Library Board
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The meeting, attended by six members, began at 6:05 pm and included the approval of the May 2026 meeting minutes. Key highlights included the awarding of the Hugh Lee Scholarship to Karlie LaFever, a Treasurer's Report indicating $47,000 in the operating account, and updates from the Librarian on community engagement and new programs.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The meeting, attended by several members and guest Christine Dunphy, focused on scholarship discussions, including the Jean Marie Collin and Hugh Lee Scholarships, highlighting the low number of applicants and strategies for outreach. Additionally, the Treasurer's Report was reviewed, addressing a maturing CD and the development of a Venmo account, while the Librarian's Report covered library activities and upcoming programs.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
The meeting, attended by several members, was called to order at 6:02 pm and included a Treasurer's report that approved the use of Venmo for online payments. The Librarian's report highlighted various updates, including scholarship applications due for review in May, a $5,000 O'Connor grant for the "In the Shadows" program, and the completion of a picture rail in the basement.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The meeting, attended by several members, was called to order at 6:02 pm and included discussions on the Treasurer's Report, which highlighted a $15,000 investment in a 90-day CD and changes to 1099 form requirements. The Librarian's Report covered recent programs with good attendance, a minor library card issue, and the approval of an O'Connor grant, with the next meeting scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 6 pm.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The meeting, attended by several members, began at 6:04 pm and included the approval of January 2026 minutes and the retention of the current board officers. Key reports highlighted the Treasurer's financial updates and the Librarian's upcoming programs and facility improvements, with the next meeting scheduled for March 25, 2026, at 6 pm.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The meeting approved the December 2025 minutes and the Treasurer's Report, which included updates on account transfers, donations, and discussions about potential grants. The Librarian's Report proposed various community programs, and the meeting concluded with an executive session before scheduling the next meeting for February 25th.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The meeting, attended by several members, began at 5:58 pm and included the approval of the March meeting minutes and the Treasurer's Report, which highlighted a successful bond rollover and upcoming projects. The Librarian's Report provided updates on various programs and activities, with the next meeting scheduled for May 28th at 6 pm.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The meeting, attended by J. LaFever, R. LaFever, S. Shoemaker, M. Greenberg, J. Aikens, and A. Corvelo, was called to order at 6:07 pm, where the February minutes were approved with a correction regarding J. Aikens' attendance. The Treasurer's Report highlighted the completion of the 2024 990s, available grant money for walkway improvements, and a proposed budget increase, while the Librarian's Report included updates on grants, program attendance, and new library cards issued.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
The meeting, attended by J. LaFever, R. LaFever, S. Shoemaker, M. Greenberg, J. Aikens, and A. Corvelo, was called to order at 6:04 pm, where the January minutes were approved with R. LaFever abstaining. Key discussions included a Treasurer's report on available funds for construction projects, pending grants, and program attendance, with the next meeting scheduled for March 26, 2025, at 6 pm.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
The meeting, attended by J. LaFever, S. Shoemaker, M. Greenberg, J. Aikens, and A. Corvelo, commenced at 6:29 pm and included the approval of the December 2024 meeting minutes and the Treasurer’s Report, with a discussion on the ballot measure postponed until February. The Librarian reported on upcoming programs, grant deadlines, and facility updates, and the meeting concluded with a motion to maintain the current officer positions before adjourning at 7:42 pm, with the next meeting scheduled for February 26, 2025, at 6 pm.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
The meeting, attended by several members and a guest, focused on awarding scholarships and discussed adjustments to the evaluation rubric, ultimately deciding to award two Hugh Lee Scholarships. Additionally, the Treasurer's and Librarian's reports highlighted financial updates, upcoming programs, and community engagement initiatives, with the next meeting scheduled for June 26th at 6 pm.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
The meeting, attended by S. Shoemaker, M. Greenberg, J. Aikens, and A. Corvelo, was called to order at 6:15 pm, where the March 2024 meeting minutes were approved, along with the Treasurer’s Report that included updates on library programs and financial decisions. The Librarian’s Report highlighted library usage statistics, upcoming scholarship deadlines, and ongoing projects, with the next meeting scheduled for May 29th at 6 pm before adjourning at 6:52 pm.
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The meeting held on February 2024 approved the minutes and discussed various financial updates, including the availability of $28,000 from O’Connor and the upcoming Lichtenberg bond maturation. Additionally, new proposals for community programs and library improvements were presented, with the next meeting scheduled for April 24, 2024.