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December 14, 2005
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Skokie Public Library held
in the Skokie Public Library Board Room, Wednesday, December 14, 2005.
CALL TO ORDER
John Graham, Presi9-ent, called the meeting to order at 7:32p.m.
Members present: John Graham, President; Diana Hunter, Vice President/President
Emerita; Zelda Rich, Secretary; Eva Weiner; John M. Wozniak; Dayle Zelenka; and
Carolyn A. Anthony, Director.
Member absent: Susan Greer.
Staff present: Barbara A. Kozlowski, Associate Director of Public Services.
Guests present: Members of the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation: Mira and Satish
Chander, 8500 Trumbull, Skokie, IL; Usha and Omprakash Kamaria, 7845 North
Kolmar, Skokie, IL; Pratap Sampat, 7519 Kenton, Skokie, IL; Pramod Shah, 5444
Suffield Court, Skokie, IL; Dinesh Sampat, 905 Queensburg Court, Naperville, IL.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 9,
2005
Mr. Zelenka made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Hunter, to approve the minutes of the
regular meeting of November 9, 2005, subject to additions and/or corrections. There
being no additions or corrections, the minutes were approved and placed on file.
REVIEW OF CLOSED SESSIONS MINUTES
A motion was made by Dr. Wozniak, seconded by Mr. Zelenka:
MOTION:
THAT SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSED SESSION MINUTES OF
MARCH 10, 2004; JUNE 9, 2004; OCTOBER 13, 2004; JANUARY 12,
2005; MARCH 9, 2005; AND SEPTEMBER 14, 2005 REMAIN
CLOSED FOR ANOTHER YEAR.
The motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Graham asked the Board to move the regular order of business and go directly to
Adoption of Gandhi Memorial Trust Resolution. The Board agreed.
ADOPTION OF GANDHI MEMORIAL TRUST RESOLUTION
Mr. Graham welcomed members of the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation.
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Mrs. Anthony explained that this fall, the Library had an extraordinarily successful
partnership with the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation to present five programs and an
exhibit as part of the "Our World, Our Heritage, As Seen Through the Eyes of the
Champions ofPeace" from September 11-0ctober 10, 2005.
The planning committee from the Gandhi Memorial Trust arranged for Rajmohan
Gandhi, Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, to speak at the Library;
introdu~ed
a new
roundtable community forum type of program; arranged for a multiethnic dance
performance program; an AV talk on Mahatma Gandhi's life; and mounted a large
exhibit on 20th Century Peace Leaders. These programs were all extraordinarily
successful and had a combined attendance of710 people (excluding exhibit which cannot
be counted). These events helped us to solidify a relationship with South Asian residents
and attracted many first-time visitors to the Library. Skokie Public Library also received
extraordinary media coverage for these events in Chicago, suburban and metro ethnic
media outlets.
While the Library has had many partnerships with other ethnic communities for
individual or periodic programs, the scale of this collaborative effort is unprecedented for
the Skokie Public Library. Mrs. Anthony asked the Board to adopt the Resolution she
distributed to recognize the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation and to thank individual
leaders.
Mrs. Hunter read the Resolution aloud.
A motion was made by Dr. Wozniak, seconded by Mrs. Rich:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ADOPT THE RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO THE GANDHI
MEMORIAL TRUST FOUNDATION AS PRESENTED (COPY
ATTACHED).
The motion passed unanimously.
Members of the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation (GMTF) thanked the Skokie Public
Library Board for the Resolution. The members of the GMTF commented that they hope
the Library will join hands with them and other organizations for this kind of activity in
the coming years. The GMTF members also thanked Mrs. Anthony for her efforts in
spreading the word about their organization and her work in coordinating the fall
activities.
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the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation developed a month-long celebration ofWorld
Peace and Unity in the Skokie community entitled Our World, Our Heritage, As Seen Through the
Eyes ofthe Champions ofPeace from September 11-0ctober 10, 2005; and
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major portions of the celebration including five programs and an exhibit were held at the
Skokie Public Library; and
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the past good works ofthe members of the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation opened the
line of communication to Professor Rajmohan Gandhi and resulted in him agreeing to speak at the
Skokie Public Library; and
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the speech by Professor Gandhi and the question and answer session coordinated by
members of the Foundation proved to be one of the most exciting and well-received events the Library
has ever hosted; and
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the art exhibit created by the Foundation inspired many visitors to the Library to reflect on
peace and the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi; and
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the two roundtable discussions encouraged open community dialogue and the sharing of
real-world applications for nonviolence as well as creative suggestions on how to bring about positive
social change; and
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the cultural showcase featured the beauty and elegance of South Asian and Korean
performers and celebrated the meaning of peace and unity through dance; and
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the audiovisual presentation by Dr. Sriram Sonty shared the historic and timeless legacy of
Mohandas K. Gandhi; and
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all of these events planned by members of the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation
enriched the lives.ofhundreds of residents of Skokie and the surrounding area, many of whom visited
the Skokie Public Library for the first time during these events
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3JW: l\.QE:~<!&JJJ~QE::m, that the Board ofTrustees of Skokie Public Library,
formally thanks the members of the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation for their hard work and
dedication and expresses sincere appreciation to Pratap Sampat, Omprakash Kamaria, Usha Kamaria,
Dinesh Sampat, Sriram Sonty and Ashok Eashwaran for their leadership in developing the month-long
celebration ofWorld Peace and Unity.
John J. Graham
President
Board of Library Trustees
Skokie Public Library
:merember 14, 2005
Carolyn A. Anthony
Director
Skokie Public Library
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A photo was taken of the GMTF members with the Library Board. The GMTF members
left the meeting at 7:45p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA (Financial Statements, Circulation Report, Library Use Statistics,
Report(s) from Department Heads, Gifts)
Mrs. Rich made a motion, seconded by Dr. Wozniak:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
APPROVE THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, SUBJECT TO AUDIT,
AND THAT THE FOLLOWING CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS BE
PLACED ON FILE:
1. CIRCULATIONREPORT
2. LIBRARY USE STATISTICS
3. REPORT(S) FROM DEPARTMENT HEAD(S)
4. GIFTS: $20. IN MEMORY OF PHYLLIS APELIAN FROM
WOMAN'S CLUB OF SKOKIE/LINCOLNWOOD FOR THE
PURCHASE OF A BOOK; $35. FROM DR. WILLIAM H.
WEHRMACHER FOR TREATS FOR STAFF; $75. FROM
ANONYMOUS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A BOOK IN HONOR
OF MARY RADMACHER'S 90TH BIRTHDAY; $100. FROM
SKOKIE AREA CHAPTER 3470 AARP IN APPRECIATION; $200.
FROM DAYLE ZELENKA FOR THE PURCHASE OF CHINESE
LANGUAGE MATERIALS; $250. FROM RICHARD AND
JOANNE LEVY IN APPRECIATION:
The motion passed unanimously.
Mrs. Hunter commented that she is impressed with the Youth Services report.
BILLS
A motion was made by Mrs. Hunter, seconded by Mr. Zelenka:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
APPROVE THE BILLS, SUBJECT TO AUDIT.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
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USAGE-----Circulation in November was about 134,200 for a decrease of more than 3%
from November last year. Adult book circulation was down by nearly 2,000 items. Staff
will watch to see if there is a trend developing. Bookmobile circulation was also down
significantly as was interlibrary loan lending. Reciprocal borrowing accounted for more
than 15% of circulation. The Gate Count was down by nearly 5%. It is hard to know how
to account for these declines, but perhaps the mild weather inN ovember was a factor.
Database access statistics show that 395 individuals logged on in 1,297 sessions in
November as compared to 339 individuals logging 1,095 sessions in November, 2004.
LOAN REPAYMENT-----The Library completed repayment to the Village of the shortterm loan of$950,000. November 29. The interest on the loan was $4,665.20. The fall
collection is coming in pretty well. The Library is only short about $130,000. of expected
revenues.
2005 LEVY-----Because the increase in the 2005 levy in the aggregate (Library and
Village together) exceeded the threshold of 5%, a black-bordered ad appeared in the
Skokie Review November 24, 2005. Mrs. Anthony did not receive any comment or
question from the newspaper notice, nor from the hearing at the Village Board meeting
December 5. Final approval of the levy is expected by the Village Board December 19.
URBAN LIBRARIES COUNCIL CONFERENCE-----The Urban Libraries Council had
a conference in Chicago December 2-3 "Partners for Successful Cities: Building Vibrant
Neighborhoods". Members were encouraged to send teams including library directors,
trustees and mayors or county executives to the conference. The panel sessions were
particularly interesting because of the opportunity to hear from the mayors' perspective
what factors are significant to community building. It was clear that the mayors have the
big picture of safety and economic vitality in mind. A vibrant arts, cultural and
educationallif¥ contributes to economic vitality and the general well-being of the city.
The library was depicted as an important part of cultural life. Many speakers referenced
the importance of the library being a player, working collaboratively with other agencies
and the business community for the overall success of the city. Skokie's Mayor Van
Dusen was a panelist for the session on "Culture Catalysts: Keys to Successful CultureBased Strategies". He was very complimentary of the Skokie Public Library and its role
in the community, particularly with respect to serving the diverse ethnic populations.
Other interesting presentations were given by the President of the Joyce Foundation, Vice
President of the MacArthur Foundation, President of the Brooklyn Chamber of
Commerce and a Professor of Child Psychiatry at Harvard University. Board President
John Graham and Board member Diana Hunter also attended the Saturday session.
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BARNES & NOBLE BENEFIT----The Library's first benefit day at Barnes & Noble
yielded $210. for the Youth Services Department. Some staff worked hard for the event
and were disappointed with the return, but may try again in the spring.
PATRIOT ACT RENEWAL----The latest word from Washington is that the
House/Senate Conference Committee has come up with a newly revised version of the
extension of the PATRIOT Act, sections of which were designated to sunset at the end of
2005. One improvement is a recommendation for the term of extension at four years as
proposed by the Senate. The House version had proposed a review in ten years and the
original Conference Committee recommendation was for a seven year renewal term. It is
· less clear that significant changes will be made to limit any potential abuse of the Act or
to safeguard the civil rights of individuals. lllinois Senator Richard Durbin has been a
leader in calling for limitations such as a requirement that a clear relationship to terrorism
be shown before a court would allow access to library and other business records and also
that some limits be set on the perpetual secrecy of the transactions. Voting by the full
House and Senate on the matter is expected next week.
STAFF DAY----Staff Day will be held next Friday, December 16. The Library will be
closed that day, as approved by the Board, so that all staff may participate. There will be
a major focus on intellectual freedom for all staff as well as a visit to the Skokie Heritage
Museum. Staff will be able to choose among other continuing education sessions. We
will recognize longevity of staff service and enjoy the fellowship of a holiday luncheon.
Board members are welcome to attend any sessions.
COMMUNITY----Mrs. Anthony attended a meeting of the Oakton Area Planning
Council, a fund-raiser for the Women's Board of Rush North Shore Medical Center, the
Chamber holiday party and participated in the Chamber membership drive. Mrs. Anthony
will be serving.as a Vice President on the Chamber Executive Committee in 2006, but
without the expectation that she will serve as President the following year.
DIRECTORS & OFFICERS LIABILITY COVERAGE
Mrs. Anthony said the Library has received a quote for renewal of Directors and Officers
Insurance for 2006 from Great American Insurance Company at a cost of $5,931. While
the cost is comparable to prior years, the amount of retention (like a deductible) is now
$5,000. meaning that the Library would pay the first $5,000. of any claim.
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The Board will recall that the provider the Library used previously, St. Paul Insurance
Company, is no longer writing D&O coverage. Mrs. Anthony distributed a chart that
compares specific details of coverage and exclusions for the Great American proposal
and prior coverage with St. Paul's.
Mrs. Anthony asked Boyle, Flagg & Seaman about infringement of copyright or
trademark which was specifically mentioned under Personal Injury (p.3) as covered by
St. Paul's and is not mentioned by Great American. Because the Library has staff who
publish articles and because the Library makes much material under copyright accessible
to users, it is an area in which the Library could have some exposure. Staff at Boyle,
· Flagg & Seaman checked with Great American on this point which is called a silent
exclusion. According to Tom English ofBFS, Great American will defend but they will
not pay if you lose. Mr. English recommends approval of the policy and checking with
Library legal counsel.
A motion was made by Mrs. Hunter, seconded by Mr. Zelenka:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
APPROVE THE QUOTE FROM GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE
COMPANY FOR DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS LIABILITY
COVERAGE FOR 2006 IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,931.00.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
PROPOSED NSLS POLICY FOR RECIPROCAL BORROWING
Mrs. Anthony said the Board of the North Suburban Library System has approved a
statement of Goals and Policies for the Reciprocal Borrowing Program (attached). The
document refers only to intrasystem reciprocal borrowing and does not pertain to
borrowing with Chicago Public Library or other Illinois library systems.
The old Basic Tenets for a Revised Reciprocal Borrowing Program (1991, 92) still
referred to payment for imbalances, a practice which was discontinued years ago. A
committee of several NSLS public library directors, of which Mrs. Anthony was one,
developed this document of new Goals and Policies for Reciprocal Borrowing.
The NSLS Board has requested endorsement of the policy by all member public libraries.
Mrs. Anthony recommends approval of the document as presented.
A motion was made by Dr. Wozniak, seconded by Mrs. Weiner:
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MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
APPROVE THE NORTH SUBURBAN LIBRARY SYSTEM (NSLS)
RECIPROCAL BORROWING PROGRAM: GOALS AND POLICIES
(11/28/05) AS PRESENTED (COPY ATTACHED).
The motion passed unanimously.
ECOMMERCE SOFTWARE
Mrs. Anthony proposes that the Library purchase Ecommerce software from Innovative
Interfaces in order to be able to accept credit card payment for fines and fees. Other
· libraries have implemented this technology and have found that it is well-accepted by the
public for library use.
Purchase of the Ecommerce software from Innovative would cost $10,500., of which
$4,000. would be reimbursed to the Library from the Library Express grant for a net cost
of $6,500. Library Express is the service to be introduced in February that will deliver a
reserved item to a user's home on request for a convenience fee of $4.00.
While implementation of Ecommerce is not necessary for Library Express (charges could
simply be put on the user's Library account), it will be an additional convenience to those
who opt to use Library Express. Mrs. Anthony anticipates use also by parents who may
choose to pay their kids' fines remotely and others who find it convenient to handle their
Library obligations online. More people each month renew materials online than by
telephone and it has become common for people to "check my library account" online.
There is also the question of whether the Library would begin to accept credit cards for
transactions within the Library. There does not appear to be an urgent need to do so at
this time. Staff could see how the remote use goes before deciding whether to also offer
credit card use .in-house.
Mrs. Anthony has talked with Elizabeth Riesche at Cole-Taylor Bank about the steps in
getting a VeriSign account and establishing the banking end of credit card acceptance.
She indicated that Cole Taylor uses NOVA, one of the major VeriSign providers. The
Library could expect rates of ca. 2.5% for Internet transactions and just under 2% for inhouse transactions. The exact amount is negotiable and varies depending on the number
of transactions and the dollar volume.
At some point, the Board would need to decide as a policy matter whether such
transaction fees would be passed on to the user. Mrs. Anthony recommends that initially
we track the results and costs so we know more about what we are dealing with. There is
�NORTH SUBURBAN LIBRARY SYSTEM
North Suburban Library System (NSLS) Reciprocal Borrowing Program: Goals
and Policies (11/28/05)
The North Suburban Library System (NSLS) Reciprocal Borrowing Program
permits public library cardholders in the NSLS service area to visit other NSLS public
libraries and check out materials with their home library cards. As the cornerstone for
resource sharing among libraries, reciprocal borrowing benefits library users by
expanding the range and depth of the collections that are readily available to them. In
recognition of this, participation in the Reciprocal Borrowing Program has long been a
requirement of System membership for public libraries.
To ensure that this vital service continues to operate as smoothly and equitably as
possible, the public libraries in NSLS and the NSLS Board of Directors have adopted this
statement of Goals and Policies (which replaces the NSLS Basic Tenets for a Revised
Reciprocal Borrowing Program as approved 6/2411991 and amended 5/18/1992).
I. Program Goals
Member libraries agree that the following goals are essential components of a successful
Reciprocal Borrowing Program. Such a program shall:
1. Increase access to library resources for member library cardholders*, resulting in
greater use of and support for libraries by the public.
2. Expand the use of library resources and enhance customer service by providing
cardholders the convenience of using the collections of several member libraries as they
travel within or through the NSLS service area to work or for other activities.
3. Expand the availability and use ofunique collections in NSLS public libraries.
4. Recognize and reinforce the responsibility that member libraries have to build
collections that adequately serve the needs oftheir respective local cardholders.
5. Enable each member library to retain local control over its lending policies.
6. Make it possible for each member library to protect its local cardholders' access to new
and developing collections and to afford libraries that are heavy net lenders in terms of
reciprocal borrowing a means to rectify or reduce such imbalances.
II. Policies Governing Program Participation
�Member libraries agree that the following policies reflect, a~d establish an optimal
balance between, the program goals articulated above. These policies shall define and
govern program participation:
1. Participation in the Reciprocal Borrowing Program shall continue to be a
requirement of System membership for public libraries.
2. With the following exceptions, participants are expected to make their collections
broadly available to reciprocal borrowers from other NSLS public libraries:
a. Limits may be placed on reciprocal borrowers' access to new and developing
collections.
b. Net lender libraries (in terms of reciprocal borrowing with other NSLS libraries
as a group) may place limits on the number of items loaned to reciprocal
borrowers if the net imbalance, on average, exceeds 10% for any consecutive
twelve-month period.
3. Any limits imposed on reciprocal borrowers shall be reviewed by the limiting library's
Board of Trustees at least annually to determine whether the conditions justifying such
restrictions still pertain and the limits imposed remain fair and reasonable.
4. Each participant shall promptly inform other participating libraries about any changes
to policies and procedures that will affect the use of and access to its collections by
reciprocal borrowers.
5. Reciprocal borrowers shall abide by the lending policies and regulations of the
individual libraries where materials are borrowed. The cardholder is personally and
financially responsible to the lending library for all such materials.
III. NSLS Responsibilities
The North Suburban Library System shall continue supporting the NSLS Reciprocal
Borrowing Program by:
1. Providing delivery service for the return of materials to the respective lending libraries;
2. Compiling reciprocal borrowing statistics and posting them on the NSLS website; and
3. Providing for and coordinating periodic reviews of the Program and this document.
IV. Intersystem Reciprocal Borrowing
This document neither addresses nor applies to Intersystem reciprocal borrowing, the
lending of materials to cardholders from libraries outside ofNSLS. This service is
�governed by the Illinois Intersystem Reciprocal Borrowing Covenant, which was
approved and adopted by the NSLS Board of Directors in January, 19 81.
V. Program and Document Review
The NSLS Reciprocal Borrowing Program as well as this document shall be reviewed by
Program participants at least every 5 years.
* A cardholder is a resident of a library's service area possessing a current library card
from that library. Individuals who have purchased non-resident cards from any NSLS
public library shall be afforded reciprocal borrowing privileges at other NSLS libraries in
accordance with applicable state law.
http://www .nsls.info/rbp!RBPGuide 110705 .pdf
Adopted by the Skokie Public Library
Board of Trustees, December 14, 2005
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allowance in the Library Express grant for the cost of doing business so we could get
reimbursement for some of the expense during the first months of use.
At this time, Mrs. Anthony is requesting Board approval of the purchase of Ecommerce
software from Innovative Interfaces at the cost of $10,500.
Discussion followed. Some members voiced concern regarding how this would be
determined to be a viable service; how many patrons would need to participate monthly;
and after Hurricane Katrina how could the government fund this while withholding funds
from the basic needs of life?
A motion was made by Dr. Wozniak, seconded by Mr. Zelenka:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ADOPT THE PURCHASE OF ECOMMERCE SOFTWARE FROM
INNOVATNE INTERFACES AT THE COST OF $10,500.
The roll was called: Mrs. Hunter-abstain; Mrs. Rich-abstain; Mr. Zelenka-yes; Dr.
Wozniak-yes; Mrs. Weiner-yes; Mr. Graham-abstain. The motion failed. This item
may be re-visited at the January meeting by any member who voted 'yes'.
SOFTWARE UPGRADE PROPOSALS TO OUR VOICE MAIL AND PHONE
SYSTEMS; PLUS ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT COSTS
Mrs. Kozlowski said that the Library currently has a Northern Telecom Meridian 1
Option 11 telephone system and a Meridian Mail voice mail system, installed and
serviced by Nortech Telecommunications. Staff have been satisfied with the product and
service.
Meridian Voice Mail will be End of Life February 2007, and the Library's existing
telephone system software (Release 24) will be End of Life October 2007.
Nortech has given us a proposal to upgrade and install:
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Voice Mail to Call Pilot for
o
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$14,200.00
(Based on Nortel Marketing Program which expires 12/30/05)
Our Telephone System Software to Succession 4.0
$10,200.00
$24,400.00
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Note: Next year (based on today's pricing without the marketing program) the
cost to upgrade to Call Pilot will be $31,000.00)
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1. Other options for the software. Mrs. Kozlowski contacted Call One, Prime
Communications, Shared Technologies, ATS Communications, 3 Points and SBC for
quotes on this software. SBC and Shared Technologies were interested in submitting
a proposal. Both are Elite Advantage Partners with Nortel (the highest level of
requirements met, as set by Nortel). Nortech is a Premium Advantage Partner which
is the next level down.
Shared Technologies quote for the system upgrade is $22,291.00 and the quote from
SBC is $21,663.07.
2. Mrs. Kozlowski asked for a proposal from Call One for a completely new Phone
System (AVAY A).
3. Mrs. Kozlowski checked on the option ofVOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol). She
spoke with Steve Clark at North Park University at the suggestion of Mr. Zelenka.
She also discussed this with Library LAN Manager Mark Kadzie. Mrs. Kozlowski
also spoke to several other knowledgable people and did some research on the
subject. The consensus is that it does not offer any advantage to the Library at this
time in terms of the features or functionality we need nor does it offer any cost
savmgs.
4. What the new software will provide:
1. Call Pilot will provide: 1) Unified messaging (for up to 20 staff). This will
allow staff to access voice mail from their PC or email from their phone and
2) Administration ofthe system can be done from any browser-based PC. This
is done now from a dedicated PC in the Mechanical Room.
2. When upgraded the Library would be VOIP enabled though more would be
necessary to actually deploy VOIP.
3. All other features and functions of the phone and voice mail will remain the
same. No need for staff to learn ordo anything different. Upgrade would be
done during our off hours Friday night.
Quotes received for yearly maintenance are:
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Nortech
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Shared Technologies
$10,905.00
$3,840.00 for year 1
$4,560.00 for years 2-5
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SBC
$8,013.00
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Mrs. Kozlowski recommended Shared Technologies.
Discussion followed. The Board questioned if the three proposals were identical. Mrs.
Kozlowski and Mrs. Anthony said they were.
Mrs. Hunter made a motion, seconded by Dr. Wozniak:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ACCEPT THE QUOTES FROM SHARED TECHNOLOGIES FOR AN
UPGRADE TO THE LIBRARY'S PHONE AND VOICE MAIL
SYSTEM FOR A COST OF $22,291.09 AND FOR A MAINTENANCE
AGREEMENT FOR YEAR 1 FOR A COST OF $3,840.00 AND FOR
YEARS 2-5 FOR A COST OF $4,560.00 PER YEAR. AN SEB MODEM
FOR $2,200.00 WAS APPROVED IF NEEDED.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
Mrs. Kozlowski left the meeting at 8:58p.m.
DONATION TO JEFFERSON PARISH LIBRARIES
Mrs. Anthony said in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, there was a lot of discussion on
the Directors' Listserv about how to help libraries that had been hard hit by the storm.
NSLS decided to participate in ALA's "Adopt a Library'' program in which pairings were
made with specific libraries so that help could be directed to a particular place and
focused on known needs.
NSLS was assigned the Jefferson Parish Library, a system headquartered in Metairie, just
west of New Orleans. Jefferson Parish had a population of 455,456 before the hurricane.
Of the fifteen, public libraries in Jefferson Parish, four were totally destroyed; three lost
most of their collections; two were struggling to save parts oftheir collections; five
libraries had minor damage and one was unharmed.
NSLS public libraries have been helping in various ways. Waukegan Public Library
offered an older bookmobile and transport was arranged so that the vehicle could be
shipped to Louisiana to serve as a temporary library. Because the greatest need is for
books, audiovisual materials and computers, monetary donations are being encouraged.
Zion-Benton Public Library sent $463.22 from a recent booksale. Friends of the Fox
Lake District Library sent $1,000. from booksale proceeds. Gail Borden Public Library
has pledged a portion of their "Dinos on Parade" auction. Some libraries have put out
·public collection boxes. Others have had staff fundraisers such as a denim day for which
staffpay $5-$10. to wear denim to work on a given day.
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Department Heads discouraged a staff collection, feeling that staff were tapped out by
individual contributions to humanitarian relief immediately after the storm, United Way
and Skokie Assist-A-Family. Mrs. Anthony asked the Board to consider how the Skokie
Public Library might contribute to the collection effort. In the event that the Board might
be interested in donating some proceeds from used book sales, those sales in recent
months have generated:
November
$806.65
October
$855.75
September
$670.50
After brief discussion, Mrs. Rich made a motion, seconded by Dr. Wozniak:
MOTION:
THAT THE SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
DONATE $2,000. FROM FALL BOOK SALE PROCEEDS TO THE
JEFFERSON PARISH LIBRARIES IN THE AFTERMATH OF
HURRICANE KATRINA.
The roll call vote for approval was unanimous.
INTERIM REPORT ON GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Mrs. Hunter left the meeting at 9:03p.m.
The Board accepted the Interim Report on Goals and Objectives as presented.
REPORT FROM ART COMMITTEE RE POSSIBLE DONATION
Mrs. Rich reported that it was the consensus of the Art Committee to not accept either
piece of artwork offered by Inesse Alexandrov.
Mrs. Hunter returned to the meeting at 9:05p.m.
Mrs. Anthony will write the letter to Mrs. Ale;xandrov and Mr. Graham will sign the
letter.
"BRIGHT IDEAS: COME ON IN", FROM ALSCONNECT, THE NEWSLETTER OF
THE ASSOCIATION FOR LIBRARY SERVICES TO CHILDREN, DECEMBER 2005
Dr. Wozniak would like Ms. Watkins to be commended for her article. The Board agreed.
COMMENTS FROM TRUSTEES
·Dr. Wozniak wished all "Happy Holidays".
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Mrs. Hunter reported that seniors from New Trier and Glenbrook are hiring private
persons to help with college applications; something previously done by guidance
counselors. Mrs. Hunter asked if college catalogs, kinds of scholarships available, etc.
might be provided by the Library. Mrs. Anthony will speak with Maryann Mondrus about
promoting this section more effectively.
ADJOURNMENT
At 9:10p.m. a motion was made Mrs. Rich, seconded by Dr. Wozniak to adjourn the
regular meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
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Zelda R. Rich, Secretary
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Minutes, Wednesday, December 14, 2005
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Rich, Zelda R. (Secretary)
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Includes attachments: Resolution to thank the members of the Gandhi Memorial Trust Foundation, North Suburban Library System (NSLS) Reciprocal Borrowing Program: Goals and Policies (11/28/05)
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2005-12-14
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LBM20051214.pdf
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16 p.
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Public Libraries -- Illinois -- Skokie
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Skokie Public Library. Board of Trustees
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Skokie Public Library, Skokie, IL
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eng
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2000s (2000-2009)
2000s
library board meetings