Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03 19 26 LABMinutes 03 19 2026 LAB Library Advisory Board Minutes March 19, 2026 Assembly: The Library Advisory Board met in the Regular Session on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 1:30 pm at the Main Library. Board Members Assael, Shaun ABSENT Carbone, Liz ABSENT Clinton, Ann ABSENT Colin, Emily PRESENT Dodd, Scott PRESENT Haragan, Ellen PRESENT Kozik, Lynn EXCUSED Lawler, Patricia PRESENT Niggl, Paul PRESENT Salter, Tiffany PRESENT Sheridan, Earl EXCUSED Staff Members & Board Reps. Rider, Jimi PRESENT Petcovic, Monica (Friends Rep) PRESENT Mays, Yvette PRESENT Call to Order Chair Patricia Lawler called the meeting to order at 1:33 p.m. Chair Lawler shared a thank-you note received from Dana Conners. Database Spotlight Branch Manager Jimi Rider presented information on the library’s CQ Researcher database, provided through NC LIVE. CQ Researcher is recognized for its in-depth, unbiased coverage of topics including health, social trends, criminal justice, international affairs, education, the environment, technology, and the economy. Articles are written by reporters and organized into sections such as Introduction, Overview, Background, Current Situation, Short Features, Outlook, Pro/Con, Discussion Questions, Chronology, Bibliography, The Next Step, Contacts, Footnotes, and About the Author. Agenda Review The agenda was approved as presented. Minutes 03 19 2026 LAB Approval of Previous Minutes The minutes of the February 19, 2026 meeting were distributed to members in advance for review. Motion: Paul Niggl moved to approve the February 19, 2026, minutes as written. The motion was seconded by Emily Colin. Vote: The motion carried unanimously. Friends of the Library Friends of the Library (FOL) Representative Monica Petcovic reported that the FOL Board is developing a plan of action for fundraising initiatives in celebration of its 50th anniversary. The Board will also cover expenses for the Director’s Welcome Breakfast on April 2. Library Foundation Yvette Mays reported that the Mahjong fundraiser scheduled for April 2nd has been postponed until Thursday Sept 24th. Many of our guests had scheduling conflicts due to Easter weekend. Please save the date if you are interested in showing your support. Library Report Yvette Mays provided the following updates: • Melanie Morgan starts on March 31st. The Friends are hosting a welcome breakfast on April 2nd from 8am – 10am. Please let me know if you can come. Entry will be through the front door, and staff will admit guests that morning. • Main Library: Acrylic sign holders have been ordered to support wayfinding signage on the second floor. Jimi Rider distributed samples of the signage. New Business Budget Update from Leigh Thomas For the next fiscal year, we requested an increase of 20% in several lines for future Northchase operations. This includes categories like supplies for operations, programs, and materials. We requested an increase of 20% in CPT hours as well, to be used for Northchase. Minutes 03 19 2026 LAB We did not request any enhancements or new positions. All Northchase staffing will come from current staff positions. There should be some reclassifications as well, in particular the senior librarian position at Northeast being reclassified to a branch manager position. Old Business LAB Bylaws The bylaws are in the review process with the clerk to the board and legal. A revised draft will be provided to the LAB once it is completed Final Comments Library Trustee Meeting Patricia Lawler, Paul Niggl, Lynn Kozik, and Monica Petcovic attended the Library Trustee meeting. They found the meeting informative and valuable for understanding the experiences of other library boards. Paul will share the resources received with the board. Local History Paul Niggl expressed appreciation to Jennifer Finlay and the Local History Department for their assistance in identifying information on 25 black veterans from the area. These individuals will be honored with banners displayed downtown. The research uncovered many significant stories. Jimi Rider noted an upcoming program on tattoos, which is expected to be of interest. Adjournment Motion: Tiffany Salter moved to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Paul Niggl. The meeting adjourned at 2:17 p.m. The next meeting will be held on April 16th at the Pine Valley Library – 3802 S. College Rd. These minutes are intended as a summary of actions and discussions and are not a verbatim transcript of the Library Advisory Board meeting.