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LibraryBoard | 2011-12-14 | 6 | Page 6 of 7 Minutes of the Alameda Free Library Board Meeting December 14, 2011 This is an on-going project. One pathfinder has been created to promote "Learning Express Library," a database that offers practice tests for a variety of skills / grade levels. The Reference Department is in the process of creating more simple pathfinders for the library databases. Discussions: Reference is providing guides to resources. Follow-up questions/Comments: Board Member Hartigan would like to see the database use promoted or whatever the Board can do to really drive that into a positive direction, it is a really important objective of this category. The other are of concern for him is visitors on the website, but at this point, maybe there is nothing that can be done until it is changed. And at that point, then really advertise and highlight the databases. Vice President Lewis agreed. President Atkin stated she likes Board Member Hartigan's idea, the branches, like a new restaurant, when you reopen it, you really have to reengage and be happy that you went back there, you have to consciously build it back up. Board Member Wetzork indicated the information has to be easily accessible, not everyone is computer literate. President Atkin expressed appreciation of the information and of the format it was presented, seconded by Board Member Whyte. NEW BUSINESS A. Alameda Free Library Foundation (J. Chisaki) Director Chisaki reported the Foundation is working really hard to sell out the concert and are confident. Raintree Studio is taking photos for them. B. Friends of the Alameda Free Library (K. Minney) Director Chisaki reported the Friends are desperately looking for recipes for; if they do not receive 100 the project will fail. C. Patron Suggestions/Comments (Speak-Outs) and Library Director's Response. None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS. NON-AGENDA (Public Comment) There were no members of the public present. LIBRARY BOARD COMMUNICATIONS President Atkin attended the Amanda King concert; reported she is over the top with an amazing voice. Vice President Lewis shared a photo of the Library Board Members at the Energy Kiosk dedication on October 6, 2011, Alameda Municipal Power included in their November power bill. DIRECTOR'S COMMENTS Request consideration to discontinue the $5.00 ILL fee and restore service and goodwill to the Alameda Free Library customers. Also the Art Committee will not be submitting a policy for consideration, if one is needed, I will craft one. | LibraryBoard/2011-12-14.pdf |