HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - LB - 1970.01.20 MINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF THE
BURLINGAME PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD
JANUARY 20, 1970
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 7:40 P. M. by Chairman Cohendet.
ROLL CALL:
Trustees Present: Trustee Cohendet, Trustee Hechinger, Trustee Phelan, Trustee Lynes,
Trustee DeMartini
Trustees Absent: None
MINUTES:
The minutes of the meeting of December 16, 1969 were approved and adopted.
BILLS:
Bills in the amount of $5,014.00 were ordered paid on a motion by Trustee Lynes seconded
by Trustee Hechinger and carried.
Typewriter Demonstration - This item was introduced here because of time limitations.
Mr. Wes Smith of the Dura Corporation gave a demonstration to the Board of his company's
automatic typewriter, which is under consideration for possible use in our Cataloging
Department. Mr. Smith brought out that typing of catalog cards is actually statistical
typing, with an average rate of 20 words per minute. After the initial typing the
automatic typewriter can duplicate catalog cards at the rate of 175 words per minute.
He stated that his company would train our typists at their offices in San Francisco or
Mountain View, or by a representative who would visit the library. The warranty on the
equipment is standard - first 90 days is unconditionally guaranteed, all parts and labor
furnished; second 90 days all parts are furnished; after this period, maintenance is
taken care of by service contract. Chairman Cohendet asked if there could be a trial
period, and was informed that this was not possible. Mr. Smith indica�ed that delivery
could be made in 60-90 days.
Later in the meeting there was more discussion of the typewriter, with Trustee Hechinger
suggesting to the Board that the Flexowriter, put out by Friiden, be considered also. It
is less expensive than the Dura; and since it has been in general use for a long time,
presumably most of the mechanical difficulties have been overcome. The Dura typewriter
has been out for only one year. It was agreed that the Fri4den company be contacted and
consideration be made of their product. Trustee Hechinger asked that the librarian get
figures on how much time per day is given to typing catalog cards and how many are typed
per day.
LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
The Librarian's report was read and ordered filed. There was discussion of the revision
and upgrading of our map collection. The Librarian elaborated on his report on the new
boiler, stating that the bill for this expense amounted to $6,500. On a question by
Trustee Hechinger as to how the funds for this would be supplied, the Board agreed that
this would be the decision of the City Manager and the City Council. The Librarian
stated that he understood there were funds in the Capital Improvement fund, and that they
might be utilized, especially since the boiler had been in service for 39 years. Trustee
Hechinger moved that the matter be referred to City Manager Charles Schwalm for handling
and payment. Trustee Lynes seconded the motion and it was carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
The Librarian read a letter from Lawrence Productions, Inc. commending the Library on
its service to the community. He also read a letter from lthe City attorney regarding
the disclosure of assets of the Board. Copies of this letter and attached data were
distributed to all trustees, with the Librarian explaining that the Library Board, the
Civil Service Commission and the Planning Commission of the City of Burlingame are re-
quired to fill out these questionnaires; and that this is for the purpose of avoiding
conflict of interests.
The Librarian also read a letter from the State Library regarding the Federal Library
Services and Construction Act. The California State Library will not be able to accept
new applications under this funding for the next fiscal year.
OLD BUSINESS:
San Mateo Libraries Cooperative Project - The Librarian reported no progress on this project
since the last Board meeting.
Building - The Librarian told the Board that because of lack of Federal Funding, we have
lost approximately 25% of the cost of the building; and that possibly there would be no
formal meeting on this until April. Chairman Cohendet asked when the next study meeting
would be held, and the Librarian did not know, but said that the Board would be informed.
NEW BUSINESS:
Added charge for replacement of lost library cards - The Librarian asked the Board's
permission to raise this charge from 25G to 50¢ because of the added number of lost
cards and consequent expense to the Library. Trustee Hechinger moved that we increase
this fee to 50�, Chairman Lynes seconded, and the motion carried.
Councilman Edward George - The Board of Trustees agreed to present a book to the Burlingame
Library in memory of Councilman George and his many services to his community.
ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Hechinger moved that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Councilman George,
Trustee Lynes seconded, and the motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P. M.
Respectfully submitted,
George Paul Lechich
Clerk of the Board