Library Board Minutes

Members Present: Cindy Ahrens, Joelle Arlt, Bonnie Gutzwiller, Idell Knudsvig, Julie Olson, Julie Sedey, Karen Spiegeler, Mark Casey (City), Carla Asfeld (Librarian), Mic Golden (GRRL).

Review of the Agenda: There were no additions.

Secretarys Report: MSP (Julie O., Bonnie) to approve the minutes.

Financial Report: Mark reported that the air conditioning problem is fixed. Wiring was done and they are waiting for a bill from Lakedale. It could be about $600-$700. Our account will be closed and moved to the Citys account.

Librarians Report: (Complete report in the Secretarys book.) Carla told us the history of how she got to Annandale, her family and farm life. She said she is very appreciative for the volunteers at the library. 9 volunteers donated 215.25 hours from June to August. New Internet stations will be installed in 2010. New chairs, keyboard trays will be needed for these stations.

GRRL Report: Mic reported that the GRRL 2010 Budget would remain the same as the previous year. GRRL will continue to operate as efficiently as possible. Every library deserves really good service regardless of its size. Open hours depend on circulation. No library has less than 20 hours now. Restructure will begin with Annandale & Kimball sharing a head librarian to save money. The States Legacy money will be used on Minnesota arts, cultural and heritage activities.

Friends of the Library Report: Bonnie reported that the author event, featuring Lorna Landvik was sold out and was a great success. The summer book sale brought in $1340. A Paynesville bookstore packed up the books that were left and took them. Peter Rennebohm, a Minnesota author, will be at our next author event on May 21, 2010. His first book, French Creek, is set locally at the French Lake Auto Parts store. His other two novels are Blue Springs, and Buried Lies. His books will be sold at the Library at a reduced price. The next Friends meeting will Tuesday, Sept. 9.

Publicity Committee: no report given.

Unfinished Business:

Julie Olson will serve a 2^nd term on the Board. Jill Healy, mother of 3 boys and a volunteer at school was nominated to the Board. MSP (Julie O., Idell) to accept nominations. Julie O. and Karen handed out copies of the revised Bylaws. The proposed changes will be voted on at the May meeting.

The next meeting will be May 13, 2010 at 4 pm. MSP (Idell, Joelle) to adjourn.

Respectfully Submitted,
Julie Sedey, Secretary