HomeMy WebLinkAbout01.24.2022 LBOT MINUTES APPROVED BY LBOT 02/28/2022
MINUTES - FINAL
City of Orange
Orange Public Library Board of Trustees ,
January 24, 2022
1. OPENING/CALL TO ORDER
Chair Martinez called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m.
1.1 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Chair Martinez.
1.2 ROLL CALL
Present: Martinez, Huber, Calvert, and Valencia
Absent: None
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of ineeting minutes of the Orange Public Library Board of Trustees for the
November 15, 2021, Regular Meeting.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Huber, seconded by Trustee Calvert, that the
Minutes be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aves: Martinez, Huber, Calvert, and Valencia
Noes: None
Absent: None
4. STAFF PRESENTATION - LOCAL HISTORY
Local History Archivists Aida Cuevas and Charla DelaCuadra provided an update on
the Local History Center and what they are working on for the Library. They have
received several new acquisitions and are attending community meetings to introduce
themselves. They have several projects planned for the future and will continue to
revamp and refresh the Local History Center, its webpage and programming.
5. EL MODENA BRANCH UPDATES
Adult & Branch Services Manager Keisha Loidolt gave an update on EI Modena
Branch Library. Starting 1/3/2022 the Branches extended their hours to Monday
through Saturday 10:00 am. to 6:00 p.m. EI Modena continues to provide Homework
assistance, computer stations, a study room, and Storytime.
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6. FRIENDS OF THE ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY REPORT
Friends President Kathleen Stevens discussed updates to their Board, the bookstore,
donations, upcoming events, and book sale profits.
7. ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION REPORT
Foundation Executive Director Lynn-Marie Frediani discussed Board updates,
upcoming fundraising events and programs. The Board is meeting this evening to vote
on canceling or postponing the Gala (due to COVID).
8. LIBRARY DIRECTOR'S REPORT
8.1 Updates
Director Curtis reported on current events at the Library, including programs, funding
and donations, personnel updates, and branch updates. The City launched their new
website last week. Materials auto-renewal started on 1/3/2022, along with new hours
for all Iocations.The Branches are now open in the morning. Inventory at Main will be
commencing (EI Modena and Taft have been completed).
8.2 Financial Report
Financial Report-July 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021.
This LBOT Financial Report was Received and filed.
9. BOARD REPORTS
9.1 Reports from Chair
OUSD is not available to meet due to COVID. Once they lift restrictions, Chair Martinez
will schedule a meeting.
9.2 Reports from Trustees
Vice Chair Huber wants to help bring back Elementary Tours to the Library.
Trustee Valencia inquired about getting updated magnets with Library info.
The Board expressed interest in assisting with inventory at Main.
10. OLD BUSINESS
None.
10.1 Gala Auction Item
Due to the Fou�dation Board rneeting tonight to vote on cancelling/postponing the
Gala, this item wiBl be tabled.
11. NEW BUSINESS
�ione.
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12. ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 5:07 p.m. The next Regular meeting is scheduled for Monday,
February 28, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. at the Taft Branch Library, Salter Annex Room.
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DAVE CURTIS, LIBRARY SERVICES DIRECTOR
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