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City of Saratoga
Library Commission
MEETING AGENDA
DATE: June 22, 2011
TIME: 5:30 p.m.
LOCATION:
Saratoga Library
Community Room
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Report on Posting of the Agenda: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2, the
agenda for this meeting was properly posted on June 16, 2011.
4. Accept Agenda Items & Order: No additional items may be added pursuant to
Government Code Section 54954.2.
5. Oral & Written Communications: Any member of the public may address the
Commission about any matter not on the agenda for this meeting for up to three
minutes. Commissioners may not comment on the matter, but may choose to place the
topic on a future agenda.
6. Approval of Minutes
A. October 27, 2010
B. March 11, 2011
C. April 27, 2011
7. Old Business
A. Building Update (Thomas Scott)
8. New Business
A. Library Improvement Fund Project Opportunities
B. Joint Meeting Recap
C. Commission Work Plan
9. Reports (this section is informational only; no actions will be taken)
A. Melinda Cervantes, County Librarian
B. Gayathri Kanth, Community Librarian/alternate
C. Hedy Yuen, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
D. Sam McBane Mulford, Library Commission Chair
10. Next Meeting – August 24, 2011
A. Proposed Agenda Items
11. Adjournment
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a
disability‐related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact the City
Clerk’s Office at 408.868.1269 or ctclerk@saratoga.ca.us. Requests must be made as early as possible
and at least one full business day before the start of the meeting.
Library Commission Agenda Note:
In accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, copies of the staff reports and other materials provided to
the Library Commission by City staff in connection with this agenda are available at the office of the City
Manager at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, California 95070. Any materials distributed by staff after
the posting of the agenda are made available for public review at the office of the City Manager at the
time they are distributed to the Library Commission.
Certificate of Posting of Agenda:
I, Crystal Morrow, Administrative Analyst II for City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for
the meeting of the Library Commission of the City of Saratoga was posted June 16, 2011 at the office of
the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga CA 95070 and was available for public review at that
location. The agenda is also available on the City’s website at http://www.saratoga.ca.us/boards‐
commissions/library/index.html.
City of Saratoga
Library Commission
Meeting Minutes
DATE: October 27, 2010
TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION:
Saratoga Library
Community Room
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
1. Call to Order – 12:06 p.m. by Vice Chair Lucas
2. Roll Call:
Present: Iyengar (arrived late), Lemmon, Lucas, McBane Mulford
Staff, Liaisons,
& Guests: Melinda Cervantes, Hedy Yuen, Derek Wolfgram, Barbara Powell,
Gayathri Kanth
Absent: Khan
3. Report on Posting of the Agenda: Pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on October 22, 2010.
4. Accept Agenda Items & Order: No additional items may be added pursuant to
Government Code Section 54954.2.
5. Oral and Written Communications:
None
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Special Meeting June 30, 2010
• LEMMON: MOVED TO ACCEPT MINUTES FOR SPECIAL MEETING ON JUNE 30,
2010
• MCBANE MULFORD: SECOND
• APPROVED: 4‐0
7. Old Business
A. Building Update
• Thomas Scott prepared a report for the Commission including the
following:
¾ The two monument signs have been re‐stained and damaged wood on
one of the signs was repaired.
¾ The outside sign by the Lobby has been re‐stained and the sign has been
updated with the new Library hours on a new updatable clear acrylic
panel.
¾ The bid package for the new overhang over the outside book return area
has been sent out to Contractors; bids are due back by the end of the
month.
o The contract for the new overhang will be going to the City
Council in November for their approval.
o Looking into building some sort of temporary book drop to be
used while the overhang project is going on.
B. Proposed joint project with Youth Commission
• Adam Henig, City staff liaison to the Youth Commission reported that the
Youth Commission has already committed to several projects for this
year:
¾ Collaboration with the Monte Sereno Youth Commission
¾ Enrichment workshops for teens
¾ Volunteering – community service
¾ Collaboration with the Parks & Recreation Commission (helped
organize Arbor Day in 2010)
• Adam noted since the Youth Commission meets in the evening, it might
be helpful if a member(s) from the Library Commission could attend the
YC meeting to share ideas. The next YC meeting is November 9th at 7:00
p.m. in the City’s Administrative Conference Room.
• Lemmon noted there are volunteer opportunities for the Commission at
the Book Go Round.
• McBane Mulford suggested that representative(s) from the Friends of the
Saratoga Libraries may wish to attend the Youth Commission meeting in
order to discuss potential volunteer opportunities.
C. Library User Survey
• Kanth presented a report on the County’s Library User Survey.
o Of note, 80% of the library circulation is generated by 20% of its
customers.
o The greatest market penetration is in the 10‐14 and 35‐44 age
ranges.
• Attendees discussed the potential for synthesis (joint projects) between
the Library and the City’s Recreation Department.
• McBane Mulford stated it would be beneficial to have access to the
survey results.
• Cervantes noted the JPA Board will be receiving the report on 10/28 and
afterward results of the survey will be posted to the Library website.
• McBane Mulford inquired what the focus should be for Saratoga.
• Kanth noted there is a Steering Committee with representatives from
each Library that is reviewing the results of the survey and identifying
specific projects/directions/programs
o A potential project/program for Saratoga is:
A targeted quarterly VIP night in which specific groups
would be invited to the Library(e.g. kindergarteners +
parents; 6th graders + parents; City commissioners;
community volunteers)
This would provide an opportunity to issue Library cards,
create awareness about the library and promote
networking
8. New Business
A. Nominations for Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2010/11, effective
October 27, 2010.
• Iyengar announced that due to personal reasons, she would need to
resign from the Commission. Fellow commissioners thanked her for her
service and contribution to the Commission.
• LEMMON NOMINATED MCBANE MULFORD AS CHAIR
• IYENGAR: SECOND
• APPROVED: 4‐0
• MCBANE MULFORD NOMINATED LEMMON FOR VICE CHAIR
• IYENGAR: SECOND
• APPROVED: 4‐0
B. Discussion of Commission meeting day of week and time
• This item was not discussed.
C. December 1, 2010 Joint Meeting: Library Commission, Friends of the Library
and City Council
• Attendees requested a reschedule of this meeting as December 1st is also
the date of a Friends’ function.
• Commissioners determined they would hold the December 1st
Commission meeting in the Library at Noon, rather than the customary
10:00 a.m. meeting at the Book Go Round.
9. Reports (this section is informational only; no actions will be taken)
A. Cervantes
• Provided the attached report.
B. Kanth
• Noted that Joan Zedlar will be retiring November 13th.
• Provided the attached report.
C. Yuen
• Reported that the Friends of the Saratoga Library recently donated
approximately $71,000 to the Library.
D. McBane Mulford
• Requested that “agenda items for the next meeting” be added to the
next Commission meeting agenda.
10. Next Meeting
− Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 12:00 noon, Saratoga Library
11. Adjournment – 2:12 p.m.
Library Commissioners Report
Melinda Cervantes, County Librarian
Santa Clara County Library
October 2010
The last installation of RFID equipment requires that the Cupertino Library close for 1‐2 days on
Oct. 25‐26. This will complete an 18 month RFID implementation project to enhance the user
experience when checking materials out of the Library. Self‐service using RFID is fast, convenient
and fun to use.
Tuesday, Oct. 5th, the Library participated in Snapshot Day, a program sponsored by the
California Library Association (CLA) to collect usage data, photos, and patron testimonials.
Snapshot Day will help CLA capture data to create a compelling picture of library services in
California. The results, which will show how many people use California’s libraries on a given day,
will provide a critical and invaluable advocacy tool for us all. CLA will use the data to advocate
with legislators at the state and local level, and to demonstrate the value and importance of
libraries to California’s citizens. We will also package the data so that you can use them in local
advocacy efforts.
Silicon Valley Reads 2011 will kick‐off on Wed., January 26, 2011 at the Campbell Heritage
Theatre. The Year of Fog by Michelle Richmond is this year’s Silicon Valley Reads book. A
profoundly original novel of family, loss, and hope ‐ of the choices we make and the choices
made for us ‐ The Year of Fog beguiles with the mysteries of time and memory even as it lays
bare the deep and wondrous workings of the human heart. The result is a mesmerizing tour de
force that will touch anyone who knows what it means to love a child. Children’s companion
books include: Pouch! by David Ezra Stein, One by Kathryn Otoshi and Alabama Moon by Watt
Key.
The Spring California Association of Library Trustees and Commissioners (CALTAC) will hold its
Spring 2011 CALTAC Workshop at the Milpitas Library on Saturday, February 26, 2011. Watch for
more information at www.caltac.org
In August, after serving for four months as Acting Community Librarian, Gayathri Kanth was
appointed Community Librarian for the Saratoga Library. Gayathri has worked for SCCL for 12
years, most recently as Supervising Librarian/Adult Services at the Cupertino Library.
The next meeting of the Santa Clara County Library JPA Board will be held on Thursday, October
28, 2010 at 1:30pm at the Library Administration Offices, 14600 Winchester Blvd., Los Gatos. JPA
agendas and minutes will be posted on Friday, October 22, 2010.
http://www.santaclaracountylib.org/about/jpa.html
Gayathri Kanth, Community Librarian, Saratoga Library
October 2010 Report to the Saratoga Library Commission
Statistics July‐Sep2010
Circulation 412,716
New Library Cards 480
Visits 91,050
Circulation/Hour 586
Exhibits:
Lobby: Watercolors by Miho Simunovic and Photography by Dee Wong.
Children’s Room: Foothill Elementary School Children’s Art
Group Study Room: Abilities United of Palo Alto
Staff News:
Adult and Teen Supervising Librarian Joan Zedlar is retiring. Heekyung Wilhelmi, lead cataloger from
Headquarters is the Interim Supervising Librarian for Adult and Teen Services. The Library has begun a
recruitment process to fill this position as well as a position at Cupertino.
Michele Huie, Adult and Teen Services Librarian, is working as temporary Lead Cataloger at HQ .
Special Events:
California Library Snapshot Day on October 5th (Tuesday)
Teen Read Week and Teen Fine Amnesty Week! (October 17‐23)
This week only patrons between the ages of 12 and 19 had their late fines waived in celebration of Teen
Read Week and in order to encourage reading and library use by teens.
The Lion’s Club of Saratoga’s Peace poster contest ended on 25th of October. Students in the qualifying
ages turned their application forms and finished art in at the Children’s Reference Desk.
* A quorum of the Commission was not present at the March 11, 2011 Library
Commission Meeting.
City of Saratoga
Library Commission
Special Meeting Minutes
DATE: March 11, 2011
TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION:
Saratoga Library
Community Room
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
1. Call to Order – 12:10 p.m. by Chair McBane Mulford
2. Roll Call:
Present: Lemmon, McBane Mulford
Staff, Liaisons,
& Guests: Melinda Cervantes, Hedy Yuen, Barbara Powell, Gayathri Kanth,
Sharon Andres (prospective Commissioner)
Absent: Khan
3. Report on Posting of the Agenda: Pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2, the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on March 7, 2011.
4. Accept Agenda Items & Order: No additional items may be added pursuant to
Government Code Section 54954.2.
5. Oral and Written Communications:
None
6. Approval of Minutes
A. Special Meeting October 27, 2010
• Deferred to next meeting, since there was not a quorum present.
B. Introductions
• Attendees introduced themselves to Sharon Andres, who will, effective 3/16/11,
be sworn in as a member of the Commission.
7. Old Business
A. Building Update
* A quorum of the Commission was not present at the March 11, 2011 Library
Commission Meeting.
• Thomas Scott prepared a report for the Commission including the
following:
¾ The new contractor and the contract for the book drop overhang has
been approved by the City Council.
¾ City Facilities staff and Library staff are working on details for a temporary
book drop to be used while the overhang project is going on.
¾ Thomas is working with the new contractor on getting all of the
approvals, permits and materials for the book drop overhang so the
project can be scheduled.
8. New Business
A. Recognizing Commission Service
• McBane Mulford inquired what the recognition process is for service on a
City Commission. Powell indicated the City recognizes a full‐term of
service with a proclamation given at a City Council meeting.
• McBane Mulford wondered if there is a process for someone who has not
served a full term (resigned from a Commission). Powell indicated there
is not.
• Cervantes noted in the past the Commission has had informal recognition
with refreshments and time devoted on an agenda.
• McBane Mulford and Lemmon will discuss possible options for
recognition of Commissioners and will bring them to the next meeting.
B. Discussion of Commission meeting day of week and time
• McBane Mulford raised the option of potentially holding Commission
meetings in the early evening, in order to provide a better time to involve
the public.
• After discussion, those present felt the 4th Wednesday of the month at
5:30 p.m. might work well.
• The item will be brought back for discussion and a recommendation at
the next meeting.
C. Commission opportunities for community engagement
• Attendees discussed upcoming community events in Saratoga (St.
Patrick’s Day, Persian New Year).
• Kanth noted the Library had staff present at the Mustard Faire, which
occurred on March 6th.
• Cervantes noted the Cupertino Library Commission has its own website
that lists community events, Commission meetings, City Council
meetings, etc. She will provide additional information about this to
McBane Mulford.
* A quorum of the Commission was not present at the March 11, 2011 Library
Commission Meeting.
D. Discussion of Commission work plan
• McBane Mulford stated she had attended the Library
Commissioner/Friends Forum. “Literacy” was the main focus/keynote of
the forum. At the next Commission meeting, she would like to discuss
what the Commission would like to accomplish and how best to support
the Saratoga Library and greater (Santa Clara County) library system.
9. Reports (this section is informational only; no actions will be taken)
A. Cervantes
• Provided the attached report.
B. Kanth
• Provided the attached report.
C. Yuen
• Reported that the Friends of the Saratoga Library were going to be
holding a members’ only discount sale. She noted the Friends also had a
table at the Mustard Faire. Donation volume to the Book Go Round is
very high. A number of long‐term volunteers are leaving the Friends, as
they are no longer able to do the kind of tasks needed; the Friends are
looking to attract younger members.
D. McBane Mulford
• Nothing else to report.
10. Next Meeting
− Wednesday, April 27, 2011, 12:00 noon, Saratoga Library
− Proposed agenda items:
o Approval of minutes from October 27, 2010 and March 11, 2011
meetings
o Recognizing Commission service
o Recommendation of Commission meeting day of week and time
o Commission opportunities for community engagement
o Discussion of Commission work plan
11. Adjournment – 2:20 p.m.
* A quorum of the Commission was not present at the March 11, 2011 Library
Commission Meeting.
Library Commissioners Report
Melinda Cervantes, County Librarian
Santa Clara County Library
March 2011
The Spring California Association of Library Trustees and Commissioners
(CALTAC) held its Spring 2011 CALTAC Workshop at the Milpitas Library on
Saturday, February 26, 2011.
The Annual Library Friends and Commissioners Forum was held on Saturday,
March 5. This proved to be a wonderful advocacy, networking and learning
opportunity for all Santa Clara County Library support groups.
State Budget Update.
At the January meeting, the Library JPA Board held a public hearing to consider
the purchase of real property, accepted staff reports on CLA Legislative
Committee activities, projected State Budget impacts on Library
revenues/resource sharing and the Library Technology Improvement and
Replacement Plan. In February, the JPA accepted the Annual Audit and Five‐Year
Forecast reports.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Santa Clara County Library JPA
Board will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 1:30pm at the Library
Administration Offices, 14600 Winchester Blvd., Los Gatos. JPA agendas and
minutes were posted on Friday, April 19, 2011.
The Silicon Valley Reads 2011 kick‐off was held at the Campbell Heritage Theatre
to a crowd of nearly 300. The delightful and at times very funny author Michelle
Richmond spoke of her experience writing The Year of Fog as part of the
dialogue with Mike Cassidy, a columnist with the San Jose Mercury News. Many
more programs are scheduled throughout the months of February and March.
* A quorum of the Commission was not present at the March 11, 2011 Library
Commission Meeting.
Gayathri Kanth, Community Librarian, Saratoga Library
Report February 2011
Statistics
Jan 2010 Jan 2011
Circulation 138,553 143,320
Circulation/Hour 587 667
New Library Cards 254 136
Visits 42,903 41,974
Staff News:
Saratoga Library has a new Supervising Librarian for Adult and Teen Services. Roslyn
Donald, the new Supervising Librarian comes to us from the San Mateo City Library
where she was the Business Librarian.
Special Event: Reading Goes ‘Round
The Saratoga Library initiated a new enrichment program, Reading goes ‘Round for
Kindergartners and 6th grade students. The goal of the program is to create life‐long
readers by nurturing a love of books, reading, learning and libraries. The library will
partner with local schools, parents and the Saratoga Elementary School District. The City
of Saratoga, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries and National Charity League provide
support. The two groups of students and their parents will participate in book clubs and
other reading experiences that make reading a family activity
VIP Night – Kindergartners and their families
Our first VIP Night for Kindergartners and the families was a huge success. About 170
Kindergartners and their families visited the library after the library was closed to the
public. The families enjoyed their self guided tour of the library, pizza dinner and the
story telling event immensely. Then while the kids were doing a craft activity, the
parents attended a workshop on family reading.
VIP Night – Sixth Graders and their families
Our VIP Night for Sixth Graders and the families was another success. About 70 Sixth
Graders and their families visited the library after the library was closed to the public.
The families enjoyed their self guided tour of the library and a pizza dinner. Then sixth
graders tried to find out what it takes to be Food Fear Factor Champion. Four sixth
graders actually lasted through all the rounds of food. Parents enjoyed a presentation
by author Tanya Egan Gibson.
* A quorum of the Commission was not present at the March 11, 2011 Library
Commission Meeting.
Partnership Programs with Recreation Department
Over the past month staff and members of the Saratoga Library have been working
together to offer free monthly workshops to the public at the Library’s Community
Room. Beginning on January 12th, and continuing every second Wednesday, one or
more instructors will be leading a 60‐minute workshop. The objective for the Library is
to bring in a new audience that is not familiar with its resources, while the Recreation
Department is hoping to attract future program users.
Programs:
2/9 – College Admissions Essay Workshop was attended by more than 50 interested
teens.
2/9 ‐ “The Chocolate Tree” – a Mayan Folktale bookclub (for kindergartners
and their parents – Reading Goes ‘Round Project).
The scene was set for the eleven kindergartners and their moms to learn unknown facts
about the Ancient Maya. Peggy lead the discussion of the book, spiced it up with a few
Mayan facts and encouraged the kids to participate in a short Reader’s Theatre involving
“rain” and “thunder”.
Jennifer dazzled with her powerpoint presentation on chocolate facts then
she involved the kids/moms with a chocolate tasting contest for all of the eager
participants. The event finished up with making a clay Mayan amulet.
The children left clutching their Mayan pillowcase shirt take home craft (and left‐over
chocolate!) with smiles on their faces.
* A quorum of the Commission was not present at the March 11, 2011 Library
Commission Meeting.
2/10 ‐ “One” – A Silicon Valley Reads program
Fifteen children had fun participating in our program honoring the book, “One”. The
story was read; a Reader’s Theatre about perseverance was acted out by the children
and all participated in making a watercolor painting to try out the effect of different
colors on the page.
2/17 ‐ “An Afternoon with Madeline”
This program was one of our programs in connection with Montalvo’s series of events.
The event started with tandem reading of a related French story followed by French
phrases with Ms. Cindy and French songs with Ms. Peggy.
The children participated eagerly in a manners game and embarked upon an adventure
watching the movie, “Madeline in the Wild West”. After the movie, the children made
mosaic French flags and munched happily on Madeline cookies. Everyone was having
such a good time that we literally could not get them to leave!
Ongoing programs:
Family Storytime Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.,
Toddler Storytime Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.,
Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Adult English Conversation group discussion on Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
TAB meetings 4th Thursday of the month
Upcoming Programs
March 15th‐ Silicon Valley Reads 2011 Author Michelle Richmond
March 17th ‐ A combo Wizard of Oz and St. Patrick’s Day program! A “green”
celebration! All ages. A Montalvo connected event.
March 23th‐ Another Kindergarten bookclub: “Mr. Putter and Tabby Paint the Porch” –
book discussion, treats and make a mini book with Ms. Jennifer and Ms. Cindy
Respectfully submitted
Gayathri Kanth
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City of Saratoga
Library Commission
MEETING MINUTES
DATE: April 27, 2011
TIME: Noon
LOCATION:
Community Room
Saratoga Library
13650 Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
1. Call to Order – 12:10 p.m.
2. Roll Call:
Present: Andres, Khan, Lemmon, McBane Mulford
Staff & Liaisons: Melinda Cervantes, Hedy Yuen, Gayathri Kanth, Barbara Powell
Guests: Bob Semichy
3. Report on Posting of the Agenda: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2, the agenda
for this meeting was properly posted on April 22, 2011.
4. Accept Agenda Items & Order: No additional items may be added pursuant to Government
Code Section 54954.2.
5. Oral & Written Communications: Any member of the public may address the Commission
about any matter not on the agenda for this meeting for up to three minutes. Commissioners
may not comment on the matter, but may choose to place the topic on a future agenda.
‐ Powell shared information with the Commission about Refinancing the General Obligation
Bonds that funded renovation of the Saratoga Library.
6. Approval of Minutes
A. October 27, 2010
‐ Lemmon motioned to approve the minutes
‐ Khan seconded the motion
‐ Motion failed 2‐0‐2 with Andres and McBane Mulford abstaining
B. March 11, 2011
‐ McBane Mulford motioned to approve the minutes
‐ Lemmon seconded the motion
‐ Motion failed 2‐0‐1 with Andres and Khan abstaining
7. Old Business
A. Building Update (Thomas Scott)
‐ Powell shared a building update with the Commission. As of April 25, 2011, the
following facilities items have been completed at the Library:
The new temporary book drop has been installed in the front of the Library.
All of the permits and materials have been approved for the overhang
project.
‐ Projects being worked on include:
The construction of the new overhang for the book drop area is planned to
start Tuesday May 3rd after the Friend complete their book sale.
The overhang, which should be completed in less the 6 weeks.
8. New Business
A. June 15, 2011 Joint Meeting – City Council, Friends, Library Commission
‐ McBane Mulford introduced the item and invited the group to share ideas for
discussion topics.
‐ Cervantes shared that annexations are causing a $1.2 million reduction in County
property tax revenues. Additionally the Governor’s budget proposal does not include
funding for community libraries, which represents a loss of $1.3 million in revenues
for the County Library. However, the County Library has seen significant savings due
to technology and expects that vacant positions will be left unfilled, the materials
budget will be reduced, and a non‐resident fee to use County libraries will be
introduced.
‐ The Commission discussed fund raising opportunities.
B. Recommendation of Commission meeting day of week and time
‐ The Commission agreed to switch the meeting time to 5:30 p.m. on a temporary
basis to see if it encourages public attendance at Library Commission meetings.
C. Commission Opportunities for Community Engagement
‐ Cervantes suggested that the Commission attend the JPA meeting if they wish to
share their individual thoughts on the non‐resident fee. The County Librarian will
also be honored at the upcoming Pacific Library Partnership Legislative Breakfast on
Saturday, May 21, 2011.
D. Discussion of Commission Work Plan
‐ The Commission discussed supporting the implementation of the County Library’s
strategic plan. Khanth offered to provide additional information on the plan when it
is more developed.
‐ The Commission discussed a visual – process map of the Commission’s work plan.
McBane Mulford indicated she would distribute copies of the map to the
Commission.
9. Reports (this section is informational only; no actions will be taken)
A. Melinda Cervantes, County Librarian
‐ Cervantes shared that there is a Legislative Day on May 18, 2011 in Sacramento.
Information on the event is online at http://cla‐net.org/.
B. Gayathri Kanth, Community Librarian/alternate
‐ Kanth shared information about Library circulation, new library cards, and visits:
March 2010 March 2011
Circulation 134,192 134,751
Circulation/Hour 541 602
New Library Cards 247 127
Visits 41,648 42,800
‐ Kanth announced that the e‐books event on April 3, 2011 attracted 40 attendees,
many who already had e‐readers and wanted to learn about Library e‐books.
‐ Kanth shared that the Saratoga Library winners of the VOYA’s national teen poetry
contest were noted in the Saratoga News.
‐ Kanth provided an update on upcoming programs for adults, teens, and children.
C. Hedy Yuen, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries
‐ Yuen shared that the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries are going to hold a paperback
sale on April 30 and 31. Yuen also invited Commissioners to volunteer for the Friends
on an individual basis and noted that membership and sales are holding steady.
‐ Yuen noted that a new representative from the Friends would begin attending
Library Commission meetings starting in June.
D. Sam McBane Mulford, Library Commission Chair
‐ McBane Mulford noted that the Annual American Library Association Conference
will be in June in New Orleans. McBane Mulford indicated she would send a link to
the conference email to the Commission.
10. Next Meeting – June 22, 2011
A. Proposed Agenda Items
11. Adjournment
Minutes submitted by:
Crystal Morrow, Administrative Analyst II
City of Saratoga – City Manager’s Office