HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-03-05EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE LIBRARY BOARD
THURSDAY, MARCH 5,2026
ITEM NO. 1 CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting ofthe Euless Library Board was called to order by Chairperson Rochelle Ragas at 6:30
p.m. on Thursday, March 5,2026, in the Conference Room of the library located at 201 N. Ector Drive.
Those present included: Chairperson Rochelle Ragas, Vice Chairperson Jim Hamilton, Board Members
Wanda Peach, John Lentini, Philip Tedone, Jorge Chac, Al Devani and Chris McAllister.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Angela Jones, Library Director
Laney James, Administrative Assistant
VISITORS
Barney Snitz
LuAnn Portugal
ITEM NO.2 APPROVAL OF LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
Chairperson Ragas asked for a motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting held on January 8,
2026.The motion was made by Mr. Lentini and seconded by Mr. Hamilton. All were in favor and the
motion carried.
ITEM NO.3 WELCOME OF VISITORS
Chairperson Ragas welcomed all visitors.
ITEM NO. 4 LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT
* StaffUpdate
Ms. Jones gave an update on the recent Staff Development Day, which occurred on February 16, and spoke
about the various trainings, presentations, and activities from that day.
Ms. Jones informed the Board of the recent staff changes, including Paula Beene's retirement and the
subsequent promotions of Shannon Dayton and Mariah Flores. Ms. Jones explained that the library's focus
on promoting from within means that there is a bit of personnel shifting when someone in a higher position
leaves or is promoted. Ms. Jones also informed the Board of Taylor Wheat's new job opportunity with the
City of Prosper, and the subsequent changes for the library.
Mr. Hamilton inquired if the library has anyone in an IT position. Ms. Jones explained that Taylor was not
in a technical position originally but that the library was able to utilize her existing skill set.
.4. Library Update
Ms. Jones reviewed the latest monthly statistical summary and gave an overview of the Brainfuse: Helpnow
digital resource.
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Ms. Jones also reminded the Board of the anytime book locker on the west side of the library
Ms. Jones shared three recent stories of impact.
* Classes and Events Update
Ms. Jones gave an overview of upcoming classes and events including the Adult Winter Reading Challenge,
AARP Tax Help, a Social Security Seminar, an information table on Goodwill literacy classes, the Read to
Me program, computer classes, Silent Book Club, and a Scavenger Hunt during Spring Break. Ms. Jones
also spoke about the upcoming Prom Closet project in partnership with the Hurst and Bedford libraries.
Ms. Jones thanked Ms. Peach for recently volunteering her time with the library and assisting with a large
dictionary project.
ITEM NO.5 REPORTS
* Library Board Chairperson
Chairperson Ragas shared her congratulations for Ms. Jones's official promotion to Library Director
* Library Board Vice Chairperson
Vice Chairperson Hamilton inquired if many tuxes were donated for the Prom Closet Event. Ms. Jones said
there were not and asked the Board to please donate anything they could, as the library had mainly received
dresses.
* Library Board Members
Mr. Devani asked to see the library organizational chart and a review of what the various sub-departments
do. Mr. Devani also inquired what budget priorities Ms. Jones has for FY27, so Ms. Jones explained that
some projects from FY26 rolled over for this next year due to increased costs, such as the children's area
flooring and the large item return shelf. Ms. Jones shared a few other ideas that have been floated for the
next fiscal year.
Mr. Chac asked when the decision will be made for the Programs Supervisor position. Ms. Jones said the
candidates would have about a week to apply, then there would be interviews and a decision would be made
soon after.
Mr. McAllister shared his gratitude for Ms. Gooch, a librarian in the Processes Department, for helping him
find titles through materials requests quickly and without fail.
ITEM NO.6 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Portugal asked if there are still grants available for the library. Ms. Jones confirmed there are and
explained that the Shushbooths in the library were funded through a state grant.
Ms. Portugal asked how to go about getting into an adult volunteer orientation at the library so that she can
volunteer when she has time. Ms. Portugal also reminded the Board of the Police Department's upcoming
fundraising dinner on the 28th.
Mr. Snitz informed the Board that the library will be recognized at the City Council meeting on the 10'h for
receiving the 2025 TMLDA Award.
Mr. Devani asked for more information on the award, so Ms. Jones provided a brief overview of the
application process.
ITEM NO. 7 ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjournedatT:34 p.m.
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