Board Meeting  November 8, 2005

 The meeting was opened at 7:00 by Bill Wilkinson at 7:00 p.m.  There was a quorum present.  Those attending were:  Susan Landreth, Marian Whitfield, Marvin Rensing,  Evert Lehman, Bill Wilkinson, Bob Johneessee, Pat Canaday, and Bob Landreth.  

 Bob Landreth made the motion of thanks to Bob Johnesssee for his work on the possible purchase of the Catholic Church.  Marian seconded.  Motion passed.

 The Secretary’s minutess  were approved.

 Bill yielded the chairmanship to Bob Landreth.

 Evert Lehman was sworn in as a member of the library board by Pat Canaday.

 The treasurer’s report was discussed, regarding tax money being received.   We need to have the insurance increased from $l60,000. to $200.000.  We need a pledge of security by banks for money invested over the $l00,000 insured by the FDIC.  Bob J. made the motion to accept the report.  Seconded by Marvin.  Report approved. 

 The Librarians report prompted discussion regarding Gatenet wanting to standardize fees and loan policies of all libraries.  See attached.  Susan recommended these policies be followed contingent on Gatenet recommended effective date.  Bill made motion, seconded by Bob J.  Approved.

 Susan asked cookies be donated by Board members for Lauri Flori presentation at the Municipal building. 

 Peter Gimble and Eldon Anderson donated a picture featuring the ”Andrea Doria”.  The secretary was asked to send a thank you note.  Susan was to provide her with the address.  This has not been done yet, as the address is still not available. 

 Susan recommends changing Sat. hours.  She may do so at her discretion  

 The agenda and minuets must be posted on website via e-mail to Susan.

 Bob J. presented his committee report.  The Spickerman brothers building may become available at a later date by not immediately. 

 Need to get the leaves raked up. 

 Bill made the motion we go into exectutive session, Marvin seconded motion., motion carried.   Out o executive session., motion by Bob J., seconded by Evert,  motion carried.

 Old business, none.

 New business:  Motion made by Bob J that the board meet the 2^nd Tuesday of every month except December., effective immediately.  Seconded by Pat, motion carried.   

Motion to adjourn made by Marian, seconded by Marvin, motion carried.  .