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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 152-153

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Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.

The Howell Library Board met Tuesday evening March 19, 7:30PM in the library. Present were Mr. Krieger, Mr. Paul Baldwin, Mrs. Hock, Mrs. Hight, Mrs. McCloskey and Mrs. Calvin Gatesman. The minutes of the February 17 meeting were read and approved.

Mrs. Hight reported on observations at Farmington Library, concerning their floors and finishing saying they were waxed and that they were not slippery. Discussion followed about what to be done about our library floors and the question was tabled until summer.

The furnace seems to be all right at the present and Mr. Shinddorf believes it will last until summer. The question can the sheer pin in the stoker be fixed was to be asked as this might be the cause of part of the trouble there seems to be no more roof leaks and as yet Mr. Wallace had not plastered the rear hall.

Since Mrs. Warner's resignation Mrs. Fisher has been working Mrs. Warners hours. Mrs. Weiland who previously gave her time will work Mrs. Fishers hours. Mrs. Fisher is entitled to two weeks sick leave.

Mrs. Hight also reported a bill of $56.86 for a cupboard built by Mr. Daniels This must be paid out of this years budget.

The cost to ceiling the D.A.R. room will be $326.34. It was also suggested that Mr. Field finish the repair work on the furnace so it may be paid out of this years budget.

It was agreed for Mrs. Hight to have necessary help needed. Mrs. Weiland would give her three afternoons a week. It might be necessary for Mrs. Hight to cut book orders.

There was a discussion about 2 closing the library part time, possibly Wednesday nights. for economy reasons, until further notice, for the purpose of helping the present situation. This was moved by Mrs. McCloskey, seconded by Mr. Baldwin. However after further discussion this motion was tabled and moved by Mr. Baldwin, seconded by Mrs. McCloskey and voted unanimously.

The first order of books from the 'Friends of the Library' had been received and were ready to be put in circulation. The board decided to write Mr. Brady, president of the 'Friends' for the splendid work his group is doing.

Work on the budget followed after which the board adjourned, the next meeting to be April 21 at 7:30PM in the library. Respectfully submitted Lillie Gateman, Record. secty.

The Howell Library Board met Tuesday evening May 19, 1959 in the library. Present were Mr. Krieger, Mr. Lyons, Mrs. Hock, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Calvin Gatesman.

Mrs. Hight called attention to the books on display purchased by the Friends of the Library and also the installation of an extension telephone in her office. The fountain is in need of repair and paint and Mrs. Hight was to inquire about the cost for this.

Mr. Lyon brough word from the City Council that yard maintenance and salaries are to be cut. A discussion followed and Mrs. Hight was to take up the matter of reductions with Mr. Norman, city manager. He was to be asked to attend the June meeting if possible. Any action concerning the budget