FONDULAC DISTRICT LIBRARY

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

July 31, 2006

 

            Members of the Fondulac District Library Board of Trustees met in regular session on Monday, July 31, 2006.  President Herring called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.

 

            On roll call the following members were present:  Mr. Brimberry, Mrs. Cole, Mr. Goff, Mrs. Herring, Mr. Johnston, Mr. Lasswell and Mr. Mingus.  Also present were Ms. Falasz-Peterson, Director, Miss McKeever, Assistant Director and Mrs. Geier, Administrative Assistant.

 

            M/S/P (Johnston/Mingus) to accept the minutes of the June meeting of the Board of Trustees.

 

            The library statistical report showed receipts of $2,253.49 for July.  There was an increase in circulation for June.

 

            The bills were presented for payment.

 

            M/S/P (Johnston/Brimberry) to accept the Treasurer’s Report and payment of bills subject to audit.

 

            Treasurer’s Report:

GENERAL FUND CHECKING

            06/29/06  Balance                                                                       2,040.75

06/06/06  ACH transfer fee                                                                         (40.12)

06/29/06  Deposit – Fines, fees, misc.                                                         197.13

06/30/06  Interest 3066700474                                                                      2.81

07/10/06  Transfer – Investment to checking                                          22,000.00

07/13/06  Checks issued – Payroll                                                        (21,476.85)

07/13/06  Check issued – IDES                                                                (613.30)

07/14/06  Deposit – Fines, fees, misc.                                                         979.81

07/19/06  Voided check 23129                                                                  150.00

07/21/06  Deposit – Fines, fees, misc.                                                         522.95

07/24/06  Transfer – Investment to checking                                          19,000.00

07/27/06  Checks issued – Payroll                                                        (21,256.59)

07/27/06  Checks issued – NCPERS Group Life                                         (52.00)

07/28/06  Deposit – Fines, fees, misc.                                                         553.60

07/28/06  Deposit – RK Dixon refund                                                     8,000.00

07/31/06  Transfer – Working Cash to checking                                    22,500.00

07/31/06  Checks issued – Bills                                                            (31,075.27)

07/31/06  Balance                                                                                   1,432.92

 

GENERAL FUND SAVINGS

06/26/06  Balance                                                                                   3,499.55

06/30/06  Interest 3619307057                                                                        .43

07/31/06  Balance                                                                                   3,499.98

 

GENERAL FUND INVESTMENT

06/26/06  Balance                                                                               106,383.25

06/27/06  Transfer – Investment to reserve                                           (82,000.00)

06/30/06  Interest 7139120393                                                                  784.85

07/07/06  Deposit – Replacement taxes                                                 19,823.94

07/10/06  Transfer – Investment to checking                                         (22,000.00)

07/24/06  Transfer – Investment to checking                                         (19,000.00)

07/31/06  Balance                                                                                   3,992.04

 

WORKING CASH FUND

06/26/06  Balance                                                                               265,170.07

06/30/06  Interest 7139120401                                                               1,053.57

07/31/06  Transfer – Working cash to checking                                    (22,500.00)

07/31/06  Balance                                                                               243,723.64

 

RESERVE FUND

06/26/06  Balance                                                                            1,310,702.42

06/27/06  Transfer – Investment to Reserve                                           82,000.00

06/30/06  Interest 7139120419                                                               5,250.63

07/31/06  Balance                                                                            1,397,953.05

 

ENTERPRISE FUND

06/26/06  Balance                                                                                 29,323.91

06/29/06  Deposit – Rent                                                                           250.00

06/30/06  Interest 6900342215                                                                      5.44

07/14/06  Deposit – Rent                                                                           620.00

07/28/06  Deposit – Rent                                                                           250.00

07/31/06  Checks issued – Bills                                                                 (289.00)

07/31/06  Balance                                                                                 30,160.35

 

            Mrs. Geier made three authorized transfers this month.  The first  on the 11th was for $22,000, the second on the 25th for $19,000 and the third on the 28th for $22,500.  The first two transfers were from the Investment Account to the Checking Account.  The third transfer was from the Working Cash Fund to the Checking Account.

 

            Ms. Falasz-Peterson reported that RSA met to choose a new vendor for the circulation system.  As there is not a signed contract at this time, there will be more information next month.  Ms. Falasz-Peterson stated that the new system would not be up and running for a year and there will be no planned increase in cost for five years.

 

            Our annual audit will be held the week of August 21st.  The auditor emphasized that they would still be able to meet our deadlines of September 20th  and October 23rd. 

 

            Miss McKeever reported that once again the Summer Reading Program was a great success.  601 children participated.  The final party will be held at Splashdown on Tuesday, August 8th from 7:00-9:00.  So far there are 439 people registered to attend.  She also reported that we are having an extended reading program.  This program came out of the E.P. Chamber Leadership School project.  Kids are encouraged to continue to read to win a trip to a Peoria Chiefs game.

 

            The new nametags for staff and board have arrived.  Staff is being encouraged to wear them daily.

 

            There was some discussion on the CD at Fondulac Banking Center. 

M/S/P (Johnston/Mingus) to renew the CD at Fondulac Banking Center for three months.

 

            Mr. Lasswell reported on the seminar he attended, “Deal Your Nonprofit a Winning Hand.” 

 

            The board discussed the appraisal on the Stoll property.  The appraisal came in at $138,000.   Mr. Brimberry suggested possibly finding a lot and moving the Stoll house for them.  Mr. Goff stated that he feels that by providing an appraisal, the library has done their part.  After more discussion, the board decided that they would take no further action at this time.  Ms. Falasz-Peterson will draft a letter to the Stolls stating the board’s decision.

 

            M/S/P (Johnston/Lasswell) to accept Maintenance Levy Ordinance #06-235.  On roll call, all present voting yea.

 

            Mr. Lasswell and Mrs. Cole were appointed to review the minutes of Fiscal Year 2005-06.

 

            Mr. Johnston reported on ALS news.  He stated that Kitty Pope has signed a six year contract.  She will be executive director until 2012.

 

            Mr. Goff suggested that we take the opportunity at the August 10th meeting with PSA to “hammer” out what each of our jobs will be.

 

            Mr. Johnston made a motion to adjourn at 7:15 p.m.