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April 12, 1995
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Skokie Public Library
held Wednesday, April 12, 1995.
At 7 :35 p.m. Marlene Williams, Clerk of the Village of Skokie, swore in re-elected
Library trustee Zelda R. Rich and newly elected Library trustee Marcy Goodman. Also present
in the Board Room to observe the ceremony was Skokie resident Robert "Red" Leifer.
Ms. Williams and Mr. Leifer left the Board Room after the ceremony.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:40 p.m. by Diana Hunter, President.
Members present: Diana Hunter, President; Zelda Rich, Secretary; Marcy Goodman; John
Graham; and Carolyn A. Anthony, Director.
Susan Schreck Greer arrived at 8:30 p.m.
Members absent: Eva Weiner, Vice President; and Leo Friedman.
Observer present: Barbara A. Kozlowski, Associate Director for Public Services.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 8, 1995
Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Rich, to approve the minutes of
the regular meeting of March 8, 1995 as written, subject to additions and/or corrections.
There being no additions or corrections, the motion to approve the minutes as written was
unanimous and the minutes were placed on file.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
LIST OF BILLS
Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Rich:
MOTION:
THAT THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE GENERAL
OPERATING FUND, RESERVE FUND FOR THE PURCHASE
OF SITES AND BUILDINGS, REPORT ON THE FINE ARTS
ACQUISffiON FUND, LIBRARY NOTE FUND AND THE
YEAR-TO-DATE BUDGETARY STATUS BE ACCEPTED; AND
THAT THE LIST OF BILLS FROM THE GENERAL
OPERATING FUND BE APPROVED FOR PAYMENT,
SUBJECT TO AUDIT.
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The roll call vote for approval of the financial statements and the list of bills was
unanimous.
END OF YEAR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
The Board reviewed the Director's memorandum recommending the transfer of
$100,000. from the General Operating Fund to the Reserve Fund for the Purchase of Sites
and Buildings to cover the cost of demolition of the two houses (5219 and 5237 Oakton) and
for parking lot construction.
The Director also recommended that any remaining balance in the General Operating
Fund at the end of the fiscal year be transferred to the Working Cash Fund to ensure funds
are available to cover regular expenses, requiring a minimum balance of $500,000.
After discussion Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Rich:
MOTION:
1HAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES APPROVE THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS AS
RECOMMENDED BY THE DIRECTOR.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
ADOPTION OF COLA AND SALARY SCALE 1995-96
The Board reviewed the Director's memorandum regarding salary scale comparisons
which indicate our scale is quite comparable to other larger suburban public libraries,
although individual categories differ somewhat among libraries.
From the review Mrs. Anthony said she sees no need for a change in salary structure,
however, the internal salary chart with delineated steps has been problematic. For example,
when a staff member receives a 3% step increase with a performance review in March, a
3.5% COLA at the beginning of the fiscal year, then is promoted in June, s/he would expect
an additional 3% increase. The Library budget can not allow for such generous
compounding of salary increases and, in the coming years, fiscal constraints may render such
adjustments even more difficult.
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Therefore, it is recommended we drop the detailed steps and retain an open range for
each grade level, which will allow greater flexibility in salary adjustment with promotions
and will also allow the Board to be responsive to the fiscal climate in specifying annual
performance-based salary increases.
After discussion Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Goodman:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES APPROVE DROPPING THE CURRENT DETAILED
CLASSIFICATION SALARY SCALE STEPS AND ADOPr 1HE
RANGES AS RECOMrvmNDED BY THE DIRECTOR. (copy
attached)
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
Performance standards are being developed in order to objectively assess relative merit,
leading to differentiated performance-based salary adjustment at some point in the future.
It is the recommendation of the Director there be a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for all staff
for fiscal year 1995-96 and that the performance-based increase remain at 3%.
After discussion Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Rich:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES APPROVE A 3% COST-OF-LIVING ADJUSTivlENT
FOR ALL STAFF EFFECTIVE WITH THE NEW FISCAL YEAR
AND THAT THE PERFORMANCE-BASED INCREASES
REMAIN AT 3%.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
BUDGET 1995-96
The proposed budget reflects a decrease in health insurance rates and the employer's cost of
IMRF, which decreased from 10.49% to 9.63%.
After being funded at a constant level for many years Library Cable Network has an
increase to cover some equipment purchases. The other item added is for FICA and IMRF which
used to be paid by the Village of Arlington Heights, but have been passed on to the Library and
hence to LCN members.
Mrs. Hunter said it is of great concern to her there are no demographics or feedback on
how many people the Library channel reaches. We have no way of knowing what the benefits are
from our investment in LCN.
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Mrs. Anthony agreed that reliable figures on viewership are not available. However, we
do get comments when there are technical problems. The programs are all shoots of in-library
programs and therefore extend the audience which might be only 40 or so in the Library. Most
importantly, by programming we are saving the use of our channel, real estate which may become
even more valuable in providing video information.
Capital expenditures, in addition to the parking lot construction, may include a new steam
boiler and purchase or lease of new monitoring equipment Additional computers, shelving for
audiovisual materials and replacement staff seating are also anticipated
After discussion Mrs. Rich made a motion, seconded by Mr. Graham:
MOTION:
1HAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES APPROVE THE 1995-96 BUDGET AS PRESENTED
BY THE DIRECTOR IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,420,000.
(copy attached)
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
LIBRARY INSURANCE MANAGE:rvIBNT AND RISK CONTROL COI\IBINATION
(LIMRiCC) - 1995 UNEMPLOY:rvmNT COMPENSATION GROUP ACCOUNT (UCGA)
REIMBURSEMENT RATES
The Board reviewed the memorandum from Tammi Zellinger dated March 29, 1995 listing
the rates upon which 1995 payments should be made.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
CIRCULATION REPORT
LIBRARY USE STATISTICS
REPORT(S) FROM DEPART:rvmNT HEAD(S)
CORRESPONDENCE
PERSONNEL
Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Rich:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES PLACE ON FILE THE FOLLOWING
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
1. CIRCULATION REPORT
2. LIBRARY USE STATISTICS
3. REPORT(S) FROM DEPART:rvmNT HEAD(S) (1)
4. CORRESPONDENCE - Letter from Carolyn A. Anthony to
Thomas L. Thompson, Economic Development Coordinator,
Village of Skokie
�SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY OPERATING FUND BUDGET FOR FY 1995-96
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Professional Services
Audit
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Maintenance of Equipment
Maintenance of Buildings & Grounds
Maintenance of Auto Equipment
Insurance (Health, Dental & Life)
Insurance
Utilities
Conference, Membership, Workshops
Postage
Printing and Publicity
Data Processing
Reception & Entenainment
Programming
Photocopier Leasing
ILL and Access Fees
JCPL Operating & Capital
Cable
Books
Periodicals
Nonprint Materials
Microforms
Small Equipment
Library Supplies
Janitorial Supplies
Office Expense and Transportation
Fumirure and Equipment
Advertisement of Vacant Position
Contingency
Employers' FICA and IlvlRF
OPERATING FUND TOTAL
Capital
Debt Services - Repayment
New Debt Services-3 yrs Repayment Plan
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$5,500
$21,000
$14,500
$1,500
$240,000
$27,000
$467,000
$90,000
$77,500
$42,500
$11,000
$48,000
$18,000
$2,500
$17,500
$2,000
$48,600
$425,000
$4,781,500
$350,000
$208,000
$80,500
$5,420,000
Approved
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5. PERSONNEL
Appointment: Laura Hallagan, part-time Circulation Clerk,
Circulation Services Department, effective
March 21, 1995
Promotions: Circulation Services Department- Catherine
Maassen from part-time Circulation Oerk to full-time
Senior Circulation Clerk, effective April 3, 1995; Jonette
Perjons from full-time Page II to full-time Operator for
Main Telephone Console, effective April 3, 1995
Reclassified: Judy Rinkor, full-time Interlibrary Loan Assistant
from S-5 to S-6, effective March 6, 1995
Status Change: Hope Apple, from Substitute to part-time
Reference Librarian, Adult Services Department,
effective April 10, 1995
The motion to approve the Consent Agenda items passed unanimously.
DEMOLITION BIDS
We have not yet received information from the Village regarding demolition bids submitted
to the Village today.
After discussion of the time table for demolition and parking lot construction Mr. Graham
made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Rich:
MOTION:
1HAT 1HE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT A
DEMOLmON BID NOT TO EXCEED $50,000. AND 1HAT IN
THE EVENT BIDS EXCEED THAT AMOUNT A SPECIAL
MEETING OF THE BOARD WILL BE CALLED.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
BID NOTICE FOR PARKING LOT EXPANSION
Advertisements for bids for construction of the parking lot should be in the newspapers
April 13, with a bid opening April 27. The project has involved Village Engineering, Traffic
Engineering, the Purchasing Office and Public Works, all of whom have been helpful and
professional throughout these preparations.
HVAC CONTRACT RENEWAL
The Board reviewed the Custom Maintenance Agreement proposal from Chicago
Centrifugal, Division of North Town Refrigeration Corporation, in the amount $28,080. The
Agreement is effective for one year from May 1, 1995 to May 1, 1996.
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This cost represents an increase of 5% over the present year and is payable in monthly
installments of $2,340.
We have been pleased with the maintenance service that has been provided to the Library's
heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment this past year and Mrs. Anthony recommends
renewing the contract.
After discussion Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Rich:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
DIRECTOR TO RENEW THE CONTRACT OF CHICAGO
CENTRIFUGAL FOR MAINTENANCE SERVICE TO THE
LIBRARY'S HVAC EQUIPI\IBNT FOR ONE YEAR IN THE
AMOUNT OF $28,080.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
FREEDOM TO READ
The Freedom to Read statement was adopted by the Board of Library Trustees in February,
1990, for inclusion in the Library's Collection Development Policy. As we are in the process of
revising the Collection Development Policy, we have found the Freedom to Read statement was
revised January, 1991, by the ALA Council. The revisions eliminated sexist language. (Deleted
words have a line through them and new words appear in bold on the copy attached.)
Mrs. Rich made a motion, seconded by Mr. Graham:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES GIVE THEIR FULL SUPPORT TO THE REVISED
FREEDOM TO READ STATEI\IBNT FOR INCLUSION IN THE
LIBRARY'S COLLECTION DEVELOPI\IBNT POLICY.
The motion passed unanimously.
Susan Schreck Greer arrived at 8:30 p.m.
COMPUTER I VIDEO PROJECTOR
The demonstration which was scheduled for the Board meeting has been postponed.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Usage--Circulation in March was nearly 91,000, down 1% from March, 1994. The
decrease may be attributed to a drop of more than 10% in reciprocal borrowing, a pattern since the
new Evanston Public Library opened last October. Although circulation of books is down slightly
�F. THE FREEDOM TO READ
The freedom to read is essential to our democracy. It is continuously under attack. Private groups
and public authorities in various parts of the country are working to remove books from sale, to
censor textbooks, to label "controversial" books, to distribute lists of "objectionable" books or
authors, and to purge libraries. These actions apparently rise from a view that our national
tradition of free expression is no longer valid; that censorship and suppression are needed to avoid
the subversion of politics and the corruption of morals. We, as citizens devoted to the use of
books and as librarians and publishers responsible for disseminating them, wish to assert the
public interest in the preservation of the freedom to read.
We are deeply concerned about these attempts at suppression. Most such attempts rest on a denial
of the fundamental premise of democracy: that the ordinary citizen, by exercising his critical
judgment, will accept the good and reject the bad. The censors, public and private, assume that
they should determine what is good and what is bad for their fellow-citiz.ens.
We trust Americans to recognize propaganda, and to reject it We do not believe they need the help
of censors to assist them in this task. We do not believe they are prepared to sacrifice their heritage
of a free press in order to be "protected" against what others think may be bad for them. We
believe they still favor free enterprise in ideas and expression.
\Ve are aware, of course, that books are not alone in being subjected to efforts at suppression. We
are aware that these efforts are related to a larger pattern of pressmes being brought against
education, the press, films, radio and television. The problem is not only one of actual censorship.
The shadow of fear cast by these pressures leads, we suspect, to an even larger voluntary
curtailment of expression by those who seek to avoid controversy.
Such pressure toward conformity is perhaps natural to a time of uneasy change and pervading fear.
Especially when so many of our apprehensions are directed against an ideology, the expression of
a dissident idea becomes a thing feared in itself, and we tend to move against it as against a hostile
deed, with suppression.
And yet suppression is never more dangerous than in such a time of social tension. Freedom has
given the United States the elasticity to endure strain. Freedom keeps open the path of novel and
creative solutions, and enables change to come by choice. Every silencing of a heresy, every
enforcement of an onhodoxy, diminishes the toughness and resilience of our society and leaves it
the less able to deal with stress.
Now as always in our history, books are among our greatest instruments of freedom. They are
almost the only means for making generally available ideas or manners of expression that can
initially command only a small audience. They are the natural medium for the new idea and the
untried voice from which come the original contributions to social growth. They are essential to
the extended discussion which serious thought requires, and to the accumulation of knowledge and
ideas into organized collections.
We believe that free communication is essential to the preservation of a free society and a creative
culture. We believe that these pressures towards conformity present the danger of limiting the
range and variety of inquiry and expression on which our democracy and our culture depend. We
believe that every American comm.unity must jealously guard the freedom to publish and to
circulate, in order to preserve its own freedom to read. We believe that publishers and librarians
have a profound responsibility to give validity to that freedom to read by making it possible for the
readers to choose freely from a variety of offerings.
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�The freedom to read is guaranteed by the Constitution. Those with faith in free mea people will
stand firm on these constitutional guarantees of essential rights and will exercise the responsibilities
that accompany these rights.
We therefore affirm these propositions:
1. It is in the public interest for publishers and librarians to make available the widest diversity
of views and expressions, including those which are unorthodox or unpopular with the
majority.
Creative thought is by definition new, and what is new is different The bearer of every
new thought is a rebel until Ms that idea is refined and tested. Totalitarian systems attempt
to maintain themselves in power by the ruthless suppression of any concept which
challenges the established onhodoxy. The power of a democratic system to adapt to
change is vastly strengthened by the freedom of its citizens to choose widely from among
conflicting opinions offered freely to them. To stifle every nonconformist idea at birth
would mark the end of the democratic process. Furthermore, only through the constant
activity of weighing and selecting can the democratic mind attain the strength demanded by
times like these. We need to know not only what we believe but why we believe it.
2. Publishers, librarians and booksellers do not need to endorse every idea or presentation
contained in the books they make available. It would conflict with the public interest for
them to establish their own political, moral, or aesthetic views as a standard for deterinh,j_ng
what books should be published or circulated.
Publishers and librarians serve the educational process by helping to make available
knowledge and ideas required for the growth of the mind and the increase of learning.
They do not foster education by imposing as mentors the patterns of their own thought.
The people should have the freedom to read and consider a broader range of ideas than
those that may be held by any single librarian or publisher or government or chlll'Ch. It is
wrong that what one m&ft can read should be confined to what another thinks proper.
3 . It is contrary to the public interest for publishers or librarians to determine the acceptability
of a book on the basis of the personal history or political affiliations of the author.
A book should be judged as a book. No art or literature can flourish if it is to be measured
by the political views or private lives of its creators. No society of free mea people can
flourish which draws up lists of writers to whom it will not listen, whatever they may have
to say.
4. There is no place in our society for efforts to coerce the taste of others, to con.tine adults to
the reading matter deemed suitable for adolescents, or to inhibit the efforts of writers to
achieve artistic expression.
To some, much of modem literature is shocking. But is not much of life itself shocking?
We cut off literature at the source if we prevent writers from dealing with the stuff of life.
Parents and teachers have a responsibility to prepare the young to meet the diversity of
experiences in life to which they will be exposed, as they have a responsibility to help them
learn to think critically for themselves. These are affirmative responsibilities, not to be
discharged simply by preventing them from reading works for which they are not yet
prepared. In these matters taste differs, and taste cannot be legislated; nor can machinery
be devised which will suit the demands of one group without limiting the freedom of
others.
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5. It is not in the public interest to force a reader to accept with any book the prejudgment of a
label characterizing the book or author as subversive or dangerous.
The idea of labeling presupposes the existence of individuals or groups with wisdom to
determine by authority what is good or bad for the citimn. It presupposes that eaek
individuals must be directed in making up fti5 their minds about the ideas he they
examines. But Americans do not need others to do their thinking for them.
6. It is the responsibility of publishers and librarians, as guardians of the people's freedom to
read, to contest encroachments upon that freedom by individuals or groups seeking to
impose their own standards or tastes upon the community at large.
It is inevitable in the give and take of the democratic process that the political, the moral, or
the aesthetic concepts of an individual or group will occasionally collide with those of
another individual or group. In a free society each individual is free to determine for
Mm5elf themselves what he they wishes to read, and each group is free to determine
what it will recommend to its freely associated members. But no group has the right to take
the law into its own hands, and to impose its own concept of politics or morulity upon
other members of a democratic society. Freedom is no freedom if it is accorded only to the
accepted and the inoffensive.
7. It is the responsibility of publishers and librarians to give full meaning to the freedom to
read by providing books that enrich the quality and diversity of thought and expression.
By the exercise of this affirmative responsibility, eeelaBee they can demonstrate that the
answer to a bad book is a good one, the answer to a bad idea is a good one.
The freedom to read is of little consequence when expended on the trivial; it is frustrated
when the reader cannot obtain matter fit for his that reader's purpose. What is needed is
not only the absence of restraint, but the positive provision of opportunity for the people to
read the best that has been thought and said. Books are the major channel by which the
intellecmal inheritance is handed down, and the principal means of its testing and growth.
The defense of their freedom and integrity, and the enlargement of their service to society,
requires of all eoeltmee publishers and librarians the unnost of their faculties, and
deserves of all citizens the fullest of their support.
We state these propositions neither lightly nor as easy generalizations. We here stake out a
lofty claim for the value of books. We do so because we believe that they are gooc.l,
possessed of enormous variety and usefulness, worthy of cherishing and keeping free. We
realize that the application of these propositions may mean the dissemination of ideas and
manners of expression that are repugnant to many persons. We do not state these
propositions in the comfortable belief that what people read is unimportant We believe
rather that what people read is deeply important; that ideas can be dangerous; but that the
suppression of ideas is fatal to a democratic society. Freedom itself is a dangerous way of
life, but it is ours.
This statement was originally issued in May 1953 by the Westchester Conference of the American Library
Association and the American.Boole Publishers Council, which in 1970 consolidated with the American Educational
Publishers Institute to become the Association ofAmerican.Publishers. Adopted June 25, 1953. Revised January
28, 1972, January 16 1991 by the ALA Council and the MP freetlom to Bewi Committee.
(underlined added 3,95)
Adopted by the Skokie Public Library
Board of Library Trostees 2fl1/90
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in both Adult and Youth Services, audiovisual materials use continues to climb, accounting for
22% of Adult circulation and 17% of Youth circulation. Gate count for the month was 56,597.
One Million--We will have circulated 1,000,000 books this fiscal year by April 20. We
plan a small celebration of this landmark and hope to attract some media attention for the lucky user
who checks out the 1,000,000th item.
Radio lnterview--Mrs. Anthony was interviewed earlier this week by Barry Keefe of
WTMX 101.9 FM for his Insight program which was aired Sunday, April 9, beginning at
7 a.m. and repeated several times throughout the day. The occasion is National Library Week. He
indicated a willingness to make the interview an annual event. Lydia Stux, Manager, Public
Information and Programs, arranged for the interview.
Genealogy Resources Brochure Honored--The Library Public Relations Council (LPRC)
has selected our publication "Genealogy: Resources at the Skokie Public Library" for its "Share
the Wealth" packet of top promotional material. The brochure was compiled by Jane Hagedorn
with artwork by Teri Room.
Arts Grant for Gaia Theater Residency--The Library was awarded a $1,200. grant from the
Skokie Fine Arts Commission and the Illinois Arts Council toward the National Library Week
artist-in-residency program for 4th graders with Gaia Theater. In addition, Gaia Theater received a
$500. grant directly from the Fel-Pro Mecklenberger Foundation. Performances were Sunday,
April 9 at 4 p.m. and Monday evening April 10 at 7 p.m. The reception Sunday underwritten by
NBD Skokie Bank was a success.
Salvage Operations--After a company specializing in home demolition auctions advised that
it was not worthwhile to hold an auction of goods at 5219 and 5237 Oakton, we posted a list of
potentially salvageable items for staff and word-of-mouth distribution. We expect to realize a few
hundred dollars from the sale of appliances and building components, including a hardwood floor.
Bookmobile--After running faithfully all winter, the Bookmobile experienced mechanical
difficulty at the end of March, resulting in four days off the road The problem was diagnosed as
the fuel pump and the Bookmobile was restored to good working order.
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Demographic Projection Throuw 2005--A demographic study and enrollment projection
through 2005 prepared by the Grier Partnership for District 219 shows that there has been an
upward trend in local elementary enrollment since 1982, with stronger growth since 1992. Births
have also generally been on an upward trend since 1980. The greatest increase, however, is due to
migration. District 219's class of 1995 grew from just over 600 pupils in first grade, twelve years
ago, to nearly 1,000 pupils by 11th grade. There was a slight drop off in 12th grade due to early
college admissions and drop-outs. About 30% of pupils in Niles Township elementary schools are
of Asian racial origin. Of the total adult population in Niles Township, 33% are between the ages
of 35-54 and of Asian adults in Niles Township, 53% are 35-54. The report notes that the age
structure of Niles Township "virtually guarantees further in-migration."
According to the 1990 Census, more than one third of owner-occupied homes in that year
(10,400 out of 29,300) were owned by householders over age 65. Their conclusion is that the
schools will grow moderately and gradually for some time. Specific projections call for growth in
District 219 from just under 4,000 pupils in 1994 to about 5,100 pupils by 2,004.
Amendment to Property Tax Code--House Bill 1898 sponsored by Representative Biggins
and co-sponsored by ILA proposes to treat a city, village, incorporated town or township library
and its corporate authority as separate levy under the extension limitation under the Tax Cap law.
This would not be beneficial to the Skokie Public Library.
During discussion Mrs. Hunter said she is concerned that ILA would support such a bill.
Presently serving on the Illinois Library Association Public Policy Committee, Mrs. Hunter will
speak to them regarding their action.
Periodicals--We have experienced more than 100 claims since our present jobber was
bought out by a larger corporation last summer. We are contacting publishers directly to try to
obtain missing periodical issues and are also talking with other jobbers.
During discussion Mrs. Hunter asked Mrs. Anthony to talk with NSLS to see how
widespread a problem this has become - if other libraries are experiencing the same difficulties.
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VESTIBULE
The Board reviewed the April 12 letter from legal counsel Heidi A. Katz with regard to
resolving the vestibule floor design issues. In her letter she states that Bernard Babka indicated to
her over the telephone April 11, that Hammond Beeby and Babka, Inc. is willing to pay one-third
of the cost of reinstallation of the floor.
After discussion Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Greer:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES ACCEPT MR. BABKA'S OFFER FOR HAMMOND
BEEBY AND BABKA, INC. TO CONTRIBUTE ONE-1HIRD
OF THE COST OF REINSTALLATION OF THE VESTIBULE
FLOORING.
During lengthy discussion Mr. Graham asked that Mrs. Anthony determine whether
Mr. Babka would agree to the modifications suggested of additional hidden lock downs and edge
banding. It should also be determined by legal counsel who will, in the end, bear final
responsibility if the problems remain unresolved after reinstallation is completed.
Mrs. Hunter recommended asking the Botanic Gardens who put in their grated vestibule
floor.
The vestibule floor will be placed on the agenda for May.
LIBRARY CABLE NE1WORK
The Board noted the Library Cable Network April 1995 TCI Cable Guide.
NORTH SUBURBAN LIBRARY SYSTEM
Mrs. Rich reported on the meeting of the North Suburban Library System (NSLS)
Board of Directors and the wide range of opinions regarding proposed reorganization of their
Board.
After lengthy discussion regarding proposed changes in NSLS election procedure it
was the consensus of the Skokie Public Library Board of Trustees that the System retain its
present method of electing their Board at the May meeting by those representatives attending
the meeting, and that there be no mailed ballots or proxy votes.
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Mr. Graham made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Greer:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES ADVISE DR. RONALD RODGERS, PRESIDENT
OF THE NSLS BOARD OF DIRECTORS, THAT IT IS THE
POSIDON OF THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES FOR THE NORTH SUBURBAN LIBRARY
SYSTEM TO RETAIN ITS PRESENT VOTING PRACTICES
AND BOARD CONFIGURATION.
The motion was unanimously approved.
A letter will be addressed to the NSLS Board President, with a copy going to System
Director Sarah A. Long and the NSLS Board of Directors.
COM?vlENTS FROM TRUSTEES
Mrs. Weiner's report on her attendance at the Public Library Association (PLA)
Conference in Chicago was noted.
Mrs. Hunter said she is discussing exhibit possibilities with Citibank and also
pursuing the possibility of having the Skokie Public Library featured on a Bob Sirott "coffee"
telecast on the Fox Channel (32).
Mrs. Rich left the Board Room at 9:20 p.m.
Director Anthony reminded the Board of radio personality Aaron Freeman's program
Thursday, April 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Library Petty Auditorium. He will share some of his
Adventures in Cyberspace.
Mrs. Anthony also said that the North Shore Chapter of the Chicago Computer
Society will be meeting in the Library and plans to provide us with some "volunteer'' time.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
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Minutes, Wednesday, April 12, 1995
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Skokie Public Library. Board of Trustees
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Rich, Zelda (Secretary)
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Attachments: Salary Scale, OPERATING FUND BUDGET FOR FY 1995-96, Freedom to Read
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1995-04-12
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Public Libraries -- Illinois -- Skokie
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LBM19950412.pdf
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Skokie Public Library, Skokie, IL
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eng
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1990s (1990-1999)
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library board meetings