HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-06-05EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE LIBRARY BOARD
THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2025
ITEM NO. I CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Euless Library Board was called to order by Chairperson Jorge Chac at 7:00
p.m. on Thursday, June 5, 2025, in the Conference Room of the library located at 201 N. Ector Drive. Those
present included: Chairperson Jorge Chac, Vice Chairperson Jim Hamilton, and Board Members Rochelle
Ragas, John Lentini and Chris McAllister. Board Members Philip Tedone, Wanda Peach and AI Devani
were not present.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Sherry Knight, Library Director
Angela Jones, Assistant Library Director
Laney James, Administrative Secretary
VISITORS
Barney Snitz
LuAnn Portugal
ITEM NO.2 APPROVAL OF LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
Chairperson Chac called for a motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting held on May 1,
2025. A motion was made by Mr. Hamilton and seconded by Mr. Lentini. The motion carried
unanimously.
ITEM NO.3 WELCOMED VISITORS
Chairperson Chac welcomed all visitors in attendance.
ITEM NO.4 LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT
B• Personnel Update
Ms. Knight informed the board of her upcoming departure from the Library Director position. Ms. Knight's
last day will be June 20, at which time Angela Jones will be appointed Interim Director after 3 years of
service as Assistant Director. Ms. Knight spoke of her confidence in Ms. Jones.
Mr. Chac asked how long Ms. Knight had been Director and she confirmed it had been 13 years.
❖ Library Update
Ms. Knight reviewed the latest statistical summaries and gave an overview of the Lote4Kids digital
resource. Ms. Knight also discussed the library's board game collection and its popularity. Ms. Knight also
shared three recent stories of impact that highlight the Library's strong community engagement, including
one positive online review.
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, June 5, Page l of 3
Library Board Minutes, Thursday, June 5, Page 3 of 3
ITEM NO. 6 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Portugal shared her gratitude for the legacy Ms. Knight is leaving at the library and the representation
of the patrons that she has provided.
Mr. Snitz informed the board of the Fill -the -Boot event happening at Lowes in Euless.
ITEM NO. 7 ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Chac called for a motion to adjourn. A motion was made by Mr. Lentini and seconded by Mr.
Hamilton as well as Mr. McAllister. The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
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