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EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
LIBRARY BOARD
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 2019
ITEM NO. 1 CALLED TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless Public Library Board was called to order by Chairman Snitz at
7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 3, 2019, in the Board Room of the Library, 1100 Westpark Way.
Those present included Chairman Barney Snitz,Vice Chairman Allan Gibbs,Board Members Jim
Hamilton,Mike McGehee, and Leslie Kane. Board Member Chris McAllister was not present.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Sherry Knight,Library Administrator
Mollie Snapp,Administrative Assistant
VISITORS
LuAnn Portugal
ITEM NO.2 APPROVED LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
Chairman Snitz asked for a motion to accept the minutes of the regular meeting, held November
1, 2018. The motion was made by Board Member McGehee and seconded by Vice Chairman
Gibbs.
ITEM NO. 3 WELCOMED VISITORS
Chairman Snitz welcomed all visitors present.
ITEM NO. 4 ELECTED OFFICERS
Board Member McGehee made a motion to nominate Barney Snitz as Chairman. Vice Chairman
Gibbs seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.
Board Member Hamilton made a motion to nominate Allan Gibbs as Vice Chairman. Board
Member McGehee seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.
Board Member McGehee made a motion to nominate Leslie Kane as Library Board Liaison to the
Euless Library Foundation. Vice Chairman Gibbs seconded the motion. All were in favor and the
motion carried.
ITEM NO. 5 PRESENTED LIBRARY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
❖ Materials Classification Update
Library Board Minutes,January 3, 2019,Page I of 3
Library Board Minutes,January 3,2019,Page 2 of 3 `
Library Administrator, Sherry Knight, gave an overview of reclassification of the non-fiction
collection.
Board members inquired about the types of groupings, how biographies would be affected, and
the cause of the change.
Ms.Knight gave examples of the groupings, stated that biography would continue to be the same,
and gave an overview of trends, community needs and ease of accessibility of materials.
❖ Construction Update
Ms. Knight gave an update on the progress of the construction of the library and stated that
demolition has begun.
❖ Classes&Events Update
Ms.Knight discussed current attendance numbers and public response to the building's book drop
locations. Ms. Knight also spoke of the success of the "Snowed in at Simmons" event and gave
an overview of upcoming events.
Board Member Hamilton commented on the increase in overdue items and Ms. Knight stated that
this was most likely caused by the confusion of the Ector book drop officially closing.
The Board discussed sign options and other options for increased communication to the public.
Ms. Knight also gave an annual report of key numbers for the last fiscal year.
ITEM NO. 6 REPORTS
Library Board Chairman
Chairman Snitz reminded everyone about the Town Hall meeting on January 24.
Library Board Vice-Chairman
Vice Chairman Gibbs stated that ELF would be relaunching the Bubble Wall fundraiser soon.
Library Board Members
Board Member McGehee suggested that the library take part in a passive program to promote
civility and kindness; something to encourage meaningful dialogue.
Ms. Knight provided a couple examples and stated that the library would work on a program.
Board Member Hamilton informed the Board about "Coffee with a Cop" on January 9 at Chick-
Fil-A Heritage Crossing and that the City's Christmas Tree Recycling event is on January 12.
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Library Board Minutes,January 3,2019,Page 3 of 3
ITEM NO. 7 PUBLIC COMMENTS
LuAnn Portugal of Euless,Texas,stated the area was much busier than she assumed and wondered
if it brought in more or new patrons. Ms. Portugal inquired about what was being taught for a
library science degree now that so many things have changed.
Ms. Knight stated that universities have gone more toward information science with a focus on
information, data, and community.
Ms. Portugal inquired about mp3 audiobooks and Ms. Knight stated that they tested them out a
couple years ago and they were not very popular with our patrons.
ITEM NO. 8 ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Snitz asked for a motion to adjourn. The motion was made by Vice Chairman Gibbs
and seconded by Board Member Kane. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
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