HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - LB - 1967.03.22 MINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF THE
BURLINGAME PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD
March 22, 1967
Trustees Present: Mr. Hechinger, Mr. Lynes, Mr. Guthrie
Trustees Absent: Motion was made by Mr. Lynas, seconded by Mr. Guthrie that Mr. DeMartini
be excused on account of illness, and Mrs. Cohendet be excused on account of being in
Europe on business.
MINUTES:
The Minutes of the meeting of February 15, 1967 were read and approved.
BILLS:
On a motion by Mr. Lynes, seconded by Mr. Guthrie, bills in the amount of $3,033.78
were ordered paid.
LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
The Librarian's report was read and accepted.
OLD BUSINESS
Library System of Local Municipalities
The Librarian reported that he attended the most recent meeting, at which time those present
had decided to create such a system if their city governments so agreed. The Librarian
stated that he had gone along with this, and that there would be no harm in finding out
what the final setup would be. He added that he and other librarians felt that, due to the
present financial hassle at the State level, there probably would be no funds for forming
a cooperative with State Aid. It was felt that it might be possible to form a cooperative,
or at least to formalize those cooperative features in which we are at present engaged; and
those, of course, would be subject to our own rules and regulations and not to those handed
down by the State. With the present cooperative proposed budget, if we joined we should
receive about $10,000 which, in all probability, would take care of our losses as far as
non-residents are concerned. If ways and means are found for reimbursement for non-resident
use to a greater extent than at present, it is quite possible that we would be reimbursed
for those non-residents who are now receiving library service as employees in the Burlingame
area. It might be quite advantageous.
Building Program
There was considerable discussion of the building program, and the Librarian stated that he had
not included the addition in the new budget, as the funds would be derived from the City
Capital Improvement Budget which is supported by the sales tax. After looking at the sketch
plans, the Librarian stated that he had talked to Mr. Martin about present plans and future
plans. Trustee Lynes stated that he thought it would be an excellent idea to get Mr. Martin
and Mr. Dietrich to look over the plans, as both of these men have considerable experience
in building. Trustee Hechinger stated that he felt that we should go on with our proposed
presentation before the City Council in formally presenting our needs. Trustee Guthrie
and Trustee Lynes both felt this to be very important. The Librarian said that Mr. Martin
had agreed to look over the plans some time this week. Trustee Hechinger stated that Mayor
George had indicated that there would be a certain sum in all probability for part of the
building program. It was decided that the Librarian should draw up a formal list of the
needs and what could be done to alleviate the situation as it is at present, and that it
might be helpful to have outside help.
Microfilming of Advance Star
The Librarian stated that after discussion with City Manager Schwalm, as stated at the last
Board Meeting, the sum of $750.00 would be included in the budget toward filming of the
Advance Star. This would be a continuing item for three to four years. He reminded the
- Board that the Advance Star would pay one-half of the cost.
NEW BUSINESS
Budget
The Librarian submitted the tentative budget and noted that with fines and fees, shelving
damages, and unexpended balance, the tax rate should be the same as the previous year. He
stated that the unexpended balance would be higher than the amount shown under the estimated
total expenses on Page 3. Due to illness on the staff and other changes in the operations
budget, there should be about $2,000 more than indicated. The Librarian also pointed out
that, despite the increase in the book budget, we would not be keeping up with the increased
cost of books. He also stated that several capital expenditures were listed as miscellaneous
as their purchase would depend upon the cost of the microfilm reader. Several inexpensive l
types are under development but the price is not yet established. The tentative budget
was accepted on a motion by Trustee Lynes seconded by Trustee Hechinger.
Lions' Gift of Large Type Books
The Librarian stated that we had received a substantial gift from the Burlingame Lions
Club, the purchase of large type books for the visually handicapped. He stated that he
hoped to create a special area devoted to this type of material, including bibliographies
of other books in large type which are presently scattered throughout the library; and
possibly the Lions may contribute a reader that magnifies regular materials for the visually
handicapped. The Trustees stated that the Lions should be thanked for their generosity.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned upon a motion by Trustee Hechinger seconded by Trustee Lynes.
Respectfully submitted,
George Paul Lechich
Clerk of the Board