10/08/1979 - Minutes a
TIGARD
LIBRARY
PUBLICPhone 639-9511
12568 SW Main•Tigard, Or. 97223 MINUTES Tigard Library Board October 8, 1979
Call to Order The regular meeting of the Tigard Library Board was called
and Roll Call: to order at 7:30 PM, October 8, 1979, by Chairman Betsy Chick.
Absent: George Vaternick. Guests: Madalyn Utz, Friends of
the Library; Sue Kristoff, volunteer for public relations.
Reports: Minutes of the August meeting were approved. Copies of the
final VISTA report were distributed to members. Librarian
announced that subsequent to the report's writing a volunteer
coordinator has been found and a Lewis & Clark student has
volunteered to conduct poetry-writing groups and other
activities at the nursing homes.
The Library monthly report was reviewed.
Old Business:
Building Plans Dick Bendixsen reported that he has been unable to contact
Mr. Sorg to discuss long-term use of the building. Madalyn Utz
told the Board that the Friends of the Library are launching
their drive for community support for building a new library.
She was interviewed by the OREGONIAN and will be contacting
local groups to enlist support.
A committee of interested citizens will be formed to direct
the drive.
Door Lock: Jim Sidey reported that he has located a simple alarm system
(under $20) which can be installed on the side doors if book
loss becomes a problem.
Children's Room: Librarian explained to Board that the children's room project
will take a minimum of four days to complete and that it will
be necessary to close October 23-26.
New Business:
Lion's Club Librarian told the Board about the local Lion's Club coming
in to enlarge the staff storage area and install shelves.
They have also promised to return for the children's room
move .23-26 October. -
Winter staffing: Librarian announced that the full-time winter staff consists
of 4. 3/4 full-time employees and one CETA youth (12 hours per
week) . A second CETA adult is also being requested for desk
duty.
National Library Librarian presented information on a National Library Bill
Bill: (study bill) introduced into Congress recently.
State Aid Grant Librarian reported the submission of a request to the State for
a $3000 mini grant to purchase books and cassettes for the
senior outreach program.
Election of Dick Bendixsen nominated Betsy Chick to serve a second term as
Chairman Chairman. Jim Sidey seconded. Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned 8:35 PM.
R`�ctfully submitted,
Irene Ertel
Approved:
Approved as corrected: