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CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
, LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
February 17, 2005
CALLED TO ORDER:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Polly Brinkley, Norma Lewis, Mary Shilcutt, Kay Schmidt, Avis
Crisp, Absent: Kathy Antropik, Tammie Rust, Brandy Lauderdale
Steve Brown, Library Director
Brenda Lewis, Administrative Secretary
7 p.m.
Minutes of January 20, 2005 were approved.
BOARD PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT - Steve Brown
The Request for Qualifications from architects closes on March 4 with the selection committee
meeting the following week to start the selection process. Response has been good with
several representatives doing site visits over the last several weeks.
The downward trend in circulation statistics is expected to continue. With current budget restrictions,
staff is unable to meet current materials demand.
With the replacement of the library's 6-year-old computer server this week, we can now upgrade the
library's automation software. This will mean a much faster response time and more services
for library customers.
Local libraries will be exploring the "One Book, One Community" reading program to be scheduled for
fall. Librarians will be discussing title possibilities with perhaps the author participating in
community programs.
DISCUSSION OF LIMITATIONS ON ACTIONS AND STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS OF CITY
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - Steve Brown
Mr. Brown reviewed a city prepared PowerPoint presentation clarifying actions of board/commission
members in relation to state law, municipal code, and the city charter. Discussion followed.
DISCUSSION OF SITE FOR NEW LIBRARY - Steve Brown
Mr. Brown presented the most recent drawings of the Home Town NRH development. The site
included placement of the new library, completed and planned streets and parking areas, possible
retail shopping areas, the new elementary school scheduled to open in August, and UICI with
planned expansions.
DISCUSSION REGARDING BUDGET PLANNING FY2006 - Steve Brown
The budget season has begun with the submission of telecommunications, computers and building
services requests. With the recent carpet replacement and refurbishing of several public washrooms,
the library will not submit any building services requests for this year. Another lean budget year is
expected for the city.
The next meeting was scheduled for March 17,2005. This meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Brenda Lewis
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