McLean County Times

Golden Prairie Public Library District Board of Trustees met Jan. 15.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

I. Call to Order

President Anderson called the regular meeting to order at 5:00 pm.

II. Roll Call

Trustees Present: Ruth Novosad, Stephen Peterson, Jim Russell, Patti Salch, Kathy Vroman, Stephanie Walden, Ary Anderson

Others Present: Nan Goerlitz, Jeanne Hamilton, Kathy Jeakins

Absent: none

III. Introductions

There were no introductions.

IV. Public Comments

There were no public comments.

V. President’s Report

There was no report.

VI. Approval of Minutes

A. December 18, 2024 Regular Meeting

The minutes were approved as presented.

VII. Staff Reports

A. Director’s Report: Jeanne has continued conducting tours for groups, and everyone is very excited about the space. She mentioned that she found out the representatives did not attend the ILA Legislative Breakfast due to the protests happening at the Marriott where the event was held.

Jeanne shared that the Assistant Director position was posted, and those applications are due to the library next week.

Jeanne shared that her meeting with Rivian went very well. Her contact was enthusiastic about the library, and she will be following up soon.

B. Outreach Report: Colleen shared that the biggest change in outreach is the recent retirement of Michelle, who drove a lot of the outreach initiatives. She is very excited that Caitlin has stepped into that role and is already doing great work. She mentioned that the bookmobile had over 12,000 attendees last calendar year. Work is underway on the next bookmobile schedule, which she will bring next month. No stops were taken away, but one was added at Meadows in the Golden Prairie District.

C. Financial Report: Kathy Jeakins stated that the reports are in the packet. The year-end financial report was published in the paper and the certification of that publication was forwarded to the county.

VIII. Unfinished Business

There was no unfinished business.

IX. New Business

A. Approve Next Steps for 7-Month CD (expiring 1/29/25)

STEPHANIE WALDEN MOVED, AND STEPHEN PETERSON SECONDED TO NOT RENEW THE CD AND DEPOSIT THE FUNDS INTO THE CHECKING ACCOUNT TO MAKE THEM ACCESSIBLE FOR ANY CAPITAL PROJECTS TO WHICH THE BOARD WISHES TO DONATE.

YAYS: Ruth Novosad, Stephen Peterson, Jim Russell, Patti Salch, Kathy Vroman, Stephanie Walden, Ary Anderson

NAYS: None

ABSENT: None

THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

B. Discuss Potential Capital Project Donations: Jeanne presented a wish list of items for consideration.

X. Comments from Board Trustees

Stephanie commented that she’s enjoying using Hoopla and Libby. Jim shared that he will be meeting with Caitlin and Rosie to gather data from 2024. Ruth wondered if there is data on digitally underserved populations. Stephen commented that he will miss the February meeting. Ary reminded everyone to consider possible residents to appoint to the position that will be open on the board after the election.

XI. Reminder

A. Next Board Meeting is February 19, 2025

XII. Adjournment

Ary Anderson adjourned the meeting at 6:15 pm.

https://www.bloomingtonlibrary.org/sites/default/files/content/minutes/02%20January%2015%202025%20Meeting%20Minutes.pdf