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Home My WebLink About06-25-1997 Library Commission Minutes Saratoga Library Commission Meeting Saratoga Community Library June 25, 1997 7:30 p.m. Action Minutes I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. II. Roll ga~l Commissioners Present: Foscato, Grantham, Manzo, McLaughlin, Towse Commissioners Absent: Ceppos, Sessler Others Present: Dolly Barnes, Susan Fuller, Elayne Dauber, Pat Johnson, Ruth Gipstein, Irene Jacobs III. Report on Posting of commission Agenda Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2, the agenda was properly posted on June 20, 1997. Commissioner Grantham made a motion to place the items of new business first on the agenda so as to accommodate the guest speakers that had been invited to make presentations to the Library Commission. Commissioner Towse seconded the motion and the vote carried with a unanimous vote. (5/0) IV. New Business Elayne Dauber and Pat Johnson gave a presentation to the Library Commission on the efforts that Los Altos and Los Altos Hills had made in the expansion of their library. They had a slew of information to share with the commission related to their first-hand experiences in fundraising, polling and selecting a campaign committee. There was lengthy discussion following the presentation allowing commissioners the opportunity to pose questions and hear responses. V. Old Business a. Polling: There was discussion about the necessity and feasibility of an official poll of the community on the library expansion. The discussion revolved around the different polling options available and the possible sources of funding. b. Expansion Timetable: Commissioner Grantham informed the group that so far, the Commission was on target and proceeding according to the timetable that had originally been mapped out for council. c. Campaign.CQo~dinator: Marcia Manzo, the Commission chair, asked all members to brainstorm and to come to the July meeting with the names of possible campaign coordinators. VI. Reports ~gsap Fuller, ..... County Librarian: Susan Fuller informed the Commission that Julie Farnsworth is now on staff as the new Deputy County Librarian. She is replacing Janice Yee who retired after numerous years of service with the county. She also reminded the group that the CAC would be meeting on July 2, 1997 and the central discussion will revolve around censorship and the Internet. Commissioner McLaughlin will serve as the Chair's alternate since she will be unable to attend this July meeting. Regarding the controversial issues revolving around minors and access to the Internet, Ms. Fuller reported that she is meeting with representatives from The Center of Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University. They have dealt with similar issues in the community and her hope is that they might be able to lead some future discussion groups. Dolly Barnes. Community Librarian: Ms. Barnes reported that thus far the Saratoga Library had signed up 600 children on the summer reading program. A new Children's Reference desk has been purchased by the Friends of the Library for the Library. The new morning programs sponsored by the library have been quite successful. The most recent program focusing on gardening had more than 50 patrons in attendance. Marcia Manzo, Chair of the Library Commission The Friends of the Library will be represented at the Fourth of July celebration taking place at Montalvo and everyone was invited to participate. Irene M. Jacobs, City Staff Representative: Staff member Jacobs gave the Commission an update on issues related to most the recent reorganizational changes. Ruth Gipstein, Friends of the Library: commissioner Foscato was unable to attend the meeting so Ruth Gipstein reported that the Book-Go-Round was doing very well. Sally Towse~ Library Foundation: Ms. Towse reported that they are working to expand the Foundation's number of board members. vii.Oral and Written communications: The Commission received a copy of a letter that had been addressed to the Chairperson of the Joint Powers Authority from the Mayor of Gilroy. The letter stated that at their June 2, 1997 meeting, Gilroy's city Council adopted the position that their city opposes the access of pornography on the Internet by minors. They requested that the JPA do all in their power to prevent access to pornography by minors. VIII.Adjournment Commissioner Grantham made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Commissioner Towse seconded the motion. The motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m. (5/0) Prepared By: