CORINTH FREE LIBRARY
Minutes of the Board of Trustees
Jan. 8, 2024
President Franklin Bennek called the meeting to order at 7:16 PM.
Members present: Franklin Bennek, Jane Pingelski, Cathy Lozier, Catherine Bailey, Emma Mackey, Mo Kelly, Jen Cook, and Librarian Rebecca Fasulo.
Minutes of the previous meeting: Minutes from the Oct. 2nd meeting were read before tonight’s meeting. A motion was made by Mo and seconded by Catherine to accept the minutes. The motion was carried with all in favor.
Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report was read and discussed. A motion was made by Mo and seconded by Jane to approve all paid bills. The motion was carried with all in favor. A motion was made by Emma and seconded by Jen to accept the 2024 Budget and treasurer’s report. The motion was carried with all in favor.
Librarian’s Report: The Librarian’s report was presented with highlights as follows:
- Annual Book Sale will take place on July 27
- Ribbon cutting for Wi-Fi shelter at Hometown Holidays Festival
See attachment for complete librarian’s report
A motion was made by Cathy and seconded by Jen to accept the librarian’s report. The motion was carried with all in favor.
Old Business:
Strategic Plan:
SALS is offering a construction grant for up to $5,000 which we can use for solar component to Wi-Fi shelter. Application must be submitted by 4/1/24 and project must be completed within one year.
Trustee Training: Reminder to Board members to check the SALS website for training opportunities. Give information to Becky as soon as training is completed.
Street Lighting: Streetlight outside of the library needs fixing. Mo will check into who is responsible for it as it may be privately owned.
Rockwell Falls Library: The State Ed department appointed three trustees to fill the empty positions and are working on hiring a new director. They hope to reopen within a couple of months.
New Business:
Staff Transitions Committee: The committee will meet as soon as possible to start the process of hiring a replacement for Michael as head of Children’s Services. A longevity bonus will be awarded to Michael in appreciation for his 25 years of service and dedication to the library as head of Children’s Services.
Adjournment: The motion was made by Jen and seconded by Mo with all in favor to adjourn the meeting at 8:38 PM.
Next two meetings: Apr. 8, Feb. 26