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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-23-2018 Library Commission Agenda PacketSaratoga Library Commission Agenda - Page 1 of 2 SARATOGA LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING October 23, 2018 7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING Saratoga Library, Community Room | 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 ROLL CALL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Any member of the public may address the Library Commission for up to three (3) minutes on matters not on the Agenda. The law generally prohibits the Library Commission from discussing or taking action on such items. The Library Commission may choose to place the topic on a future agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Draft minutes for the August 28, 2018 meeting AGENDA ITEMS 1. Group Photo Action: Take a group photo. 2. Selection of Chair and Vice Chair Summary: The Chair and Vice Chair serve for a term of 1 year. Each Commissioner may only serve as Chair or Vice Chair once during a 4-year term on the Commission. Action: Select new Chair and Vice Chair. 3. Review of 2018 Work Plan, Consider 2019 Work Plan Summary: Every year, the City Council considers and authorizes Commission work plans. Typically, the Commission also presents progress on existing work plan items. The Council review of work plans typically happens in the beginning of the calendar year. Action: Review and identify progress on the 2018 work plan, identify recommended changes to the 2019 work plan. 4. West Valley College Collaboration Summary: One of the Library Commission’s work plan items includes identifying opportunities to partner with West Valley College, including the 2019 Coral Reef Crochet Project. Saratoga Library Commission Agenda - Page 2 of 2 5. Monte Sereno Outreach and Engagement Summary: Discuss efforts to reach out and engage residents of Monte Sereno. 6. Community Outreach Summary: Discuss Library Commission outreach activity. 7. Rescheduling December Meeting Date Summary: The December meeting falls on a holiday. In the past, the December meeting has been rescheduled for earlier in the month. Action: Consider rescheduling or canceling the December meeting. 8. Community News & Trends Summary: Share news and trends within the community. REPORTS 1. Nancy Howe, Santa Clara County Librarian 2. Michael Eitner, Saratoga Community Librarian 3. Alice Patrick, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries 4. Saratoga Library Teen Advisory Board 5. Library Commission Chair 6. Crystal Bothelio, Saratoga Deputy City Manager SUMMARIZE ACTION ITEMS AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING ADJOURNMENT CERTIFICATE OF POSTING OF THE AGENDA, DISTRIBUTION OF AGENDA PACKET, & COMPLIANCE WITH AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT I, Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Library Commission was posted and available for review on October 18, 2018 at the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us. Signed this 18th day of October 2018 at Saratoga, California. Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager 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 Clerk at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070. Any materials distributed by staff after the posting of the agenda are made available for public review at the office of the City Clerk at the time they are distributed to the Library Commission. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this meeting, pleas e contact the City Clerk at 408.868.1294 or npimentel@saratoga.ca.us. Notification 24 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. [28 CFR 5.102 -35.104 ADA title II] LIBRARY COMMISSION AGENDA PLANNER MEETING AGENDA ITEMS REPORTS February 27, 2018  Community News & Trends  2018 Commission Work Plan  Library District Year End Service Report  Summarize Action Items  Nancy Howe, County Librarian  Michael Eitner, Community Librarian  Alice Patrick, Friends  Teen Advisory Board  Karen Burley, Chair  Crystal Bothelio, Liaison March 5, 2018 5:00 p.m. Commission Work Plan Study Session April 24, 2018  Community News & Trends  West Valley College Collaboration  Commissioner-Led Events: Junior Achievement  Library Card Promotion: Commissioner Engagement  Library Space Utilization  Summarize Action Items  Nancy Howe, County Librarian  Michael Eitner, Community Librarian  Alice Patrick, Friends  Teen Advisory Board  Karen Burley, Chair  Crystal Bothelio, Liaison June 26, 2018  Community News & Trends  Summarize Action Items  West Valley College Collaboration  Commissioner Led Events: Junior Achievement  Nancy Howe, County Librarian  Michael Eitner, Community Librarian  Alice Patrick, Friends  Teen Advisory Board  Karen Burley, Chair  Crystal Bothelio, Liaison August 28, 2018  Community News & Trends  Commissioner Led Events: Junior Achievement  Community Outreach at Movie Nights & Farmers Markets  West Valley College Collaboration  Monte Sereno Outreach & Engagement  Summarize Action Items  Nancy Howe, County Librarian  Michael Eitner, Community Librarian  Alice Patrick, Friends  Teen Advisory Board  Karen Burley, Chair  Crystal Bothelio, Liaison October 23, 2018  Community News & Trends  Library Commission Photo  Selection of Chair and Vice Chair  Review 2018 Work Plan, Consider 2019 Work Plan  West Valley College Collaboration  Monte Sereno Outreach & Engagement  Community Outreach  Rescheduling December Meeting Date  Summarize Action Items  Nancy Howe, County Librarian  Michael Eitner, Community Librarian  Alice Patrick, Friends  Teen Advisory Board  Chair  Crystal Bothelio, Liaison December 25, 2018*  Community News & Trends  Nancy Howe, County Librarian  Finalize 2019 Work Plan  Summarize Action Items  Michael Eitner, Community Librarian  Alice Patrick, Friends  Teen Advisory Board  Chair  Crystal Bothelio, Liaison Unscheduled Future Items  Interior Space Review Recommendations  West Valley College Collaboration & Next Steps * Meeting will be canceled or rescheduled LIBRARY COMMISSION DUTIES/PURPOSE, WORK PLAN, & MEMBERSHIP COMMISSION DUTIES/PURPOSE: Resolution No. 16-043: The Library Commission shall serve as a senior advisory and liaison body. Its basic responsibilities shall include the following: 1. Provide counsel and recommendations on Library policies, budgets, plans and procedures to the Saratoga City Council, the City staff, and the Santa Clara County Library staff and Saratoga Library Supervisor. 2. Identify and bring to the attention of the Ci ty Council , the City staff, and the Santa Clara County Library staff (as appropriate) present and prospective issues and questions relating to Library operation. 3. Participate, along with other appropriate governmental units, in explaining and interpreting matters pertaining to Library operation to Library users, Library support groups, and the general public. 4. Perform such other activities as may be directed by the Saratoga City Council. In carrying out its basic responsibilities, the Library Commission shall perform the following duties: 1. Hold formal meetings as required (see preceding Section on "Administration”). 2. Maintain communications with the City Council, the City staff, the Santa Clara County Library staff, and the Saratoga Library Supervisor on matters that have a significant impact on the Library's budget and operation. 3. Outreach to different community groups to inform them of library services and to receive suggestions on improving Library operation. 4. Maintain within the Commission a continuity of knowledge of the Library, its operation and its problems. 5. Keep generally informed on technical developments that could have a bearing on the Library's operation. 6. Participate in the general planning of the library's operation and in the planning of events related to the Library. 7. Work with "Friends of the Saratoga Libraries" and other support groups as may be desirable in the planning of their activities. 8. Promote optimal utilization of the library space, and encourage service mindedness on the part of all having to do with providing Library service to the public. 9. Engage the Saratoga Library Youth Advisory group in matters concerning use of the Library and programs. 2018 LIBRARY COMMISSION WORK PLAN KEY POINTS OF WORK PLAN 1. Support library events and programs 2. Promote library events and programs; engage in information sharing with library and public 3. Identify continuing opportunities to partner with West Valley College 4. Help increase the number of residents with library cards TOPICS IN DETAIL  Support Library Events and Programs I. Attend library events as Commissioners and/or participants (eg, Silicon Valley Reads programs, trivia events, etc.) II. Volunteer to assist library staff at library events (for example, Junior Achievement) III. Volunteer at outreach programs (eg, Saturday Farmers Market, Movie Nights, Blossom Festival) to increase number of card holders to 85% of Saratoga and Monte Sereno residents  Promote library events and programs; engage in Information sharing with the library and the public I. Brainstorm with Diane Roche (County marketing person) on ways to promote Library events and programs II. Spread awareness via our networks of library events and offerings and encourage attendance (for example, post in Nextdoor Saratoga, post on Facebook page, tell our Book Clubs, etc.) III. Update Saratoga News of upcoming library events IV. Write an article for Saratoga Source (monthly e-newsletter) or Saratoga Newspaper to feature library program(s) V. Provide recommendations to library staff at Commission meetings. This would include ideas for programs that our community is interested in (eg, 3D printing); new trends, and upcoming community events where outreach might occur VI. Attend annual Friends and Commissioner forum VII. Visit other County Library Commission and JPA meetings  Identify continuing opportunities to partner with West Valley College I. Work on 2018 – 2019 Coral Reef Crochet Project (schedule viewing of Chasing Coral at Library, encourage crochet circles, attend seminars, help with displays), with West Valley College taking the lead on this effort  Help increase the number of residents with library cards I. Volunteer at outreach programs II. Target Monte Sereno residents CURRENT MEMBERSHIP Name Term End City Email Christina Meiser 9/30/2022 cmeiser@saratoga.ca.us Flora Hoffman, Vice Chair 9/30/2019 fhoffman@saratoga.ca.us Eric Lewis 9/30/2020 elewis@saratoga.ca.us Steven White, Monte Sereno Representative 9/30/2021 swhite@saratoga.ca.us Robert Gulino 9/30/2021 rgulino@saratoga.ca.us Saratoga Library Commission Minutes - Page 1 of 3 MINUTES SARATOGA LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 28, 2018 CALL TO ORDER Chair Karen Burley called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. at Saratoga Library at 13650 Saratoga Avenue. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Karen Burley, Vice Chair Flora Hoffman, Commissioner Robert Gulino, Anandi Krishnamurthy, and Steven White Absent: None Also Present: Nancy Howe, Michael Eitner, Alice Patrick, Gideon Srinivasan, Crystal Bothelio ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS None APPROVAL OF MINUTES GULINO/KRISHNAMURTHY MOVED TO APPROVE THE DRAFT MINUTES FOR THE JUNE 26, 2018 MEETING. MOTION PASSED. AYES: BURLEY, GULINO, HOFFMAN, KRISHNAMURTHY. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: WHITE. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Commissioner-Led Events: Junior Achievement Summary: The Library Commission work plan includes providing support for Library events and program. The Library Commission has been working to support the Library through coordination of events, such as Junior Achievement. Chair Burley provide a recap of the Junior Achievement Program. Overall, it was a success and a total of 15 students attended all sessions and completed the program. 2. Community Outreach at Movie Nights and Farmers Market Summary: Discuss Library Commission outreach activity at the Movie Night events and Farmers Market. The Commission discussed attendance at the Saratoga Movie Night events and the Farmers Market. Saratoga Community Librarian Michael Eitner shared plans to attend the farmers market that is relocating to Prince of Peace on Wednesdays. He agreed to send fall dates to the Library Commission. 3. West Valley College Collaboration Saratoga Library Commission Minutes - Page 2 of 3 Summary: One of the Library Commission’s work plan items includes identifying opportunities to partner with West Valley College, including the 2019 Coral Reef Crochet Project. Chair Burley shared a status update on the Coral Reef Crochet Project. Community Librarian Michael Eitner shared that the Library will be holding a kickoff on October 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to introduce the program and will host monthly crochet sessions in the evening through September 2019. Supplies will be provided to attendees who don’t have their own. Additionally, the Library will hold a yarn drive. Commissioner Gulino recommended reaching out to the Monterey Bay Aquarium to see if there is any interest in partnering with Saratoga Library and West Valley College. 4. Monte Sereno Outreach and Engagement Summary: Discuss efforts to reach out and engage residents of Monte Sereno. Community Librarian Michael Eitner shared that Saratoga Library staff will be attending the Monte Sereno community barbeque and would likely take the new Gogobiblio vehicle. The Library is also exploring opportunities to place a remote library in Monte Sereno. 5. Community News & Trends Summary: Share news and trends within the community. Commissioner Gulino shared information about an article he read about the growing interest in board games and other in-person games, like Magic. He suggested a game night at the library. Santa Clara County Librarian Nancy Howe shared that some libraries have opted to purchase and loan out board games. Community Librarian Michael Eitner added that the Library held a series of mahjong classes that resulted in group that regularly comes to the Library on Monday nights to play together. Commissioner Gulino suggested that Cash Flow would be a good game for the Library to purchase and make available to the public. Saratoga Library Commission Minutes - Page 3 of 3 REPORTS 1. Nancy Howe, Santa Clara County Librarian County Librarian Nancy Howe provided updates on story time with the First 5 Team, upcoming Adobe Creative Suite classes, SimplyE for eBooks, a recent Forbes article about libraries, the summer reading program, and a ballot measure in Campbell to update the police station and library. 2. Michael Eitner, Saratoga Community Librarian Community Librarian Michael Eitner shared information about a collaborative art project with Montalvo Arts Center, the summer reading program participation, Gogobiblio, and thanked Chair Burley and Commissioner Krishnamurthy for their service. 3. Alice Patrick, Friends of the Saratoga Libraries Friends of the Saratoga Libraries President Alice Patrick shared information about the Board appointments in June and changes to the Friends website. 4. Saratoga Library Teen Advisory Board Teen Advisory Board Co-President Gideon Srinivasan introduced himself and announced upcoming Teen Advisory Board activities. 5. Karen Burley, Library Commission Chair Chair Burley commented on her term on the Library Commission. The Library Commissioners thanked her for her services. 6. Crystal Bothelio, Saratoga Deputy City Manager Deputy City Manager Crystal Bothelio shared information about Bollywood, the Sueprhero Dance, RYDE volunteers, and the Commission Recognition Dinner. SUMMARIZE ACTION ITEMS None AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING – OCTOBER 23, 2018 None ADJOURNMENT Chair Burley adjourned the meeting at 7:39 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted: Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager City of Saratoga CITY OF SARATOGA Memorandum To: Library Commission From: Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager Date: October 23, 2018 Subject: Review of 2018 Work Plan, Consider 2019 Work Plan Every year, the City Council considers and authorizes Commission work plans. Typically, the Commission also presents progress on existing work plan items. The Council review of work plans typically happens in the beginning of the calendar year. This item has been added to the October meeting agenda to provide the Commission with the opportunity to begin reviewing and identifying progress on the 2018 work plan, as well as identifying recommended changes to the 2019 work plan. The 2018 Library Commission work plan is attached. 2018 LIBRARY COMMISSION WORK PLAN KEY POINTS OF WORK PLAN 1. Support library events and programs 2. Promote library events and programs; engage in information sharing with library and public 3. Identify continuing opportunities to partner with West Valley College 4. Help increase the number of residents with library cards TOPICS IN DETAIL  Support Library Events and Programs I. Attend library events as Commissioners and/or participants (eg, Silicon Valley Reads programs, trivia events, etc.) II. Volunteer to assist library staff at library events (for example, Junior Achievement) III. Volunteer at outreach programs (eg, Saturday Farmers Market, Movie Nights, Blossom Festival) to increase number of card holders to 85% of Saratoga and Monte Sereno residents  Promote library events and programs; engage in Information sharing with the library and the public I. Brainstorm with Diane Roche (County marketing person) on ways to promote Library events and programs II. Spread awareness via our networks of library events and offerings and encourage attendance (for example, post in Nextdoor Saratoga, post on Facebook page, tell our Book Clubs, etc.) III. Update Saratoga News of upcoming library events IV. Write an article for Saratoga Source (monthly e-newsletter) or Saratoga Newspaper to feature library program(s) V. Provide recommendations to library staff at Commission meetings. This would include ideas for programs that our community is interested in (eg, 3D printing); new trends, and upcoming community events where outreach might occur VI. Attend annual Friends and Commissioner forum VII. Visit other County Library Commission and JPA meetings  Identify continuing opportunities to partner with West Valley College I. Work on 2018 – 2019 Coral Reef Crochet Project (schedule viewing of Chasing Coral at Library, encourage crochet circles, attend seminars, help with displays), with West Valley College taking the lead on this effort  Help increase the number of residents with library cards I. Volunteer at outreach programs II. Target Monte Sereno residents Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga September 2018 Commission Report Nancy Howe, County Librarian Summer Success Stories With a lofty goal of registering over 25,000 readers and reading 100,000 books as a community, SCCLD far exceeded expectations. There were 32,132 children, teens and adults who participated in Reading Takes you Everywhere. Not only did we achieve more than a 30% increase over 2017 in the number of participants, we also saw a huge jump in those completing the reading challenge from 8% to 30%. Our focus on preventing “Summer Slide” has achieved real results. What was equally exciting, as a community we read almost 179,000 books! In June/July, children’s circulation of books increased by 7% and adult and teens by 5% year over year! We also saw an increase of 47% in adult/teen audiobooks and a 71% increase in children’s audiobooks. It was a system-wide success with increased registration and engaging programs for all ages. W e are so proud of our staff for driving the program and our community for accepting our challenge, reading over 179,000 books this summer! SCCLD was busy not only feeding our community’s mind, but also feeding hungry children through Lunch at the Library. Only 1 in 6 children who receive a free or subsidized lunch during the school year has access to this meal during the summer months. Lunch at the Library provides a healthy meal along with fun, educational activities for children and their caregivers. Our program was a big success with committed staff, volunteers and very happy families who benefitted. In our second year, we were able to serve hot lunches at Morgan Hill, Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga feed 250% more children through the Bookmobile working with Gwinn Elementary School in San Martin, and Gilroy’s Lunch at the Library was top notch with teen volunteers providing assistance, energy and a positive role model for the younger kids. A very special thank you to the Santa Clara County Library District Foundation for funding the teen volunteers. In addition, through our partnerships with the YMCA and Second Harvest, we were also able to not only feed the kids, but provide much needed food to their accompanying parents and guardians. Finally, through our new summer reading partnership with the SF 49ers, those kids who enjoyed Lunch at the Library were treated to a special visit by Sourdough Sam from the 49ers. We served 5,388 meals this summer as opposed to 4,039 last year. This is just another example of how SCCLD is changing lives and helping to build a stronger community. Everbright Lights Up Milpitas Library SCCLD has installed an Everbright wall display at the Milpitas Library. The high tech, interactive light wall is both educational and entertaining, inviting families to create images by adjusting each dial to whatever color they choose. With 476 dials on the 4 foot by 7.83-foot panel, the number of designs that can be created is unlimited. This new community interactive wall allows our patrons to create designs in every color of the rainbow- plus every hue in-between. Everbright promotes fun, learning and imagination, Photo blurred to provide privacy Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga allowing our patrons to discover their creative side. It is also an excellent educat ional tool for young children taking their first steps, involving touching and manipulating objects with hands, seeing changes of color, and beginning to form patterns. The connection between the hand, eyes and the brain is critical to early literacy. Everbright creates its bright light displays with multiple RGB LED pixels that can rotate endlessly in either direction, changing color and hue as the dials rotate. It is easy to use by all ages. SCCLD’s Everbright will be on display for 6-8 weeks at Milpitas Library before rotating to another one of our libraries. The Everbright was designed by Dr. Alan Rorie of Oakland-based Hero Designs. Previously, Dr. Rorie was a neuroscience researcher at Stanford University and a postdoctoral fellow at The Exploratorium Teacher Institute. He used these experiences to design the Everbright to be engaging and educational incorporating STEAM attributes. Bringing Consumer Health to the Library SCCLD is encouraging the local community to sign up and meet with a public health registered dietitian nutritionist this September. Living in the Silicon Valley can be tough, rewarding, interesting, challenging but above all—busy. We live busy lives and with so many fad diets and conflicting reports on various types of food, SCCLD is taking some of the mystery away by offering one on one appointments with a registered dietician nutritionist. Each of our community libraries are offering six personalized 20-minute appointments with the dietician to help our patrons identify a healthy, individualized meal plan. The nutritionist will offer advice and knowledge about eating habits, nutrition, meal plans, and will be open to all other questions brought forward. Family Concert Series—Jose-Luis Orozco Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) with a bilingual celebration of music! Join us as educator and longtime children’s author Jose -Luis Orozco brings his love of Latin American culture to our libraries through his music and stories. Come sing, dance, and maybe learn a few new words in a second language. The concerts are for all ages.  Gilroy Library- Saturday, September 15, 11am-11:45am, Community Room  Los Altos Library- Saturday, September 15, 3pm-4pm, Community Room  Cupertino Library- Monday, September 17, 10:15am -11am, Community Room  Milpitas Library- Monday, September 17, 7pm-8pm, Auditorium  Saratoga Library- Tuesday, September 18, 10:30am -11am, Community Room  Campbell Library- Wednesday, September 19, 10:30am-11am, Community Room  Morgan Hill Library- Wednesday, September 19, 3:30pm -4:15pm, Program Room Campbell City Council Approves Bond Measure for November Ballot Measure O was placed on the November ballot by the Campbell City Council. If the measure is approved by 2/3 vote, the City would be authorized to issue up to $50M in general obligation bonds to be spent on improvements to the police and library facilities, including:  A new, accessible police operations building that would remain operational during a disaster, would utilize up-to-date crime fighting technology, and be able to adapt to future needs;  An energy-efficient library that meets earthquake and fire codes, with space for collaboration, senior reading, after-school homework programs, children’s story times and children’s collection, summer reading programs, and public access computer an d computer lab, ensuring ADA accessibility throughout the library for senior and disabled residents. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Library Trends: This month, in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, Welcoming Week and celebrating what makes Silicon Valley so rich in culture and diversity, we are providing an important local resource with the latest snapshot of the Silicon Valley. The Silicon Valley Indicators website is a project of the Silicon Valley Institute for Regional Studies, housed within Joint Venture Silicon Valley providing valuable local statistical information. Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-Oct 15) and Welcoming Week (Sep 14-23) are important events occurring in September. Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions made and the important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States as we celebrate their heritage and culture. SCCLD has planned a host of various programs for all ages ranging from family concerts, documentaries, crafts and more. Welcoming Week is an annual series of events for communities to bring together immigrants, refugees, and native-born residents in an effort to raise awareness of the benefits of welcoming everyone. SCCLD will be hosting free and confidential appointments for patrons to meet with accredited lawyers and professionals to provide guidance around various immigration issues. SILICON VALLEY INDICATORS Presented by the Silicon Valley Institute for Regional Studies SKIP TO CONTENT Snapshot of the Region Silicon Valley Population Clock 3,106,443 As of Fri Aug 31 2018 11:32:11 GMT-0700 (Pacific Daylight Time) Components of Population Change Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga One birth every 17 minutes One death every 35 minutes Gain one international immigrant every 24 minutes Lose one domestic migrant every 24 hours Net gain of one person every 26 minutes (or 56 people per day) Based on California Department of Finance January 2017 population data for Fremont, Newark, Union City, and Scotts Valley, an d July 2017 population data for Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Estimated using the most recent growth rates available. Estimates for births, deaths, and migration are based on July data for San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties only. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga *Oceania includes American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna. Note: Area, Population, Jobs, and Average Annual Earnings figures are based on the city - defined Silicon Valley region; whereas Net Foreign Immigration and Domestic Migration, Adult Educational Attainment, Age Distribution, Ethnic Composition, and Foreign Born figures are based on Santa Clara and San Mateo County data only. Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga October 2018 Commission Report Nancy Howe, County Librarian News Literacy at the Library With so many news sources currently available, how can you be sure what you are reading is credible and accurate? In celebration of Information Literacy Awareness Month in October, SCCLD is hosting a talk by former journalist, professor and media researcher Dr. John McManus, on October 13 at the Gilroy Library. He will offer his candid perspective and practical method to separating real from fake or misleading news. Dr. McManus is the author of Don’t Be Fooled: A Citizen’s Guide to News and Information in the Digital Age. McManus’ first book, Market-Driven Journalism: Let the Citizen Beware?, won the Society of Professional Journalists’ Research Award in 1994. His second book, Detecting Bull: How to Identify Bias and Junk Journalism in Print, Broadcast and on the Wild Web, won the same award in 2009 and has been adopted in courses at more than 20 universities. McManus founded and directed GradeTheNews.org while at Stanford University, a website that did for news in the San Francisco Bay Area what Consumer Reports does for toaster ovens — rate the most popular newscasts and newspapers head-to-head. The project ran for seven years with funding from the Knight, Ford and Gerbode foundations. Fake News and News Literacy Special Guest: Dr. John McManus Date: Saturday, Oct 13 from 10:30am-12:00pm Location: Gilroy Library Consumer Health Awareness In a continued effort to provide consumer health programs to our community, SCCLD is offering important information sessions around Medicare in October and November and sessions to help inform the community about diabetes prevention and prediabetes awareness starting in November. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Nearly eight million Californians are over the age of 60, with estimates showing a 40% increase in this population by 2030. SCCLD is partnering with Sourcewise, the local Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP) administrator, to roll out a series of events at our libraries starting in October. A HICAP Medicare enrollment specialist will cover the following topics:  Overview of Medicare  Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): who it is for and what can be done  Moving Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage during the AEP  2019 Medicare Advantage HMO and Medicare Prescription Drug plan offerings  Highlights of other Medicare changes in 2019 These events are intended for both existing Medicare recipients who want to change their plans and newcomers to the program. Participants will receive one -on-one assistance in enrolling or changing their plans. October/November Events: Medicare Q&A with HICAP Saratoga Library: Wednesday, Oct 17 from 10:30am - 12:00pm Los Altos Library: Monday, Nov 5 from 10:00am – 11:30am Cupertino Library: Tuesday, Nov 6 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm (with Mandarin translator) Campbell Library: Wednesday, Nov 7 from 1:30pm – 3:00pm Gilroy Library: Thursday, Nov 15 from 1:30pm – 3:30pm (with Spanish translator) According to a study conducted by the County of Santa Clara Public Health Department, approximately half of adults in Santa Clara County are estimated to have prediabetes, most of them not aware of their risk. In November, SCCLD will offer pre-diabetes workshops run by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or Nutrition Expert/Nutrition Educator (for Gilroy Library classes) for those who are seeking to prevent and/or manage prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga November Events: Prediabetes Awareness Saratoga Library: Friday, Nov 2 from 10:30am - 12:00pm Gilroy Library: Saturday, Nov 3 from 10:00am - 11:30am (English) Tuesday, Nov 6 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm (Spanish) Cupertino Library: Monday, Nov 5 from 11:00am - 12:30pm Campbell Library: Thursday, Nov 8 from 10:00am - 11:30am Milpitas Library: Thursday, Nov 15 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm California Library Association Conference: The 2018 California Library Association conference will be held November 9-11 in Santa Clara. It is a special opportunity to have the conference right in our backyard. For registration details and more information see https://conference.cla-net.org/2018/ All of our library commissioners are invited to a reception on November 9 from 3:30pm – 5:30pm to meet with other library leaders from Silicon Valley. “We Are Stronger Together,” is sponsored by Pacific Library Partnership, Silicon Valley Library System. The guest speakers are Joe Simitian, President, Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors and Joint Powers Authority Board member for SCCLD, and Lisa M. Gillmor, Mayor, City of Santa Clara. The event will take place at the Santa Clara Convention Center, Great Ame rica Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Room 2, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054. Please RSVP by November 5, 2018, https://tinyurl.com/y8ksmt4s Following the reception there will also be two events of interest. The Exhibit Hall will open at 6:30 and admission is free. Browsing the exhibit area is an engaging way to learn about library trends and view the latest products from library vendors. In addition, the California Public Library Advocates will be holding an awards dinner https://www.cpladvocates.org/ Joint Powers Authority Board Meeting: The upcoming JPA meeting is scheduled for October 25 and will include the following agenda items:  Election of 2019 JPA officers  Year-end Service and Financial Reports  Proposal to add staffing and hours Date: Thursday, Oct 25 Time: 1:30pm Location: 1370 Dell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008 Library Trends: Information Literacy Awareness Month In recognition of Information Literacy Awareness Month, we share an opinion piece recently published in the Washington Post and offer recommended reading of “Palaces for the People,” by author and sociologist Eric Klinenberg. “Palaces of the People” describes libraries as “the textbook example of social infrastructure in action.” (Source: Washington Post September 18, 2018) Public libraries also embody the essence of democracy—a place where everyone is welcome and have equal access to resources and services. We are proud to represent SCCLD and thank you for your continued support to offer a reliable, non-biased source of information and a community haven where everyone is welcome. Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga Want to defend democracy? Start with your public library. By Katrina vanden Heuvel Columnist September 18 Benning Neighborhood Library in Washington in 2011. (Astrid Riecken/For The Washington Post) In “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,” the character Ron — channeling his friend Hermione — says to Harry Potter: “When in doubt, go to the library.” In the United States today, there is plenty to doubt. Complex arguments are being whittled down to 280 characters. And of course, the president has made more than 5,000 false or misleading statements in about 600 days. Just last week, he falsely claimed that 3,000 Puerto Ricans “did not die in the two hurricanes.” Lies have become too commonplace in the United States, so the American people need a place where they can go to get the truth. Ron is right. Go to your public library. Public libraries provide information in an era of misinformation. They offer facts and nuance. They offer the opportunity for enlightenment. They offer every visitor the resources they need to find answers. The American Library Association reports that many public libraries are, for instance, “developing programs to help community members spot ‘fake news’ and evaluate information online.” It’s not surprising, then, that in a time such as this, people are turning to their local l ibrary for information. Pew Research Center recently found that 87 percent of millennials say the library “helps them find information that is trustworthy and reliable.” Seventy-four percent of baby boomers say the same. It’s also not surprising that the Trump administration doesn’t seem to like libraries. Earlier this year, the administration moved to cut funding for the Institute of Museum and Library Services. In late August, the Senate, rebuffing the administration, approved a funding increase for the institute. As Sue Halpern, a scholar in residence at Middlebury College, explained in the Nation, the institute has been “crucial for sustaining libraries, especially those in struggling urban neighborhoods and rural areas.” Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga In communities across the country, local libraries are struggling to stay open, and funding for local libraries is on the chopping block. Right now, in Mobile, Ala., a budget proposal is on the table that could lead to shorter hours or fewer programs within the library system there. If passed, the impact of such a cut would be significant. Scott Kinney, the dire ctor of the Mobile Public Library, stated, “We are probably the most widely used city and county resource.” Where communities have come together to defend this valuable resource, in places such as Fort Wayne, Ind., and Columbus, Miss., there has been some success. Boulder, Colo., is currently grappling with proposed budget cuts that would drop the Carnegie Library for Local History’s hours from 25 to four each week. A coalition of local historians and researchers is pushing back, with activists peppering the library commission with emails and protesting at one of their meetings. Now, policymakers and staff in Boulder are working to rearrange the budget to keep the same library hours. “We heard loud and clear from community that Carnegie was too important to cut,” Boulder Mayor Suzanne Jones said. Public libraries are essential for communities. While the powers that be attack the humanities (and sometimes, it seems, humanity itself), libraries provide research materials and books that can foster awareness and understanding. They provide the underserved a chance to be served and a shared space for community members. Teenagers head to the library after school to study. Seniors visit the library to socialize. And millions of Americans who may not have a quality Internet connection at home go to the library to get online. After all, almost every public library in the United States provides access to the Internet. Some libraries even provide career training and job preparation. In his new book “Palaces for the People,” recently reviewed by South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg, sociologist Eric Klinenberg describes libraries as “the textbook example of social infrastructure in action.” They are also a textbook example of democracy in action: Public libraries strive to be places where everyone is welcome and offer resources that everyone can access. They bring people together. That is true in Joplin, Mo. In 2011, a tornado destroyed up to a quarter of Joplin. The local library was spared. Still, when the town rebuilt, it decided to build a new library in a section that was among the worst hit. The new library is about 23,000 square feet larger than the old one and has indoor and outdoor spaces for the community to gather. It’s a symbol of rebirth for Joplin. Its slogan? “At the center of it all.” Public libraries are at the center of our communities and our democracy. At the s ame time, they are, as Klinenberg wrote in an op-ed for the New York Times, “out of sync with the market logic that dominates our world.” That’s a good thing. With so much inequality and balkanization, public libraries are critical within the public sphere and, when fully supported, Serving the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County and the cities of Campbell | Cupertino | Gilroy | Los Altos | Los Altos Hills | Milpitas | Monte Sereno | Morgan Hill | Saratoga represent the best of government at work. They uphold the virtues of equality and community. If your library is under threat, it’s worth defending. View the article online at: https://wapo.st/2xMh3gO 1 SARATOGA LIBRARY REPORT September 2018 Mike Eitner, Community Librarian WECLOME GO GO BIBLIO! The Saratoga Library’s Go Go Biblio – a mini bookmobile – hits the streets of Saratoga and Monte Sereno this month. Funded by the Friends of the Saratoga Libraries, the Go Go Biblio brings the library into the community. Loaded with roughly 300 items, the Go Go Biblio houses materials to check out at its community stops. And for those people without a library card, staff can sign them up for one too! While staff are still developing the schedule, expect to see the Go Go Biblio at large community events, farmers’ markets, schools, and on city streets. The Go Go Biblio is an electric vehicle specially constructed with shelves on both sides for patrons to browse. The Library District had a staff contest to name the vehicle, and Go Go Biblio was the winner. STATISTICS July 2017 July 2018 August 2017 August 2018 Total Circulation 100,119 107,528 95,000 101,936 Adult/Teen Circulation 53,534 56,708 50,864 52,462 Children’s Circulation 46,585 50,820 44,136 49,474 Use of E-Book Collection (OverDrive Vendor) 2,831 3,994 2,545 3,999 Use of Downloadable Audio Books (OverDrive Vendor) 1,261 1,981 1,292 2,095 Total Number of Programs 32 31 59 64 Programs Total Attendance 1,872 1,541 2,627 2,577 Unique WiFi Users 5,438 4,769 6,025 New Library Cards Issued 266 311 273 250 Gate Count: Library Use 35,114 32,584 37,427 34,779 Outreach Events 2 2 4 2 Outreach Total Attendance 193 179 303 243 Volunteer Hours 1,385 1,286 1,468 1,365 OUTREACH In August, Saratoga Library staff attended the Summer Movie Night and West Valley College Farmer’s Market. 2 SPOTLIGHT ON OCTOBER PROGRAMS Children Can You Ear Me?, Tuesday, October 16, 4:00 p.m. Inspired by the images from C.S. Lewis’ Narnia books and the Bruce Munro exhibition at Montalvo Arts Center, join us to craft your very own animal ears! All materials supplied. Third and Fourth Grade Book Club, Wednesday, October 24, 4:00 p.m. Participants should finish reading The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe book (by C.S. Lewis) before October 24. This is a perfect venue for students to improve their literacy and communication skills. Trick or Treat Comics, Saturday, October 27, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wear your costumes to the library and trick-or-treat for comics! Join us for a Halloween craft and don’t forget to pick up your free comics (limit 3 per person while supplies last)! Halloween Craft, Tuesday, October 30, 4:00 p.m. Simple and fun Halloween crafts for pre-K and up. Teen Teen Coffeehouse, Friday, October 19, 6:30 p.m. Teens: do you sing, dance, play an instrument or are you creative in another way? Sign up to perform at Coffeehouse, our open mic night just for teens. Teen performers only, but adoring audiences welcome. Performers sign up here: http:/ / tinyurl.com/performsa ACT/SAT Practice Test, Saturday, October 20, 1:00 p.m. Get experience with either the ACT or the SAT — without the pressure! Space is limited! Sign up at www.sccl.org after October 1st. Please bring a pencil and calculator. The results seminar is Tuesday, October 30 at 7p.m. Adults Amazon Jungle Treasures, Friday, October 5, 10:30 a.m. Joan Sparks joined National Geographic photographers in a remote area of the Amazon to photograph any wildlife that crossed her path. The Big Picture of Photography, Saturday, October 6, 3:00 p.m. Learn the "how" behind the "wow" of photography. Professional Bob Ray share his thought process behind the images from his Asian odyssey. He will also discuss tips for making the most of iPhone photos. The Chinese Exclusion Act, Sunday, October 7, 1:00 p.m. Watch the documentary The Chinese Exclusion Act and participate in a discussion with Professor Bill Ong Hing and Sarita Kohli. 3 Medicare: Getting Started and Changes for 2019, Wednesday, October 17, 10:30 a.m. Learn how to enroll in Medicare and about upcoming changes to the program. Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program counselors will answer questions and help participants enroll. The Secrets of Improvising Our Lives: Thinking on Your Feet, Monday, October 22, 6:00 p.m. Join Patricia Ryan Madson, Stanford University Emerita and author of Improv Wisdom: Don’t Prepare, Just Show Up for two hours of fun, games, and conversation. Most of life is improvised and learning how to deal with the unexpected can help you develop a flexible mind, capacity to try new things, and the ability to roll with the punches. Improv is not about comedy, it’s an easy system with rules and guidelines that encourage us to be positive, helpful, playful, resourceful, and brave! In this workshop you will develop trust in your own ability to step up to a challenge. No experience necessary. If the idea of improvising scares you, congratulations, you are normal. For additional details about events, click on “Events” at www.sccl.org. 4 5 RECENT PROGRAMS Juggler Jeremy Shafer Coventry and Kaluza Thank you Friends of the Saratoga Libraries for generously funding library programs and events! 1 SARATOGA LIBRARY REPORT October 2018 Mike Eitner, Community Librarian CROCHET CORAL REEF In October, the Saratoga Library begins a year-long partnership with West Valley College to assist in the creation of a crochet coral reef. Conceived by the Institute for Figuring, the crochet coral reef seeks to engage the public about the precarious nature of coral reefs around the world by putting communities at the core of the project. The Saratoga Library and West Valley College will provide monthly sessions for the community to gather and contribute to the project. The kick-off is Tuesday, October 16 at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room. Supplies will be provided, but patrons may bring yarn to donate. Instructors will be present to teach those who are new to crochet. All ages are welcome! The remaining two-hour sessions will also start at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening. The dates are November 13, December 18, January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 17, and September 17. West Valley College will display the finished project on campus in Fall 2019. STATISTICS August 2017 August 2018 September 2017 September 2018 Total Circulation 95,000 101,936 91,426 96,796 Adult/Teen Circulation 50,864 52,462 47,482 49,568 Children’s Circulation 44,136 49,474 43,944 47,713 Use of E-Book Collection (OverDrive Vendor) 2,545 3,999 2,255 3,919 Use of Downloadable Audio Books (OverDrive Vendor) 1,292 2,095 1,273 2,226 Total Number of Programs 59 64 78 80 Programs Total Attendance 2,627 2,577 2,608 2,862 Unique WiFi Users 4,769 6,025 4,997 5,699 New Library Cards Issued 273 250 529 1,063 Gate Count: Library Use 37,427 34,779 37,286 34,844 Outreach Events 4 2 1 2 Outreach Total Attendance 303 243 90 97 Volunteer Hours 1,468 1,365 1,434 1,280 2 OUTREACH In September, Saratoga Library staff attended the Monte Sereno Picnic and West Valley College Farmer’s Market. SPOTLIGHT ON NOVEMBER PROGRAMS Children Diwali Tales, Thursday, November 1, 4:00 p.m. Fun Diwali tales for the whole family! STEM: Sline, Wednesday, November 14, 4:00 p.m. Third to sixth graders will learn about the chemistry and physics of slime. Dot & Dash, Tuesday, November 20, 7:00 p.m. Spark creativity and be inspired to have fun with our Dot & Dash robotics! With Dot & Dash, learn to code at any skill level! Because we have limited space, online registration required. This program is for children in Grades 3-6. Teen Teen Crafternoon, Friday, November 2, 3:30 p.m. Hey Teens! Join us for a fun afternoon creating seasonal crafts. CoderDojo Coding Club, Sunday, November 18, 1:30 p.m. CoderDojo Silicon Valley @ Saratoga Library is part of the CoderDojo global collaboration providing free and open learning environments to students. Events are open to students from 11 - 17 years of age. Bring your own laptop or borrow one from the library. Seating is limited, so please register. No walk-ins. Adults Healthy Eating, Friday, November 2, 10:30 a.m. Did you know that about 50% of adults in Santa Clara County are estimated to have prediabetes? Most people with prediabetes don’t know they have it. The good news is that there are steps you can take to improve your health and reduce your risk of developing diabetes. Come to this fun, interactive program with a Public Health Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN) to learn how to stay at a healthy weight, develop healthy eating habits, and be more active. Italy’s Lakes and Mountains, Friday, November 9, 10:30 a.m. John Trudeau presents photos and travel stories from Northeast Italy. See Lakes Como, Garda, Iseo and Ledro from scenic lakeside trails or boat. Travel the Great Dolomite Highway to view spectacular rock formations and unusual flowers. For additional details about events, click on “Events” at www.sccl.org. 3 4 RECENT PROGRAMS Pirate Day! Ceramics Thank you Friends of the Saratoga Libraries for generously funding library programs and events! FSL President's Report for Library Commission October 2018  For the month of September, we displayed the Saratoga Authors Hall of Fame, showing books written by Saratoga residents, past and present.  We are preparing for the National Friends of Libraries Week October 21-27.  We are featuring some of our most dedicated volunteers in the monthly Frien ds newsletter. CITY OF SARATOGA Memorandum To: Library Commission From: Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager Date: October 23, 2018 Subject: Commission Report Commission Recognition Dinner Don’t forget! The Commission Recognition Dinner on Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Saratoga Foothill Club. 2020 by 2020 Tree Planting Challenge Want to help the City of Saratoga reach its goal of planting 2,020 trees b y the year 2020? Through the City’s partnership with Our City Forest, residents can have up to 2 trees planted in their front yard by community volunteers. The cost of the trees is shared between the City and the resident. You can also volunteer to help plant trees at the next community tree planting event! Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/2020by2020 to learn more about the 2020 by 2020 Challenge, apply to receive a discounted tree, sign up to volunteer, or report trees that you have planted on your own. Saratogan Now Available! The City of Saratoga’s annual newsletter, The Saratogan, is available now! This publication provides information about the Fiscal Year 2018/19 budget, property tax distribution, major capital improvements, City initiatives, and the work of your local government. You can read the 2018/19 Saratogan at www.saratoga.ca.us/saratogan The City also distributes a monthly newsletter and quarterly Neighborhood Watch newsletter. 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