Library Board Meeting July 11, 2006

The meeting began at 7:10 p.m.  Those attending were Susan Landreth, Pat Canaday, Bill Wilkinson, Evert Lehman, Marvin Rensing, and Bob Johnessee.  Sally Bruckert, Bob Landreth, and Marian Whitfield called, stating they would not be able to attend.  (excused)  Ollie Schwallenstecker was absent for the third time without calling for an excused absence.   Everyone is asked to bring candidates names to be considered for his replacement.  There was a quorum present.

 Marvin made the motion to accept the secretary’s report, seconded by Bob, passed.  There was no treasurer’s report.

 No one attended the meeting in Benld.    There will be additional meetings, July 20^th in Belleville and Sept. 6^th at Lewis and Clark.

 Susan gave a report on the availability of grants.  We will investigate the feasibility of new carpet, new windows, air conditioning or a new circulation desk.   All possibilities must be compatible with the building program. 

 Bob made the motion to commit $200,000.00 of CD’s to the building program, Evert seconded, motion passed.

 The need for a public relations person was discussed.  Every one is to bring   two names of people willing to serve on the committee.   The possibility of hiring some one to serve as chairman was discussed. 

 Bob made the motion to have vinyl flooring installed the bathroom.  Marvin seconded, the motion passed. 

 Susan reported the AC unit had been repaired. 

 There were no committee reports.   There was no old business.

 Pat made the motion to adjourn, Evert seconded, passed.  The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.