HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-01-04EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE LIBRARY BOARD
THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 2024
ITEM NO. 1 CALLED TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless Library Board was called to order by Chairperson Jorge Chac at 7:00 p.m. on
Thursday, January 4, 2024, in the Conference Room of the library at 201 N. Ector Drive. Those present
included: Chairperson Chac, Board Members Barney Snitz, Rochelle Ragas, Chris McAllister, John Lentini,
Philip Tedone, and Jim Hamilton. Vice Chairperson Katherine Flannery was not present.
Chairperson Chac introduced two new board members and asked each new and existing member to introduce
themselves.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Sherry Knight, Library Director
Angela Jones, Assistant Library Director
Laney James, Administrative Secretary
Wesley Souder, Library Aide
VISITORS
LuAnn Portugal
Zariyan Stark
ITEM NO.2 APPROVED LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
Chairperson Chac asked for a motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting held on November 2,
2023. All were in favor and the motion carried.
ITEM NO.3 WELCOMED VISITORS
Chairperson Chac welcomed all visitors.
ITEM NO. 4 ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Mr. Snitz made a motion to renominate Jorge Chac as Chairperson. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion. All
were in favor and the motion carried.
Mr. Snitz made a motion to nominate Jim Hamilton as Vice Chairperson. Mr. Hamilton politely declined and
made a motion to renominate Katherine Flannery as Vice Chairperson. Chairperson Chac seconded the motion.
All were in favor and the motion carried.
Mr. Hamilton made a motion to renominate Rochelle Ragas as Library Board Liaison to the Euless Library
Foundation (ELF). Mr. Lentini seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 5 LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT
❖ Staff Update
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, January 4, Page 1 of 2
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, January 4, Page 2 of 2
Ms. Knight gave an update on the latest staff changes including the hiring of Wesley Souder as a new part-
time Library Aide in the Programs Department. Mr. Souder introduced himself and provided a brief overview
of his personal history.
The board welcomed Mr. Souder.
Ms. Knight informed the board that the library recently filled its last position and is now fully staffed.
❖ Library Update
Ms. Knight asked the board to observe the new Family Place Play Space in the Children's area and informed
the board of the recent floor renovation in the library's large meeting room.
Ms. Knight notified the board that the library recently won the "Best Theme" award at the city's Parade of
Lights event.
Ms. Knight reviewed the latest statistical summaries and Stories of Impact, including one online review of the
library and a photo of Librarian Assistant Amanda Torres holding an infant that was named after her.
❖ Classes and Events Update
Ms. Jones gave an overview of upcoming classes and events including a Medicare Presentation by WellCare,
Stuffre Storytime and Sleepover Event, AARP Tax Help, Computer Classes, and Citizenship Classes. Ms.
Jones encouraged the board to attend upcoming programs.
Mr. Lentini inquired about the AARP Tax Help and Ms. Jones provided further information about the program.
Ms. Knight added that AARP would help people of all ages and is not limited to senior citizens or AARP
members.
Ms. Knight informed the board of the Town Hall scheduled to occur at 7 p.m. on January 18, as well as the
Board and Commission Dinner scheduled for February 26.
Mr. Chac expressed his gratitude for the Medicare Presentation Program.
ITEM NO. 6 REPORTS
❖ Library Board Chairperson
Chairperson Chac expressed his gratitude to the new board members for their participation and spoke of his
enjoyment serving on the board himself.
❖ Library Board Vice Chairperson
Vice Chairperson Flannery was not present.
Library Board Members
No reports were made at this time.
ITEM NO. 7 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Portugal gave a brief overview of her experience with the library and with the city of Euless. Ms. Portugal
also provided an update from the Planning and Zoning Board.
Mr. Stark expressed his gratitude for the library.
ITEM NO. 8 ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Chac asked for a motion to adjourn. The motion was made by Mr. Snitz and seconded by Ms.
Ragas. The meeting was adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
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