8.      Fines and Fees discussion.

Everyone received a copy of the WILI Fines & Fees schedule from Cynthia. There is a public relations aspect to consider, but due to low funds for operations, the revenue is desperately needed. Carolyn will investigate how Resourcemate, the Circulation software, handles/pays fines. This topic will be revisited at the next meeting.

 9.      New Building “Steering Committee.”

Wayne hired Architect Ralph Hill to design the library building. The steering committee will be formed after Wayne receives the final proposal from Ralph regarding phases, costs and timeline. There are three issues that will define where the building lies: parking, lot line and sidewalks.

We discussed various grant and matching-grant opportunities to highlight to the Friends. It is very important to show community involvement in grant applications.

 10.  Library Director Update.

Cynthia had her last meeting with the board. Until a new director is hired, Craig will do the agenda and Cindi will take minutes. Recruitment will be in June or July and the hiring committee will know whether or not City Council approved funds for salary. The board received clarification on applicants that may currently be working for a PERS organization. PERS must be paid to an individual who is already a “vested” member of PERS. If a person is hired who will need PERS contributions, the number of work hours may need to be decreased from 10 hrs/wk as previously defined. 

 11. Adjournment. Next meeting date: June 30, 2004.

^{notetaker: Cynthia Peterson, Library Director}