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Minutes Elk River Library Board Meeting January 25, 2005 Leslie called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m. Mick Stoffers, Leslie Anderson, Ann Schroeder, Mike Hangaard, Karen Stelk, Allison Olson and John Dietz were in attendance. Arne Engstrom of the Sherburne County Commission was present as a guest. The Board agreed to suspend the agenda to talk to Arne about advocacy issues fIrst. Leslie introduced Arne, who thanked the board members for the service they provided by serving on the library Board. The County has looked into developing its own library system, but found that staying with GRRL was the most cost effective solution. Arne said that no one from GRRL has made a presentation to the County. Sherburne County does, but Sherburne gives more per capita than the other districts. John made the point that even though Sherburne County has less sites, they are large in usage compared to other counties. Mick noted that Elk River Library is the highest circulating library in the system. She said that libraries are important, during these difflcult economic times, for citizens of all economic backgrounds because the services are free. She indicated that GRRL is coming to the county now because state funding has been cut and the system must increase other sources of income. Arne suggested that we bring circulation statistics to our presentation, give a brief history of the upcoming expansion, tell stories of some of the users, etc. He suggested we call their administrative liaison at least one month in advance to get on the County Commission agenda. He said he would not be there in March, so the board chose April to make their presentation. Anne moved and Mike seconded to approve the November secretary's report. Mick presented the fmancials and the approved 2005 budget. John is going to check with the city to fmd out why the library is not using the same cleaning service as they rest of the government offIces. Karen moved and Mike accepted to approve the Treasurer's report. Mike made the Librarian's report. April 21 is the tentative date for the city of Elk River volunteer recognition supper. Both the library reading chairs and the front desk chairs will be coming soon with left over money going towards more library chairs. The Channel 12 library page has been updated with information on the web site and will be further updated in the spring. Monica Miller did the library lobby display on how to access and use the web site. John reported that Leslie has been reappointed to the board. Mick reported that St. Cloud did a survey in their libraries that patrons could complete when they were in. 62% from Elk River want a bigger library. 75% liked the children's programs. Other results indicated a high interest in more books and more computers. Mike suggested these statistics be included in the information for the county commission presentation. In April, the Friends of the Library will have a book sale. The Friends have money set aside for purchasing shelving for the library expansion. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 and the board began an advocacy session.