JANUARY BOARD MINUTES
2010
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January 11, 2010
President Arlene Jaguszewski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
President Jaguszewski led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, Gary Lewis, Lila Marek and Arlene Jaguszewski. Trustee Alice Vilimek was absent. Also present: Attorney Safaa Zarzour and Director Rose Taylor.
2010 - 5 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the agenda noting that the date on the agenda should read January 11, 2010.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski..
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 - 6 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the regular meeting minutes of December 14, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 - 7 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the regular meeting closed session minutes of December 14, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 - 8 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the special meeting minutes of December 14, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
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2010 - 9 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the special meeting closed session minutes of December 14, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 - 10 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the special meeting minutes of January 4, 2010.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 - 11 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to table item #10 on the agenda, approval of the closed session minutes of January 4, 2010.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 - 12 Motion by Trustee Kasten and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the four consent agenda items as listed.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
Under the Director’s Report: Director Taylor discussed the SWAN quarterly report; Foster Family Program; Treasurer’s bond company; Trustee Training; FOIA training at Prairie Trails; ADT fire box was installed; phone line contracts; staff luncheon and early voting.
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There was no attorney’s report.
Under Committee Reports: Trustee Lewis discussed having quarterly discussions regarding finance.
President Jaguszewski read correspondence she had received from Julie Soto to the Board.
2010 - 13 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Bradley that the correspondence received by Julie Soto be placed in her employee file.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
Trustee Lewis stated they are waiting for responses regarding the roof leaks and that no water testing can be done until the temperature reaches and sustains 40 degrees.
2010 - 14 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to table the meeting room policy.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 - 15 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the Trustee Forum 2010 workshop for all trustees who wish to go.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
Under New Business: Approval of Time Clocks, Trustee Carben discussed the issue of time clocks and stated that this issue should be researched under separate committee.
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Items for the next agenda: Mr. Bishop should be asked to attend the February meeting.
2010 - 16 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to go into closed session for matters of personnel and pending litigation.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
7:55 p.m.
President Jaguszewski reconvened the regular meeting at 9:55 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, Gary Lewis, Lila Marek and Arlene Jaguszewski. Trustee Alice Vilimek was absent. Also present: Attorney Safaa Zarzour and Director Rose Taylor.
2010 - 17 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the 2010 budget with changes in personnel wages and salaries as discussed.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 2 Trustees Bradley and Carben.
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion Carried.
2010 – 18 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Marek to adjourn the meeting.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays, Motion Carried
The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
December Board Meeting
2009
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President Arlene Jaguszewski called the meeting to order at 7:29 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, Gary Lewis, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Arlene Jaguszewski.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Jaguszewski led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2009 - 96 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the agenda.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, and Jaguszewski. Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 - 97 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the regular meeting minutes of November 9, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Abstain: 1 Trustee Lewis.
Motion Carried.
2009 - 98 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the closed session minutes of November 9, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Abstain: 1 Trustee Lewis.
Motion Carried.
2009 - 99 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the 4 consent agenda items with the change in 7D from $165,000.00 to $190,000.00.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Lewis and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 1 Trustee Carben.
Motion Carried.
Director Taylor gave her report discussing the Unique Collection Agency; Budget items;
and Dept. Head meetings. Trustee Lewis stated that any help he could provide to Julie Soto regarding the school districts he would be happy to help. Director Taylor also stated what a wonderful job Julie Soto did at the Elfin Library at the Village’s Winter Wonderland. It was recommended by the Board that a letter be placed in Julie’s file.
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There was no Attorney’s Report.
Under Unfinished Business: Trustee Lewis and Attorney Zarzour discussed the presentation made by Brian Burrows to Frega & Associates. Another meeting will be scheduled next week and another water test will be most likely be done in the Spring.
2009 - 100 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to table the meeting room policy until the January meeting.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, and Jaguszewski. Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 – 101 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to go into closed session for matters of personnel and possible litigation.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, and Jaguszewski. Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
7:50 p.m.
2009 – 102 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to hold a Special Meeting on Monday, January 4, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. to address/approve the 2010 budget.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays the Motion Carried.
2009 – 103 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to adjourn the meeting.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays the Motion Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:27 p.m.
Board Meeting Minute of September 14, 2009
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President Arlene Jaguszewski called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Gary Lewis, Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, , Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Arlene Jaguszewski.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Jaguszewski led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2009 - 64 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the agenda including the changes of removing item #5, presentation by Brian Barrows and adding 13C under Unfinished Business, Early Voting Site.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 - 65 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the Regular meeting minutes of August 10, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 - 66 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Lewis to approve the Closed Session minutes of August 10, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Kasten and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 - 67 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the four consent agenda items as presented.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Kasten, Lewis and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
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Julie Soto, Head of Youth Services, gave a presentation to the Board which included distribution of the September/October calendar and a review of the new programs added since 2008, outreach and community support and increased services of the Youth Services Department.
The Director's report was given by Director Taylor which included reports on the 2nd annual book sale; the completion of the grant for SWAN; meeting room policy; Leone, Inc. raised their check fees again; and the Zagat Foundation is sending books overseas and the library offered children's books and other books to other organizations that did not sell in the book sale.
Under the Attorney report Mr. Zarzour stated he was working with Brian Barrows regarding the roof leaks.
Under Committee reports Trustee Vilimek reported that the meeting room policy is the next policy to be reviewed and revised.
Under Unfinished Business: Trustee Lewis discussed the meeting with Brian Barrows and provided the Board with information from the meeting including the correction of the roof leaks; discussion of the front entrance glass problem; the problems with the design and shop drawings.
Director Taylor discussed the financial procedures and explained in detail how the bills are sorted, coded per the line item the bill will be paid from and the further process of those that prepare the checks, the report to the board for approval of all bills and the audit process.
Trustee Lewis discussed the Early Voting location for the February 2, 2010 primary election. This item had already been voted on and approved by the Board at an earlier meeting.
Under New Business: Director Taylor discussed the changes in the building insurance policy and related fees. Director Taylor was requested to get comparable quotes with the changes regarding automobile liability.
2009 -68 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the renewal of the building insurance from Hiel and Hiel, or a comparable vedor not to exceed $12,700.00.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Kasten, Lewis, Marek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
The Board discussed the Photo/Video Release Policy.
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2009 - 69 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to table the approval of the Photo/Video Release Policy.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Vilimek, Bradley, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
Director Taylor reviewed the Illinois Library Laws & Rules, Jan.2008, 75ILCS5, per the per capita grant.
2009 - 70 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to go into closed session for a matter of personnel.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
8:45 p.m.
Upon roll call, at 9:26 p.m., the following Trustees were present: Gary Lewis, Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, , Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Arlene Jaguszewski.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
2009 - 71 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Kasten to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m.
Board Meeting Minutes from August 10, 2009
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AUGUST 10, 2009
President Arlene Jaguszewski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Gary Lewis, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Arlene Jaguszewski. Trustee Sue Kasten was absent.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney M. Yaser Tabbara.
President Jaguszewski led the Board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2009 - 59 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the agenda.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays MOTION CARRIED.
2009 - 60 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of July 13, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Kasten
Motion Carried.
2009 - 61 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the four consent agenda items.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Kasten
Motion Carried.
Under Director's Report: Director Taylor reported on the part time employees that have left and the new hires; the fire alarm with ADT; the success of Titanic program presented at the library; the fire alarm light above the staff entrance that was not wired; the need of lights in the parking lot; the Young Adult program.
Under Attorney’s Report: Attorney Tabbara gave a short report on the discussion with John Frega and enlisting his cooperation in getting the contractors on board regarding the testing issues. They were hoping for an answer by Monday.
Under Committee Reports: There was no Finance Committee Report. The Policy/By-Laws Committee is scheduled to meet on August 18, 2009 at 1:30 p.m.
Under Unfinished Business: 10A – The library is waiting for the last test to be completed.
10B – Trustee Marek was asked to explain her comments of the last meeting regarding the Library Board’s financial procedures. Trustee Marek stated her position. Attorney Tabbara stated, as a matter of record, that the Library Board is not doing anything illegal in regards to the
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procedures of approval and payments of bills, and that stamped signatures on the approved checks is standard practice and not illegal. 10C – the re-typed director’s review forms were distributed to each board member.
Under New Business: 11A - President Jaguszewski appointed Trustee Sue Kasten as Treasurer. 11B – Director Taylor reviewed the Public Services: Reference and Reader’s Advisory Services per the Capita Grant. 11C – the Library’s wish list was discussed including prices and priorities.
2009 – 62 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to go into closed session for a matter of personnel.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Kasten
Motion Carried.
8:05 p.m.
President Jaguszewski reconvened the meeting at 8:52 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Gary Lewis, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Arlene Jaguszewski. Trustee Sue Kasten was absent.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney m. Yaser Tabbara.
2009 – 63 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays. Motion Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m.
June 2009 Board Meeting Minutes
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President Arlene Jaguszewski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, Gary Lewis, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Arlene Jaguszewski.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Y. Yaser Tabarra.
President Jaguszewski led the Board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2009 - 42 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the agenda.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays.
Motion Carried.
Mr. Brian Barrows of MacBrady & Associates, Inc. gave a progress report on the leaking roof issues. His report included a power point presentation with pictures of the problems in question including, but not limited to, design and application problems; building code issues; pop rivets that were installed; areas that had insulation problems including mold; and skylight testing that still needed to be conducted.
2009 - 43 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 11, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 - 44 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the four consent agenda items as listed.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
Under Director's Report: Director Taylor reported on the MLS Chicago seminar; consortium database costs; Zakat Foundation dinner; and the Summer Reading program.
There was no Attorney's report.
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Under Committee Reports: The Policy and By-Laws committee met on June 2, 2009 to discuss the Board Recognition Policy, the Staff Retirement Policy and the Interlibrary Loan Policy. There was discussion regarding the wording in the Board Recognition Policy as presented.
2009 - 45 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the Board Recognition Policy with the change to include 5 full terms.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Kasten and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 - 46 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the Staff Retirement Recognition Policy.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
Under New Business: President Jagsuzewski made the following committee appointments:
Roof Repair Committee: Chairman, Trustee Gary Lewis.
Finance Committee: Chairman, Treasurer Lila Marek, Trustee Randy Carben and Trustee Gary Lewis.
Policy and By-Laws Committee: Chairman, Trustee Alice Vilimek, Trustee Sue Kasten and Trustee Violet Bradley.
Director Taylor discussed the ILLINET Interlibrary Loan Code.
2009 – 47 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the Budget and Finance Policy to reflect the change of wording of Board involvement from Finance Committee to Board of Trustees including the Finance Committee.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
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2009 – 48 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trusstee Bradley to approve the Interlibrary Loan Policy.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
There Board discussed the ILA conference in
2009 - 49 Motion by Trustee Bradley to approve travel to
The motion failed for lack of a second.
2009 – 50 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to table the approval of travel to
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Lewis, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Kasten and Jaguszewski.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
2009 – 51 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Lewis to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays. Motion Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
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President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the Board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2009 - 36 Motion by President Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the agenda.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays. Motion Carried.
2009 - 37 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of April 13, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Kasten, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Abstain: 1 Trustee Bradley
Motion Carried.
2009 - 38 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the four consent agenda items.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Kasten, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
Under Director's Report: Director Taylor reported on the Zakat Foundation donation and a decision on what was going on the website regarding their donation; Reading Program donations; We The People grant; Macy's Museum grant; American Action Association; roof testing and roof leaks; applications of two grants, a $15,000 literacy for a children's grant; a $50,000 grant for lap top computers; and SWAN was fully operational on April 27, 2009.
There was no Attorney's report.
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Under Committee Reports: The Policy and By-Laws presented the new vacation policy.
Under Unfinished Business: The roof leaks; mold removal and re-installing the insulation was discussed per Brian MacBrady's discussion with Director Taylor.
2009 - 39 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the Budget and Finance Policy.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Kasten and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
The vacation leave policy was discussed and a change to paragraph 5 was noted.
2009 - 40 Motion by President Lewis and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the Vacation Leave Policy with the noted correction on vacation accrual in paragraph #5.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Kasten, Jaguszewski, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
The removal of Board Recognition Policy will be revisited at a future meeting.
President Lewis, under Agenda Item #12, Reorganization of Officers, explained the election process and opened nominations for the following positions: President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer.
Trustee Carben nominated Arlene Jaguszewski for President. President Lewis seconded the nomination. Arlene Jaguszewski accepted the nomination for President.
Trustee Bradley nominated Lila Marek for President. Trustee Vilimek seconded the nomination. Lila Marek declined the nomination for President.
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After three requests for further nominations for President and there being none, nominations for President were closed. There being no opposition, Arlene Jaguszewski was declared President.
President Lewis opened nominations for the position of Vice-President.
President Lewis nominated Randy Carben for Vice-President. Trustee Jaguszewski seconded the nomination. Randy Carben accepted the nomination for Vice-President.
After three requests for further nominations for Vice-President and there being none, nominations for Vice-President were closed. There being no opposition, Randy Carben was declared Vice-President.
President Lewis opened nominations for the position of Secretary.
Trustee Jaguszewski nominated Alice Vilimek for Secretary. President Lewis seconded the nomination. Alice Vilimek accepted the nomination for Secretary.
After three requests for further nominations for Secretary and there being none, nominations for Secretary were closed. There being no opposition, Alice Vilimek was declared Secretary.
President Lewis opened nominations for the position of Treasurer.
Trustee Kasten nominated Lila Marek for Treasurer. President Lewis seconded the nomination. Lila Marek accepted the nomination for Treasurer.
After three requests for further nominations for Treasurer and there being none, nominations for Treasurer were closed. There being no opposition, Lila Marek was declared Treasurer.
Items for the next agenda will include reorganization of committees and Board Recognition Policy.
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2009 - 41 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by President Jaguszewski to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all ayes and no nays. Motion Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Board Meeting Minutes
February 9, 2009
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President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Trustee Violet Bradley and Arlene Jaguszewski were absent.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2009–8 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the agenda.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion Carried.
2009-9 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the Regular meeting minutes of January 12, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Carben, Kasten, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Jaguszewski
Motion Carried.
2009-10 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the Closed Session meeting minutes of January 12, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, Carben, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Jaguszewski
Motion Carried.
2009-11 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Marek to acknowledge, accept and place on record the By-Laws Committee minutes of August 20, 2008, August 28, 2008, September 10, 2008, September 25, 2008 and January 21, 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Carben, Kasten and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Jaguszewski.
Motion Carried.
2009-12 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the four consent agenda items as presented.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Carben, Kasten and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Jaguszewski.
Motion Carried.
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The Director's report was given by Director Taylor which included reports on partnering with Bridgeview Bank for adult programs; Department Heads to attend Board meetings; Patron Book Club; tax preparer's at the library; and Best of Bridgeview plaque.
Under attorney report Mr. Zarzour discussed the meetings to be set up regarding the roof leaks; water testing; warranties; and still in need of library construction drawings.
Under New Business: There was in-depth discussion regarding employee definitions; personal leave policy; and funeral leave policy. Director Taylor discussed the Life insurance changes and the insurance representative will be invited to attend the next Board meeting. There was discussion regarding Director Taylor attending the On the Front Lines Conference on March 16, 17 & 18, 2009.
President Gary Lewis appointed Director Rose Taylor as the Library Ethics Officer.
2009 - 13 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to go into Closed Session for matters of personnel.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Vilimek, Carben, Kasten, Marek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Jaguszewski.
Motion Carried.
8:22 p.m.
President Gary Lewis reconvened the regular meeting at 8:41 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Randy Carben, Sue Kasten, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis. Trustees Violet Bradley and Arlene Jaguszewski were absent. Also present were Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
2009 - 14 Motion by Trustee Kasten and seconded by Trustee Marek to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
December 8, 2008
President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Alice Vilimek, Lila Marek, Sue Kasten, Arlene Jaguszewski and Gary Lewis.
Trustees Violet Bradley and Randy Carben were absent.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2008 – 105 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the agenda with the correction of the wording from approval of closed session minutes to release of closed session minutes and the dates on Agenda #7.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
Mr. Brian Barrows, Senior Consultant, with Mac Brady Associates, Inc., professional roof consultants, gave a power point presentation of their photos of the library roof inspection and explained the findings of their inspection.
2008 – 106 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 10, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, Jaguszewski and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Carben.
Motion carried.
2008 – 107 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the release of the closed session meetings dated March 13, 2006; April 9, 2007 and August 11, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, Jaguszewski and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Carben.
Motion carried.
2008 - 108 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the four consent agenda items as listed.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Kasten, Jaguszewski and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Carben..
Motion carried.
The Director’s report was given by Director Taylor which included reports on terminating the outside cleaning service; the staff Christmas party; the audit report; the quarterly MLS meeting; and records retention.
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There was no Attorney’s report.
Under Committee reports the Policy/By-Laws committee stated they will be meeting again after the holidays.
Under Unfinished business: The Director’s evaluation packet was distributed and President Lewis requested that all evaluations be returned to him prior to the January meeting and the evaluations will be discussed in a closed session meeting in January.
Items for the next agenda: budget and Director evaluation.
2008 – 109 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the Board meeting dates for 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Kasten, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Carben.
Motion carried.
The Board meeting dates for 2009 are as follows:
January 12, 2009
February 9, 2009
March 9, 2009
April 13, 2009
May 11, 2009
June 8, 2009
July 13, 2009
August 10, 2009
September 14, 2009
*October 19, 2009 – 3rd Monday
*The October meeting will be the 3rd Monday of October due to the Columbus Day federal holiday.
November 9, 2009
December 14, 2009
Meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Landek Room, lower level of the Library.
2008 – 110 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the Library holidays for 2009.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Kasten, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Bradley and Carben.
Motion carried.
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The Library holidays for 2009 are as follows:
New Years Day – January 1, 2009
Presidents’ Day – February 16, 2009
Easter Sunday – April 12, 2009
Mother’s Day – May 10, 2009
Memorial Day – May 25, 2009
Independence Day – July 4, 2009
Labor Day – September 7, 2009
Columbus Day – October 12, 2009
Thanksgiving Day – November 26, 2009
Day after Thanksgiving – November 27, 2009
Christmas Eve – December 24, 2009
Christmas Day – December 25, 2009
New Year’s Eve – December 31, 2009
2008 – 111 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Marek to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
October Board Minutes 2008
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October 20, 2008
President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Alice Vilimek, Lila Marek, Sue Kasten and Gary Lewis.
Trustees Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, and Arlene Jaguszewski were absent.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2008 – 89 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the agenda adding Ms. Bilek to address the Board prior to the consent agenda items.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
2008 – 90 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of September 8, 2008 with the correction of adding Trustee Sue Kasten’s name to the Trustees in attendance.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 3 Trustees Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Motion carried.
Mary Bilek of
2008 – 91 Motion by Trustee Vilimek and seconded by Trustee Kasten to approve the four (4) consent agenda items as listed.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Kasten, Marek, Vilimek, and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 3 Trustees Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Motion carried.
The Director’s report was given by Director Taylor which included reports on the Premier Showcase; Bridgeview Bank Piggy bank; Department of Labor claim results; the new staff member; roof quotes; air conditioning status; and the water bill.
Under the Attorney’s report: Due to the content of his report it would be given in closed session.
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Under Committee reports the Policy/By-Laws committee stated they have had 2 meetings.
Under Finance Committee: there was discussion regarding presenting the budget at the next regular meeting and calling a special meeting to present any questions and issues regarding the budget.
Director Taylor discussed the proposed health insurance contaract.
2008 - 92 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the health insurance contract as presented.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Kasten, and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 3 Trustees Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Motion carried.
Under New Business: The Board discussed the maintenance contracts for the air conditioning that were presented from Purco and Inland; moving the air conditioners and the air conditioning noise levels.
Items for the next agenda: budget; maintenance contracts; and Director evaluation.
2008 – 93 Motion by Trustee Vilimek and seconded by Trustee Kasten to go into closed session for a matter of possible litigation and review of closed session minutes.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Kasten and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 3 Trustees Bradley, Carben and Jaguszewski.
Motion carried. 8:00 p.m.
President Gary Lewis reconvened the meeting at 8:37 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Alice Vilimek, Lila Marek, Sue Kasten and Gary Lewis. Trustees Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, and Arlene Jaguszewski were absent.
2008 – 94 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
Minutes of July 14, 2008
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President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, and Gary Lewis.
Trustee Alice Vilimek was absent.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2008 – 66 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the agenda with the following changes; Item 14D under Unfinished Business will be moved to 15D under New Business and the ILA Conference will be added to New Business under 15E.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
2008 – 67 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of June 9, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek, Bradley and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek.
Motion carried.
2008 – 68 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the Treasurer’s Report dated June, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion carried.
2008 - 69 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve prepaid bills in the amount of $4,775.64 for checks 32627 – 32635.
Ayes: 5 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion carried.
2008 - 70 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve bills in the amount of $74,378.25 for checks numbered 32637 – 32687.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Marek, Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion Carried.
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2008 - 71 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Carben to transfer $100,000.00 from the Illinois Funds account to the Bridgeview Bank checking account to cover checks 32627 - 32687 and the August 1st and August 15th payrolls.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion Carried.
The Director’s report was given by Director Taylor which included reports on the mold in the building; Grants; SWAN conversion; and 2 year loan roll over at Bridgeview Bank.
Mr. Tom Purl of Purco reported and discussed on the air conditioner problems and solutions for the library.
Under Attorney’s Report: Attorney Zarzour reported on the performance bonds which ended in November, 2007; the roof leaks; the air conditioner problems; and potential legal action. The Board requested that George Mitchell give Attorney Zarzour all the numbers available for Carrier and Poulos and have the attorney call and report to the Board.
There were no committee reports.
Under New Business: President Lewis stated that George will call Carrier regarding the air conditioner; and Attorney Zarzour will contact Poulos regarding the roof leaks
2008 - 72 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the By-Laws as presented.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion Carried.
President Lewis explained the consent agenda that will be placed on the next agenda.
2008 - 73 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the fence replacement around the air conditioning unit not to exceed $4,000.00.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek, Bradley, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion Carried.
2008 - 74 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve a $250,000.00, 2 year roll over on the loan at Bridgeview Bank at prime plus 1%.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion Carried.
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The ILA Conference, September 24, 25, and 26, 2008 was discussed. The full conference is $150.00 and participation in Trustee Day only is $125.00.
President Lewis introduced board applicant Sue Kasten. The Board reviewed her resume and Mrs. Kasten discussed her interest in the library board.
2008 - 75 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to accept the application of Sue Kasten to fill the Board vacancy.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Jaguszewski, Carben, Bradley, Marek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Vilimek
Motion Carried.
Mrs. Sue Kasten will be sworn in at the next regular meeting.
2008 – 76 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Bradley to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
June 9, 2008
President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor, Assistant Director Kinzel and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2008 – 59 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the agenda.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
2008 – 60 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 12, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Lewis
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2008 – 61 Motion by trustee Lewis and seconded by trustee Vilimek to approve the Closed Session Minutes of April 14, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, and Lewis
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2008 - 62 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the Treasurer’s Report dated May, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2008 - 63 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve bills in the amount of $55,875.34 for checks 32580 – 32626.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2008 - 64 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Bradley to transfer $115,875.00 from the Illinois Funds account to the Bridgeview Bank checking account to cover checks 32580 - 32626 and the June 15th, July 1st and July 15th payrolls.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion Carried.
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The Director’s report was given by Director Taylor which included donations received; scheduled summer programs for children and adults; and department reports.
Under Attorney’s Report: Information was provided regarding the proposed TIF area at 79th &
There were no Committee Reports.
Under Unfinished Business: There were continued discussions regarding the air conditioner repairs; the roof leaks; the drainage system and bylaws. Attorney Zarzour is to review the bond for the roof leaks. The Board discussed and made recommendations for additions and/or changes to the proposed by-laws.
Under New Business: President Lewis discussed adding an omnibus vote for all financial matters on the next agenda.
President Lewis welcomed and introduced the guests in the audience and then made a plaque presentation to past board member, Mrs. Fran Green, for her 18 years of dedicated service to the Bridgeview Public Library. Cake and coffee will be served after the meeting.
2008 - 65 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to adjourn.
Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
May 12, 2008
President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis. Also present: Director Rose Taylor, Assistant Director Kinzel and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2008 – 45 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the agenda, including the postponing of Item #5, presentation to Fran Green and moving Item 16A to 16D. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
2008 – 46 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of April 14, 2008. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 5 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Lewis Nays: 0 Abstain: 1 Trustee Carben Motion carried.
2008 – 47 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Bradley to accept
the Policy/By-Laws Committee minutes of March 24, 2008. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
2008 - 48 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the Treasurer’s Report dated April, 2008. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion carried.
2008 - 49 Motion by Trustee Bradley and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve prepaid bills in the amount of $4,279.73. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 6 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion carried.
2008 - 50 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve bills in the amount of $57,283.82 for checks 32529 – 32579. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 6 Trustees Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion carried.
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2008 - 51 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Carben to transfer $120,000.00 from the Illinois Funds account to the Bridgeview Bank checking account to cover checks 32529 - 32579 and the May 15th and June 1st, 2008 payrolls. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion Carried.
The Director’s report was given by Director Taylor including the proposed summer program Reading to the Dogs; web-site update; insurance cost research.; SWAN update; and per capita Grant.
There was no attorney’s report.
Under Committee Reports the Policy/By-Laws committee distributed the new Policy/ By-Laws to the Board for review.
Under unfinished business the Board discussed the proposed CDK Accounting contract.
2008 - 52 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the CDK Accounting contract. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion Carried.
Also under unfinished business were discussions regarding the air conditioner repairs, drainage problems and the roof leaks. There was a meeting with Rudy from Frega & Associates and also with Steve Kozerowitz and Mr. Frega.
The Board discussed the
2008 – 53 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the use of the Landek Room for early voting in October. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion Carried.
Nominations and Election of Officers followed.
2008 – 54 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to nominate Gary Lewis as President. There being no other nominations the nominations for President were closed. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried
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2008 -55 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to nominate Arlene Jaguszewski as Vice-President. There being no other nominations the nominations for Vice-President were closed. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried
2008 – 56 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to nominate Lila Marek as Secretary. There being no other nominations the nominations for Secretary were closed. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried
2008 – 57 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to nominate Randy Carben as Treasurer. There being no other nominations the nominations for Treasurer were closed. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried
Items for the next agenda: resumes from applicants to fill the vacancy on the board and closed session meeting minutes of April 14, 2008.
2008 – 58 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to adjourn. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
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March 10, 2008
President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Fran Green, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis. Absent: Trustee Randy Carben
Also present: Director Rose Taylor, Assistant Director Kinzel and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2008 – 25 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the agenda. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
2008 – 26 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Green to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 11, 2008. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 5 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, and Lewis Nays: 0 Absent: 1 Trustee Carben Abstain: 1 Trustee Bradley Motion carried.
2008 – 27 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the Closed Session minutes of February 11, 2008 with correction as noted. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 6 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Lewis Nays: 0 Absent: 1 Trustee Carben Motion carried.
2008 – 28 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the minutes of the Policy and By-Laws committee. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
Trustee Carben arrived at 7:15 p.m.
2008 – 29 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Lewis to accept
Treasurer’s Report dated February 29, 2008. Upon roll call vote: Ayes:6 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski and Lewis. Nays:1 Trusetee Green Motion carried.
2008 -30 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Green to approve the prepaid bills in the amount of $7,617.26. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 7 Trustees Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion carried.
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2008 - 31 Motion by Trustee Green and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve bills in the amount of $60,494.66 for checks 32427 – 32469. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion carried.
2008 - 32 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Bradley to transfer $110,000.00 from the Illinois Funds account to the Bridgeview Bank checking account to cover checks 32423 - 32469 and the March 15th and April 1st payrolls. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 7 Trustees Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley and Lewis. Nays: 0 Motion carried.
The Director’s report was given by Director Taylor.
There was no Attorney’s report.
The Policy/By-Laws committee reported that they would need another meeting before presenting any changes to the Board.
There was discussion regarding Legislative Day in
There was discussion regarding the
2008 – 33 Motion by Trustee Lewis to table the vote on the
Motion failed for lack of second.
There was further discussion about the
2008 – 34 Motion by Trustee Green and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve one trustee to attend the
Upon roll call vote: Ayes: 3 Trustees Bradley, Green and Marek. Nays: 4 Trustees Carben, Jaguszewski, Vilimek and Lewis. Motion failed.
Trustee Fran Green, with deep regret, tendered her resignation from the Library Board. Each Board member, with respect and regret for her resignation, thanked Fran for all her years of service.
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George Mitchell gave a report on the discussions with Frega & Associates regarding the status of repairs on the roof, and air conditioning. Trustee Lewis stated he has e-mailed Mr. Steve Kozerowitz regarding repairs.
2008 – 35 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Bradley to adjourn. Upon voice vote with all Ayes and no Nays the Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Board Meeting Minutes of February 11, 2008
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President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Randy Carben, Fran
Green, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Absent: Trustee Violet Bradley
Also present: Director Rose Taylor, Assistant Director Kinzel and Attorney
Safaa Zarzour.
President Lewis led the board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2008 - 17 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Green to
approve the agenda.
Upon voice vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek,
Green and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
2008 - 18 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Marek to
approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of January 14, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek,
Vilimek, and Lewis
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
2008 - 19 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee
Marek to accept
Treasurer's Report dated January 31, 2008.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek,
Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
2008 - 20 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Carben to
approve the prepaid bills in the amount of $8,064.61.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek,
Vilimek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
2008 - 21 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski, and seconded by Trustee
Vilimek to approve bills in the amount of $63,150.26 for checks 32374 -
32432..
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Carben, Green,
Jaguszewski, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
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2008 - 22 Motion by Trustee Green and seconded by Trustee Marek to
transfer $90,000.00 from the Illinois Funds account to the Bridgeview Bank
checking account to cover checks 32369 - 32422 and the February 15th and
March 1st payrolls..
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Vilimek, Carben, Green,
Jaguszewski, Marek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
The Director's report was given by Director Taylor.
There was no Attorney's report.
2008 - 23 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to
approve the donation of books in memory of Dan Green and Jimmy Wiser.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek,
Vilimek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
Mr. Dean Bryan gave a presentation of SWAN.
2008 - 24 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee
Jaguszewski to go into Closed Session for a matter of personnel.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek,
Vilimek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
8:14 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Randy Carben, Fran
Green, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Absent: Trustee Violet Bradley
Meeting resumed at 8:22 p.m.
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2008 - 25 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Green to
adjourn.
Upon voice vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Vilimek, Carben, Green,
Jaguszewski, Marek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustee Bradley.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting of November 12, 2007
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President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Fran Green, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor, Assistant Director Lori Wiser and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
2007 – 148 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the agenda moving Mr. Kozerowitz’s report from #12 to after approval of bills and a correction on 18B from Staff Accommodation to Staff Commendations.
Upon voice vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2007 – 149 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to table the approval of the October 15, 2007 Special Meeting minutes and place this item on the December 10, 2007 agenda.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2007 – 150 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to approve the regular meeting minutes of October 15, 2007.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2007 – 151 Motion by Trustee Green and seconded by Trustee Marek to accept the Treasurer’s Report dated October 31, 2007.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Green, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
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2007 – 152 Motion by Trustee Green and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the prepaid bills in the amount of $7,119.86
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
A report was given by Mr. Steve Kozerowitz regarding the bids on the generator. All bids came in over budget and he has suggested that the generator bids be broken into smaller pieces over the next three years and consider purchasing a reconditioned generator. He will call generator suppliers to inquire as to reconditioned generators and will speak to Mr. Bill Cronch regarding the Village replacing the public works generator and the possibility of the library acquiring the old one from the Village. He also discussed the air conditioning problems and reported he has spoken to Carrier and Mr. Frega. It was stated that Carrier will oversee the installation using the contractor that Carrier recommends. There was further discussion regarding Carrier selecting the contractor and legal action against either Poulos and/or Frega.
Ms. Laura Serritella of Simplex Grinnel gave a report on the fire sprinkler system and backflow preventer proposed contract.
Ms. Anisa Abdalnour was to address the board but was not at the meeting. Mr. Zarzour had spoken to Ms. Abdalnour regarding the damaged sink incident.
Director Taylor gave her report which included raising the international fax fee to $5.00 per page; December will have a “food for fines” program; and Library grants received from Wal-Mart and the State Library.
Trustee Green stated that the Finance portion of the agenda will be discussed in Closed Session because it pertains to a matter of personnel.
Trustee Vilimek gave a Policy/By-Laws report of their meeting of October 30, 2007, which included adding that employees must work 20 hours a week to be eligible for holiday pay.
2007 – 153 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the policy change under Holiday Pay to add that employees must work 20 hours a week to be eligible for holiday pay.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Vilimek, Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
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A Special Meeting will be held on Monday, November 26, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. to allow for the accountant to provide the board with all budget items for discussion.
Director Taylor discussed budget items listed on the proposed budget.
The elevator repairs that are needed were discussed.
2007 – 154 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Lewis to approve elevator repairs not to exceed 44,500.00 based on three bids.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2007 – 155 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Lewis to place a letter of commendation in employee Sandy Lindberg’s file.
Upon voice vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
2007 – 156 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Vilimek to go into closed session for a matter of personnel.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
9:14 p.m.
President Gary Lewis reconvened the meeting to order at 9:58 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Fran Green, Arlene Jaguszewski, Lila Marek, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
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2007 – 157 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to adjourn.
Upon voice vote:
Ayes: 7 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Green, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Special Board Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007
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President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Fran Green, Arlene Jaguszewski, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Absent: Trustees Randy Carben and Lila Marek.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor, Assistant Director Lori Wiser and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
2007 – 158 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to approve the agenda.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Bradley, Green, Jaguszewski, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Carben and Marek.
Motion carried.
2007 – 159 Motion by Trustee Green and seconded by Trustee Jaguszewski to go into closed session for a matter of personnel.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski, Vilimek, Bradley and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Carben and Marek.
Motion carried.
6:12 p.m.
President Lewis reconvened the meeting at 7:15 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Fran Green, Arlene Jaguszewski, Alice Vilimek and Gary Lewis.
Absent: Trustees Randy Carben and Lila Marek.
2007 – 160 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the 2008 Budget as presented including the reorganization.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski, Vilimek, Bradley and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Carben and Marek.
Motion carried.
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2007 – 161 Motion by Trustee Vilimek and seconded by Trustee Bradley to adjourn.
Upon voice vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Bradley, Green, Jaguszewski, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: Trustees Carben and Marek.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Board Meeting Minutes of December 10, 2007
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President Gary Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Upon roll call the following Trustees were present: Violet Bradley, Randy Carben, Lila Marek and Gary Lewis.
Absent: Trustees Fran Green, Arlene Jaguszewski and Alice Vilimek.
Also present: Director Rose Taylor and Attorney Safaa Zarzour.
2007 – 162 Motion by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the agenda.
Upon voice vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Marek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 3 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski and Vilimek.
Motion carried.
2007 – 163 Motion by Trustee Bradley and seconded by Trustee Marek to approve the Special Meeting Minutes of October 15, 2007.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Carben, Marek, Bradley and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 3 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski and Vilimek.
Motion carried.
2007 – 164 Motion by Trustee Marek and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2007.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Marek, Bradley, Carben and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 3 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski and Vilimek.
Motion carried.
2007 – 165 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Bradley to approve the Special Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 2 Trustees Bradley and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Abstain: 2 Trustees Marek and Carben.
Absent: 3 Trustees Green, Jaguszewski and Vilimek.
Motion failed for lack of majority vote.
Trustee Arlene Jaguszewski arrived at 7:05 p.m.
2007 – 166 Motion by Trustee Carben and seconded by Trustee Bradley to re-vote on the approval of the Special Meeting Minutes of November 26, 2007.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 3 Trustees Bradley, Jaguszewski and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Abstain: 2 Trustees Marek and Carben.
Absent: 2 Trustees Green and Vilimek.
Motion carried.
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2007 – 167 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Lewis to approve the Treasurer’s Report dated November 30, 2007.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 2 Trustees Green and Vilimek.
Motion carried.
Trustee Alice Vilimek arrived at 7:11 p.m.
2007 – 168 Motion by Trustee Jaguszewski and seconded by Trustee Carben to approve the prepaid bills and regular bills in the amount of $69,934.52.
Upon roll call vote:
Ayes: 6 Trustees Bradley, Carben, Jaguszewski, Marek, Vilimek and Lewis.
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 Trustees Green.
Motion carried.
Trustee Marek requested that all informational papers given to the board be dated and signed and that this request be made a part of the minutes.