Lib 06-07-06
City of Cupertino
Library Commission Minutes
Regular Meeting
June 7, 2006
1. CALL TO ORDER
At 7: 13 p.m. Sheila Mohan called the meeting to order at Cupertino City Hall, 10300
Torre Avenue, Conference Room C, Cupertino.
2. ROLL CALL
Commissioners: Janet Riddell, Kathy Stakey, Susanna Tsai, Sheila Mohan
City/County Library Staff: Mary-Ann Wallace, Carol Atwood, Melinda Cervantes
Absent: Ron Miller
3. MINUTES
Commissioner Stakey moved to approve the minutes from the April 5, 2006 as amended,
and May 3, 2006 regular meetings. Commissioner Riddell seconded and motion passed
unanimously with Commissioner Miller absent.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Carol Atwood noted that the SCC Library newsletter and the Caltech newsletter was
included in the packet.
6. CITY OF CUPERTINO LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
Mary-Ann Wallace reviewed the monthly report (attached).
7. COUNTY LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
Melinda Cervantes reviewed her monthly report (attached).
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Budget
Kathy Stakey reported that she attended the budget public hearing and that the
Council has decided to separate the $120,000 for the cost of extra library hours
out of the commission budget. She also gave the City Council the April statistics.
B. Aquarium Maintenance Cost
Kathy asked if there was any concern with funding for the maintenance. Carol
Atwood stated that the donor is paying for all maintenance for the first five years
and 50% of the cost the next five years.
9. OLD BUSINESS
June 7,2006
Library Commission Minutes
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A. Newspaper Displays at Library
Mary-Ann discussed the concerns of Mr. Bernard Kalvelage and passed out a
summary of the issues. She will have the new adult program librarian take a look
at what can be done. In addition, she is working with staff to get newspapers out
to the public as soon as possible. Discussion followed.
B. Outstanding Building Issues
Carol Atwood reported that the 2006/07 budget includes improved lighting in the
children's area, a rail and display for the aquarium, improved lighting for the
lobby desk and modifications to the "slide" next to the staircase for a total cost of
$120,000. This $120,000 is separated from the $120,000 mentioned in items 8A.
C. Friends of the Library
Kathy Stakey reported that the Friends had a very successful book sale ($8,900)
and thanked everyone for volunteering. They continue to make money on the
donated cell phones. In addition, the Friends have committed to purchase a self-
check machine for upstairs.
D. Library Foundation
Mary Ann Wallace reported that the Foundation is excited because the fund
raising is within $20,000 of the $1.20 million goal. A celebration party is
planned for October 29th in the Community Hall.
10. CALENDAR
The Commission reviewed the calendar as prepared by Susanna Tsai.
11. AGENDA BUILDING
None.
12. REPORTS BY COMMISSIONERS
Sheila Mohan attended the Mayor's breakfast today and reported back on the agenda
items. Kathy Stakey reported that the City Council had discussed that the mobile skate
park might be retired. In addition, she stated that when the library field is in use there is
no parking available for the library patrons.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
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Carol Atwood
Staff Liaison