the library was greatly
crowded especially in the evenings and w,�:kends.
CHILDREN'S ROOM:
The month of January was spent visiting schools, having classes
come to the library and having our pre-school and school-age story
hours.
On January 7th, a talk was given to a group of mothers concerning
children's books pre-school through sixth grade.
Ideas are now being discussed concerning our Summer Reading Club.
CITY OF BURLINGAME
BUDGET EXPENDITURE
MONTH OF' FEBRUA,Ryj 1y]1
THiS TO BUDGET
MONTH DATE ALLOWANCE BALAJCE
-1 Salaries 14,390.46 122,735.69 188,912 66, 176,31 `
M- 11 Supplies 167.1,6 1,484.LF8 2,200 715.52
M-12 Printing & Postage 15.La6 2,051 .37 2,2;0 198.63
ter 371 .02 2,369.00 4,360 1,991 .00
M- 13 light, Heat, Poser & Wa
M-14 Telephone 60.41 679.1;9 1 ,931 331 .51
M-16 Bldg. & Grounds Maintenance 38.68 481 .27 2, 500 2,018.73
M-17 Books & M.;ps 21025.00 26,889.95 37,4510 lo, 56o.05
M-17A Periodicals 45.67 3, 251 .67 3,650 398.33
M-17B Binding 144.73 1,974.:9 3,000 119025.41
M-17C Cataloging 117.37 1, 579.r8 2, 250 670. 12
F-19 Convention (Librarian) 113.59 255.93 275 19,07
M-19A Auto Allowancc _58.70 HMO 300 180.70
X-19P Convention (Personnel) --- 220.07 250 29.93
M-19T Convention (Trustees) --- 1311, 19 125 - 9,19
M-20 Dues to Library Associations 132.75 224.75 275 50.25
M-21 Miscellaneous 33.00 33 .00 100 '67.00
M-24 Typewriter Repairs 27.50 148.93 250 101 .07
M-27 Comp. Insurance - --- 2,000 2,000.00
M-28 Contracts 403.00 3, 164.00 4,560 1096.00
C-90 Capital Expenditures --- 660.72 1 ,650 989,28
TOTAL BEFORE SALARIES 3,754.34 45,742.59 68,476 22s733.41
TOTAL AFTER SALARIES 182144.80 168,478028 257088 88,909072
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STATISTICS FOR JANUARY , 1971
CIRCULATION MAIN BRANCH .
`- Books, Adult Non-Fiction 10,902 1,553
Child Non-Fiction 1,856 891
Adult Fiction 7,277 2, 131
Child Fiction 2,528 1,165
22.563 5,470
Periodicals 1,3,50 647
233923 b,37
Phonograph records 801 ---
2-,724 �,3
Art Prints 22 ----
Slides _ 138 --'
Total Circulation 24,884 61387
Branch If
6,387
BRANCH & MAIN, GRAND TOTAL CIRCULATION 31,271
Daily Average for Main 905 (1970: 29,681 )
Daily Average for Branch 255 % of increas•-� - 5Y-
TOTAL
/TOTAL DAILY AVERAGE _ 1, 160
TRAFFIC COUNT -+January
Daily Averag!-�, Main 1,065 Total Traffic, Main 29,278
Daily Average, Branch 316 Total Traffic, Branch 7 908
37,186
RtGISTRATfF-4S : + ADULT CHILD - TOTAL
Membership -• 12/31/70 13,765 3,516 17;2�1
Additions, January, 1971 385 44 429
Withdrawals, It 334 51 385
TOTAL REGISTRATIONS AS OF 1/31/_71 137?di5 3,509 17_,325 _
ACCESSIO;IS AND WITHDRA4_1AL_S OF+BOOK STOCK:
As of CAN- GRAND
12/31/71 ADDED CELI__EO TOTAL
Adult non-fiction 104,4f6 457 39 IO4,834
Child non--fiction 16,927 78 0 17,005
H.S. non-fiction 2,430 19 0 2,455
Adult fiction 37,706 131 - 14 37,823
H.S. fiction 2,823 20 5 2,843
Child fiction 14,561 59 0 14P620
TOTAL BOO;{ STOCK AS OF 1/31/71 178,1 74 767 58 179,580
NET INCREASE IN BOOK, STOCK 706
Included in above fi ures 95 qifts and 512 new titles
Pamphlets added- '- -- .Maps Added --- O+ -
Pamphlets discarded 9 Maps Discarded 0
Total Pamphlets 6,582 Total Haps ______744__
RECORDINGS: AS OF y� Acces- Di S-• __G r a nd
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12/31/)1 sioned Carded Total
781s . 1,074 0 0 1,074
45's 228 0 0 228
33's 2, 542 _ 0 82,534
3,644
DLPOSITED WITH CITY TREASURER: J Main 1,39"2.73-
Branch _209.93
TOTAL 1,6O2o5b