TRUSTEES PRESENT	STAFF PRESENT	OTHERS PRESENT
Patty Norman, Chair Sally Robinson, Vice Chair Darrel Williams Robin Branstrom Laura Foxx TRUSTEES ABSENT Greg Curl Bob Bisanar	Charles Brown, Director of Libraries Carol Myers, Assistant Director Rich Rosenthal, Chief of Operations Chuck Mallas Dick Pahle Susan Harden Linda Vitlar Chauna Wall Susan Herzog Lois Kilkka Amy Kukla Arden McLaughlin Rick Ricker Rita Rouse Casey Sanders	Bob Stephens, Library Attorney, Hamilton, Moon, Stephens, Steele & Martin PLLC Rashida Moreland Mrs. Moreland Brenda Anderson, Galilee Agency Flavia Eldemire, Galilee Agency Jill Flynn, Flynn Heath, Inc.

MINUTES

Chair Patty Norman called the meeting to order at 4:37 p.m.

Patty Norman asked the Board of Trustees for approval of the May 11, 2006 Library Board of Trustees meeting minutes. On a motion by Darrel Williams, seconded by Robin Branstrom, the Trustees unanimously approved the minutes of the May meeting.

Director Brown shared the history of the Elizabeth Randolph Scholarship. Mrs. Randolph was a former educator and member of the Library board and in her honor the Library formed a scholarship. Assistant Director Myers then introduced the recipient of the 2006 Elizabeth Randolph Scholarship Award, Ms. Rashida Moreland. Ms. Moreland is a graduate of Olympic High School and is currently enrolled at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Ms. Moreland thanked the Library board and expressed that she was honored and hopes to make Mrs. Randolph proud.

Trustee Laura Foxx joined the meeting.

Mr. Brown introduced Brenda Anderson, President of the Galilee Agency. Ms. Anderson discussed the process and strategic objectives to assess the Library’s organizational structure and present recommendations to the Director.

Finance Director Chuck Mallas reviewed the Financial Report and requested the Library Board of Trustees approve Budget Adjustments 05-26, 06-19, 06-30, 06-30A. On a motion by Darrel Williams, seconded by Laura Foxx, the Trustees unanimously approved the budget adjustments. Mr. Mallas also requested that the board approve the FY 06-07 Library Budget. On a motion by Darrel Williams, seconded by Robin Branstrom, the Trustees unanimously approved the Library Budget for the FY 06-07.

Chair Patty Norman excused herself momentarily from the meeting, and Sally Robinson, Vice Chair was asked to preside over the meeting.

Chair Norman re-joined the meeting.

Director Brown presented the Library’s Capital Improvement Projects approved by the Board of County Commissioners. The projects include Hickory Grove Branch Library, Scaleybark Branch Library and a Sharon Road Branch Library.

Mr. Brown discussed the Library Board’s possible approach to meeting with candidates for and current members of the Board of County Commissioners. It was suggested that the Library host a dinner for current Commissioners.

Director Brown raised the possibility of an appropriate memorial gift from the Library Board in memory of Joe Martin, including the possibility of doing something jointly with the Board of the Children’s Theatre.

Mr. Brown presented his Director’s Report. A copy of the report is attached. Assistant Director Carol Myers then provided “talking points” regarding the Library’s Internet access policy. The service change, allowing Internet access for youth 12-17, describes reasons for the change and the communication plan.

Director Brown also announced that Security Supervisor Warren Graham is leaving the Library to pursue a career as a Library security advisor/consultant. The Trustees wished him the very best.

Assistant Director Carol Myers provided information to the Board on the Library’s FY 2007 System-wide Strategic Priorities initiative. There are five major initiatives to the plan that reflect the Mission/Vision of PLCMC.

Director Brown introduced Arden McLaughlin, Charlotte Reads and Amy Kukla, Family Literacy Coordinator, for brief presentations. Both Ms. McLaughlin and Ms. Kukla informed the Board about their early projects, DEAR Day, Read to Me Charlotte.

Development Director Dick Pahle and Programming and Communications Director Rita Rouse updated the Board on this year’s Novello Festival of Reading and initial ticket sales. Author event ticket sales are good and in some cases have sold out.

Volunteer Coordinator Chauna Wall reported on the Friends of the Library retreat and the Friends’ trip to Raleigh for Library Day. Ms. Wall especially thanked Trustee Williams for his attendance and participation at the retreat.

Development Director Dick Pahle presented the Library Development Report. A copy of the report is attached.

Chair Norman reminded the Trustees of the commitment made to Director Brown with regard to his evaluation process.

The Trustees discussed briefly the topic of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board’s appointment of a trustee to the Library Board. Attorney Stephens agreed to research historical data regarding the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board’s appointments and will report back to the Trustees.

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Charles M. Brown
Secretary to the Board