HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-12-04EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE LIBRARY BOARD
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2025
ITEM NO. 1 CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Euless Library Board was called to order by Vice Chairperson Jim Hamilton at
6:31 p.m. on Thursday, December 4,2025, in the Conference Room of the library located at 201 N. Ector
Drive. Those present included: Vice Chairperson Jim Hamilton, Board Members Wanda Peach, John
Lentini, Philip Tedone, Al Devani and Chris McAllister. Chairperson Jorge Chac and Board Member
Rochelle Ragas were not present.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Angela Jones, Interim Library Director
Susan Wedding, Librarian
Laney James, Administrative Assistant
VISITORS
No visitors were present.
ITEM NO.2 APPROVAL OF LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
Vice Chairperson Hamilton asked for a motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting held on
November 6,2025. The motion was made by Mr. Lentini and seconded by Mr. Devani. All were in
favor and the motion carried.
ITEM NO.3 WELCOME VISITORS
Vice Chairperson Hamilton welcomed Ms. Wedding.
ITEM NO.4 LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT
* Library Update
Ms. Jones reviewed the latest monthly statistical summary and gave an overview of the Gale Interactive:
Science digital resource available through the library's TexShare database. Ms. Jones also shared three
recent stories of impact.
Ms. Jones gave the Board an overview of the programming team's planning process, including how
events are developed, the age groups served, and the library's continued focus on early childhood
education through its Family Place designation. Ms. Jones also explained the structure of the
volunteer program, outlining the responsibilities expected of volunteers and the skills the program aims
to develop such as responsibility and time management.
Mr. Hamilton inquired about the scavenger hunts offered at the library. Ms. Jones and Ms. Wedding
explained how the scavenger hunts are distributed throughout the building and noted that staffare provided
with an answer key to help patrons as needed. Ms. Jones discussed the popularity of several programs,
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highlighted key community partnerships, and outlined the various outreach efforts the programming team
conducts with city departments and local schools.
Ms. Wedding gave the Board a rundown of programs and events that are being planned for the new fiscal
year. Ms. Wedding explained that the program planning period correlates with the city's fiscal
year, which begins in October. Ms. Wedding reviewed the library's regularly scheduled programs as well
as special events being planned, including targeted age ranges and the types ofactivities involved.
* Classes and Events Update
Ms. Jones gave an overview of upcoming classes and events, including scheduled holiday closures, an
Interview Skills Class, a jaz:z performance by Marisa Cravero, Silent Book Club, Letters to Santa, and a
Winter Scavenger Hunt. Ms. Wedding also provided a show-and-tell of the library's new Charlie Cart.
ITEM NO.5 REPORTS
* Library Board Vice Chairperson
Vice Chairperson Hamilton spoke of his experience with libraries growing up compared to the programs
the Euless Library does. Mr. Hamilton asked for a motion to move the next meeting to the 8th of January
due to the library closure on the 1st. The motion was made by Ms. Peach and seconded by Mr. Lentini.
Ms. Jones informed the Board that she will not be in attendance as she has a prior commitment. Mr.
Hamilton inquired if the library will be participating in the Parade of Lights, so Ms. Jones confirmed
participation and invited the Board to walk with the float. Ms. Wedding shared that the theme for the
parade is classic Christmas movies.
Mr. Hamilton informed the Board that the Euless Today newsletter has gone digital so those interested in
receiving it will need to subscribe to it online. Ms. Jones added that a small quantity of paper copies will
temporarily be available at a few city departments, including the library.
Mr. Hamilton reminded the Board that the next Euless Town Hall meeting will be on January 15 at7 p.m.
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Mr. McAllister suggested a series that he recently found on the Hoopla platform called The Great Courses.
ITEM NO. 6 PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments were made at this time.
ITEM NO. 7 ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at7:52 p.m.
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