HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-06-01EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
LIBRARY BOARD
THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2023
ITEM NO. 1 CALLED TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless Library Board was called to order by Chairperson Jorge Chac at 7:02 p.m.
on Thursday, June 1, 2023, in the Conference Room of the library, at 201 North Ector Drive. Those present
included: Chairperson Chac, Vice Chairperson Katherine Flannery, Board Members Barney Snitz, Jim
Hamilton, and Rochelle Ragas. Board Members Mavy Wright, and Chris McAllister were not present.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Sherry Knight, Library Director
Angela Jones, Assistant Library Director
Laney James, Administrative Secretary
Paige Edwards, Library Aide
VISITORS
LuAnn Portugal
ITEM NO.2 APPROVED LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
Approved Library Board minutes of the regular meeting of April 6, 2023, and informational meeting of
May 4, 2023.
ITEM NO.3 WELCOMED VISITORS
ITEM NO. 4 PRESENTED LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT
❖ Staff Update
Ms. Knight gave an update on the latest staff changes including the hiring of Paige Edwards as a new
Library Aide. Ms. Edwards introduced herself and gave an overview of her professional background. The
board welcomed Ms. Edwards.
Ms. Knight spoke about the open positions at the library and encouraged the board to refer anyone who
they know may be seeking a job.
❖ Library Update
Ms. Knight reviewed the latest statistical summaries and Stories of Impact.
❖ Classes and Events Update
Ms. Jones gave an overview of upcoming classes and events, including the HEB Reads! Summer Reading
Challenge, Resume Workshop, Read to Me, and Silent Book Club.
Ms. Jones then spoke about the upcoming Summer Family Fun Weekends and Take and Make Tuesdays,
during which the Think Tank will be taken to four different local schools to provide STEM activities and
crafts to students to encourage learning through the summer.
Ms. Jones encouraged the board to attend any of the upcoming programs.
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, June 1, Page 1 of 2
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, June 1, Page 2 of 2
Chairperson Chac inquired about the possibility of providing a booth or kiosk at the Think Tank where
students could share what reading means to them or how reading has impacted them.
Vice Chairperson Flannery asked about the Euless city limits relating to library use and the possibility of
getting a Euless Library card at the Fort Worth Library. Ms. Knight explained there is confusion due to one
overlapping zip code between the City of Fort Worth and the City of Euless and gave an overview of the
TexShare program, wherein a patron can use the services of other libraries that participate.
ITEM NO. 5 REPORTS
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Chairperson Chac proposed a financial literacy class for children and teens.
Ms. Knight mentioned a connection made with a Navy Federal Credit Union representative named Gigi at
the HEB Reads! kick-off event. Ms. Jones noted that Amber Alvarez, the Teen Librarian, has spoken with
Gigi and the topic of a financial literacy class is being explored.
Chairperson Chac made a motion to remove the July meeting from the calendar. The motion was seconded
by Mr. Hamilton. All were in favor and the motion carried.
❖ Library Board Vice Chairperson
Vice Chairperson Flannery recounted the HEB Reads! kick-off event as well as the recent ELF book sale.
Ms. Flannery then spoke about attending the most recent Artist Within program at the library and expressed
her enjoyment of the event.
+ Library Board Members
Mr. Snitz inquired about the possible use of name tags for library employees.
Mr. Hamilton announced the Euless Summer concert series starts June 2. Mr. Hamilton explained the
concerts will take place every Friday at the Texas Star Golf Course and Conference Center. Ms. Jones asked
who would be performing and Ms. Knight said it would be Kreed — A Tribute to Creed.
ITEM NO.6 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Portugal expressed her appreciation for the board's time and questioned why the minutes from the
Library Board meetings are not posted online with the other boards and commissions of the city.
Ms. Portugal asked if there are metrics to know what patrons do after coming in for a program. Ms. Knight
explained that the patrons' movements are not tracked inside the library. Ms. Jones expressed her desire to
refrain from requiring registration for most programs. Ms. Portugal commended the library on their
outreach efforts and the sense of community being fostered.
Ms. Portugal brought up the topic of censorship in the library. Mr. Hamilton asked about the library's
control over their materials and Ms. Knight explained that the library has a collection development policy
and a process for resolving concerns.
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Chairperson Chac adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m.
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