Minutes

April 25, 2005

Meeting called to order at 8:00 pm by Chairperson, Rosemary Dyer.

Present: Trustees R. Dorer, R. Dyer, L. O’Connor, M. Ross, P. Russo. Trustee D. Crowell was absent. Library Director, M. McCulloch was present.

Secretary Report: Motion by R. Dorer to approve minutes from March 22^nd and 30^th with correction of misspelling of Trustee O’Connor name and other minor typos. Seconded by L. O’Connor.

Vote: 6-0 in favor

Director’s Report: L. O’Connor moved to approve Director’s Report from April 19^th. Seconded by M. Ross.

Vote: 6-0 in favor

Wireless Bug Found & Handled

Director McCulloch reported that wireless vendor was called due to connection interruptions. They found a bug, repaired it and a full test showed the problem was resolved.

Bike Rack Move

Director McCulloch stated the Bike Committee asked that the current bike rack be moved to the other side of the building while a new bike rack replaces the current stand for better placement design. Trustees agreed to have Director explore options.

Health Benefit Inquiry

Director to discuss with Rick Reed the health benefit policy and requirements for employees regarding one specific employee to receive health insurance upon retirement.

New Business:

Trustee Nominations

R. Dorer moved to have R. Dyer as President of Trustees and P. Russo as Secretary. Term is one year.

Seconded by D. Crowell

Vote: 6-0 in favor

Library Corporation Trustees

R. Dyer motioned to have R. Dorer, M. Ross and P. Russo continue as members of Library Corporation. L. O’Connor seconded.

Vote: 6-0 in favor

Jenks Nature Trail

Motion was made to sign the Jenks Nature Trail document relating to the management and upkeep of the historical double row of rock walls in front of the Library. Motion for approval was made by D. Crowell and seconded by R. Dorer.

Vote: 6-0 in favor

Directors Search:

From the five candidates interviewed for director, it was determined to call back two candidates for second interviews.

R. Dorer motioned to approve and M. Ross seconded.

Second interview format was agreed to be in the form of ‘what if’ questions including but not limited to questions on handling of staff, town government process, budgeting and patrons’ services. It was determined that Chair Dyer would moderate these interviews.

Step Raises:

R. Dorer motioned to accept all step raises and M. Ross seconded.

Vote: 6-0 in favor

Due to the lateness of the hour, discussion of candidates was postponed to the next meeting.

Respectfully submitted,

Peter Russo, Secretary