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LibraryBoard | 2005-09-14 | 3 | Acting Library Director Chisaki explained that since the agenda item stated that a "discussion" would take place rather than a "recommendation", a vote of support for the Materials Security and Inventory System could not be taken. Ms. Chisaki stated that Library Board members may state support of the idea, but that it could not be a formal recommendation. The Library Board agreed to support the recommendation made by the Acting Library Director. Board member Butter stated that she felt that the Board should be part of future actions taken by the Library. B. Alameda Free Library Foundation (R. Belikove) Board member Belikove reported that the Library Foundation did not meet in August. Ms. Belikove stated that there were Board vacancies due to term limits. C. Friends of the Alameda Free Library (M. Skeen) The Friends of the Alameda Free Library did not meet in August. President Krongold stated that the next book sale is in October and that the Friends were looking for fundraising ideas. D. Library Building Watch (L. Krongold) President Krongold stated that the next newsletter will go out the week of September 19th E. Patron suggestions/comments (Speak-Outs) and Library Director's response. Acting Library Director Chisaki read one input/feedback form regarding; purchasing the audio recording of Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (Public Comment) Mark Perlin from the College of Alameda asked what warranted $300,000 in expenditures for a new security system. Acting Library Director Chisaki explained that all libraries have security systems. This upgrade is needed due to the fact that we can no longer purchase parts/maintenance contracts for our current outdated system. Board member Butter added that this particular system includes inventory capabilities. Mr. Perlin asked about the decrease in material checkouts. Board member Butter explained that the drop represents a comparison between July of 2004 and July of 2005. The significant statistics are better understood when looking at the overall trend that shows a steady increase over an extended period of time. Mark Lambert stated that the BALIS Advisory Committee will meet next week. | LibraryBoard/2005-09-14.pdf |