HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-10-03EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE LIBRARY BOARD
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2024
ITEM NO. 1 CALLED TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless Library Board was called to order by Chairperson Jorge Chac at 7:01 p.m.
on Thursday, October 3, 2024, in the Conference Room of the library at 201 N. Ector Drive. Those present
included: Chairperson Jorge Chac, Vice Chairperson Jim Hamilton, Board Members John Lentini, Chris
McAllister, Philip Tedone and Barney Snitz. Board Member Rochelle Ragas was not present.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Angela Jones,. Assistant Library Director
Mollie Myers, Library Services Supervisor
Stella Luzes, Library Aide
Lee Ennis, Library Aide
VISITORS
LuAnn Portugal
Katherine Flannery
ITEM NO. 2 APPROVAL OF LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
Chairperson Chac asked for a motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting held on September
5, 2024. The motion was made by Mr. Lentini and seconded by Mr. Hamilton. All were in favor and
the motion carried.
ITEM NO.3 WELCOMED VISITORS
Chairperson Chac welcomed all visitors.
ITEM NO. 4 LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT
•3 Staff Update/ Highlight
Ms. Jones introduced Stella Luzes and Lee Ennis, two new Library Aides in the Library Services and
Programs Departments. Ms. Jones, Lee Ennis's supervisor, spoke about their professional background. Mrs.
Luzes's supervisor, Mollie Myers, spoke about her initial positive impact on our teen patrons and her ability
to adapt to change and learn about other cultures.
The board welcomed the new employees and thanked them for their time.
43 Library Update
Ms. Jones reviewed the latest statistical summaries and provided a brief overview of the Cloud Library
NewsStand digital resource. Ms. Jones also shared two recent stories of impact as well as a positive online
review of the library.
Ms. Jones provided the board with an overview of the training given to library staff on managing behavior.
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, October 3, Page 1 of 2
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, October 3, Page 2 of 2
Mr. Tedone asked when entry level staff was able to "tap out" and Ms. Myers explained the process
involved.
Mr. Chac complimented the program and spoke of its effectiveness.
Ms. Portugal added that this was a fantastic system for anyone that works with the public and how it
empowers staff to stand up for themselves.
❖ Classes and Events Update
Ms. Jones gave an overview of upcoming classes and events including the Euless Garden Club's Plant
Swap, the Read to Me Program, Silent Book Club, Yarn Bomb at the Library, ELF Book Sale, Family Place
Parent Child Workshops, and a Haunted Lock -In event.
Mr. Tedone asked if the plants need to be alive for the plant swap.
Mr. Hamilton inquired about the status of the SimplyE platform and Ms. Jones informed the board that they
are switching over to a different resource called Boundless.
ITEM NO. 5 REPORTS
d• Library Board Chairperson
Chairperson Chac inquired about the process for planning outreach events. Ms. Jones presented the library's
outreach form to explain how her department finds partnerships for outreach and library tours.
Mr. Chac asked if the Library has needed to ban any books, so Ms. Jones spoke about the process in place
for any reconsideration requests.
❖ Library Board Vice Chairperson
Vice Chairperson Hamilton asked about the Senior Center Book Group that meets once a month on the 2nd
Tuesday which he had noticed in the Library Calendar. Ms. Jones mentioned that Amber Alvarez, one of
her department's Librarians, is the liaison for that group.
Mr. Hamilton reminded the board of the Public Safety Open House event on Saturday, October 5', as well
as the Community Garage Sale on October 12th.
•3 Library Board Members
No reports were made at this time.
ITEM NO. 6 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Portugal spoke about representing the Euless Citizens Fire Academy at the upcoming Public Safety
Open House. Ms. Portugal also provided an update from the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding
the H-E-B Grocery Site Plan and the Department of Transportation's plans for local road construction and
highway expansion.
ITEM NO. 7 ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Chac asked for a motion to adjourn. The motion was made by Mr. Hamilton and seconded by
Mr. Lentini. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Chairper Jorge Chac Date