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Elk River Public Library Board Page 5 May 22,2018 • In addition to her report, Brandi noted: • We were represented at the National Library Legislation. The leadership team has been working with different groups in St. Cloud about Electrolux closing. One of the things that company did was use local resources so the closing will not only be affecting their workers but others. They are exploring ways the library can help with job support. • The new catalog enterprise is up. Soft launch is this week. There are some bugs in the system. The new system will ask if the old lists wants to be transferred to the new list unless a discontinued item is on the old list. Mary E. asked if she needs to enter everything new. Brandi said that the first time yes. Willie asked when the bug will be fixed-Brandi said IT is working on it. Hopefully it will be fixed by the end of the week. 5.8 Library Services Coordinator Report In addition to her report, Robbie noted: • Ivan Sands High School canceled their scheduled visit. Robbie asked Willie to discuss ideas/provide advice to help make this contact more successful. • • Mark Moran was successful and so was painting. Funding was with legacy money. • Brain games for adults didn't have any attendees. Robbie is exploring turning this into an outreach program. She is meeting with Guardian Angels in June. • She presented to the City Council on April 16th and they were happy with Robbie's presentation. Nate agreed that Robbie did a great job. Mick asked if Robbie could share similar statistics at future meetings. • Brandi brought up republishing the summer hours. Nate asked if the schools could notify people. There was a brief discussion on how to notify people i.e. social media. • Nate asked about the new library card design. It is for the whole region. 5 adult and teen finalists were chosen and the staff will vote on the winner. The new library card design will come out in September. Prize winners will be notified in June and July. • Robbie brought up that there are 4 open positions at the Elk River library right now. Nate questioned if we are able to hire 14 year olds. He said he knew that Culvers had younger employees. The library said that they looked more into this as an option and what the restrictions may be regarding younger workers. • June 11th the reading program "Reading Takes You Everywhere" starts at Elk River Fest with bingo prizes. There is also a passport challenge for Elk River patrons where they can complete 10 tasks and earn a prize, • including 3 things to do out in the Elk River community. PONENEa BY NATURE