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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 176-177
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
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The Howell Library Board met Tuesday May 17, at 7:30PM at the library. Present were: Mr. Engelhardt, Mr. Lyons, Mrs. McCloskey, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Gatesman.
The minutes of the March 22 meeting were read and approved.
It was reported the recent electric wiring cost $300.00. Extra work will cost $100.00. The tiling in the ceiling of the D.A.R. room cost $187.00. The D.A.R. museum room still needs more work. There is no more money in the budget for any more big jobs. There was $1,000.00 for jobs. The ceiling also cost $267.11. It was suggested that Mrs. Hight list other big jobs needing to be done in order to get them into the June budget. Prices on new front steps to the library were to be obtained.
The library is still very much in need of more voluntary help.
The board must decide on putting shelves in the D.A.R. room. A request was made to the D.A.R but was rejected. Extra space for books is badly needed. This was tabled to be discussed at the next meeting.
The meeting adjourned, the next meeting to be June 21. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, record secty.
The Howell Library Board met June 21, 1960, at 7:30PM at the library. Present were: Mr. Engelhardt, Mr. Lyon, Dr. Eaton and Mrs. Gatesman.
The minutes of the May meeting were read and approved.
It was moved by Dr. Eaton and seconded by Mrs. Hight and carried unanimously to reserve the north and east walls in the D.A.R. room for more shelves for books.
The budget was discussed and -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 174-175
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 172-173
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 170-171
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday February 16, 1960 at 7:30PM in the library. Preset were Mr. Englehardt, Mr Lyons, Mrs. McClosky, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Gatesman.
The minutes of the January 19 meeting were read and approved.
Mrs. Hight reported that the electrical work was about completed and it was suggested that Mr. Norman the city manager be asked to come to inspect the work when it is entirely completed.
Mr. Englehardt said he had met with Mr. Bath, the superintendent of schools and Mr. Schiffer, principal of the High School, regarding a cooperation of the high school library and the city library. A committee was formed which included Mrs. Hight, Mr. Ladner, president of the friends of library, Mrs. Jamieson from the school library and Mr. Ward, school business manager. This committee has met and discussed cooperation of the libraries. It is though this idea must go slowly.
Mrs. Hight said more coal was needed and it was to be ordered. Also Mrs. Hight can use another typewriter and the city can purchase her on for $25.00.
Mr. Stanley Warner said he could have the ceiling work in the D.A.R. room for $199.50 and would himself give out the work.
There is a catalogue box with World War II records in it, in the library, which is never used and Mrs. Hight will use this box for a children's card catalogue.
The budget was discussed and it was moved by Mrs. Gatesman, seconded by Mrs. McCloskey and voted unanimously to accept the 1960-1961 budget of $10,890.00.
The meeting adjourned, the next meeting to be March 15, 1960, at 7:30PM in the library.
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday, March 22, 1960 at 7:30PM in the library. Present were Mr. Englehardt, Mr. Lyons, Mrs. Hight, Mrs. McCloskey and Mrs. Gatesman.
The minutes of the February 16 meeting were read and with the exception of one small correction were approved.
Mrs. Hight said Mr. Norman had inspected the recent electrical work. Mr. Englehardt suggested that Mr. Norman be asked the cost of this work.
Mrs. Hight spoke of not having a work room or a place to store supplies. The possibility of shelves just beyond and outside the office was discussed. It was thought it would cost about $125.00 for shelves.
A suggestion was also made to send cards to board members, notifying them, about a week in advance of board meetings.
Mrs. Hight told of her activities having to do with library work. She has attended a library workshop every three years, has visited other libraries in Flint, Owosso and Perry and had attended a convention in Ann Arbor, the week previous to the board meeting. he had also had a meeting of county librarians in our library to discuss regional and county libraries.
Mrs. Hight reported that three copies of the History of Howell by Crittenden were lost and because of a similar incident, she had had to replace two encyclopedias.
The second typewriter was purchased for $20.00 and the children's card file was set up.
It was moved by Mrs. Gatesman and seconded by Mrs. McCloskey and carried unanimously that any books Mrs. Hight discards from the library shelves may be sold at the Book Fair whish is being planned by the Friends of the Library. A discussion of the Book Fair followed.
The meeting adjourned, the next board meeting was not to be held until May 17. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, correc. secty. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 168-169
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Ferris Aldrich,Ted Shindorf,Delres Kramer,Bonnie Swaim,G Lannen,Michigan Bell Telephone,Detroit Edison,Purdy & Woodruff,A C Mcclurg,Nathaniel Dame & Co,Hoag & Sons,Ina Hight,Mary O'lone,Community Elevator,Detroit News,Demco,Field Enterprise,City Of Howell,Doubleday,American Library Association,Howell Fire Department -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 166-167
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday, November 17, 1959 at 7:30PM in the library. Present were: Mr. Engelhardt, Mr. Lyon, Mrs. Hack, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Gatesman.
The minutes of the October meeting were read and after a small correction were approved.
Mr. Engelhardt reported that he had talked with Mr. Bath, the superintendent of schools and Mr. Scheiffer, principal of the High School regarding the possibility of having some of the school library books placed in our library. They visited our library but no commitments were made.
Mr. Engelhardt also reported on the trip some of us had made to the Ann Arbor Library as did Mrs. Hight on our trip to Adrian, Blissfield and Owosso.
A motion was made by Mrs. Hoch seconded by Mr. Lyon and carried unanimously, that petty cash collected from fines and rental fees, after $25.00, which must be turned over to the city, be allowed Mrs. Hight, to use at her discretion. This would make it possible for her to hire another page.
It was decided to not hold a December Board meeting and the meeting was adjourned, the next meeting to be January 19, 1960. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, record. secty.
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday, January 19, 1960 at 7:30PM in the library. Preset were, Mr. Engelhardt, Mr. Lyons, Mrs. McCloskey, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Gatesman.
The minutes of the November 19, 1959 meeting were read and approved, there not having been a December meeting. The resignation of Mrs. Hach was read and accepted with regrets. Your (?) secretary was instructed to write Mrs. Hach and to tell her how she would be missed on the board because of her excellent participation. There was a brief discussion concerning a new board member.
Mrs. Hight again review in detail our trip to Owosso, to their library and their invitation to our library to join them in the formation of a regional library. Such a move will mean much work and whether or not we will make such a decision, it was decided that there wasn't anything to be lost and probably something to be gained, to try to find out (what) how other libraries in Livingston County feel about it. Accordingly, Mrs. Hight will try to call a meeting of other librarians before our February board meeting.
Mrs. Hight also spoke of her magazine subscriptions and how much could be saved by ordering for these years at a time, because of the money output, it was suggested she might group them and order a few in this way each year, until all are on a three year basis. She was going to look into this to see if as much could be saved.(in this way).
The library is still open on Wednesdays from 12:00 noon to (Friday) 5:00PM.
No electrical work has yet been done and Mr. Howard who has been given the job says the library must be closed for thee days to the work. Mrs. Hight will put the dates in the paper in order to notify the public. The floor problem where finish is worn off, again came up, but as tabled until the February meeting.
There was a short discussion on the budget to be completed in February.
The meeting adjourned, the next meeting to be February 16. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, record secty. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 164-165
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Mrs. Hight employs one page at present, Bonny Swain and she may be paid $.50 and hour at Mrs. Hight's discretion.
The meeting adjourned, the next one to be Tuesday, November 17, at 7:30 Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, Record Secty.
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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 162-163
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
A. C McClurg & Co, Hillsdale School Supply, Ina Hight, Ted Shindorf, Mary O'Lone, Frank Daniels, Mrs. Roy Lannen, Bonnie Swainn, Dolores Kramer, C M Gardner & Co, Michigan Bell, Jas. Field.
The Howell Library Board met (Tuesday) Wednesday night, October 21, at 7:30 in the library. Present were: Mr. Engelhardt, Mr. Lyons, Mrs. Hock, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Gatesman. The minutes of the August meeting were read and after a correction, namely, that the city council had reconsidered and would return $350.00 instead of $250.00 to our budget, they were approved.
Mr. Russell Engelhart is the new chairman of our board replacing Mr. Krieger, Mr. Engelhart read a letter which he received asking him to be a member of the legislative committee of the Michigan Library Association. MR. Engelhardt felt it necessary to decline this year.
Mrs. Hight had discussed the matter of electric work needing attention in the library, with Mr. Howard the (election) electrician, who estimated his price at $600.00 or more. He will do all the work and the Detroit Edison
The wiring in the basement and attic needs to be replaced. Mr. Norman suggested that Mr. Engelhardt get the price of another electrician and Mr. Dellmar Richard was suggested.
The City hall now has a new IBM machine and Mrs. Hight has been asked to send all of her invoices to the City Hall. Mrs. Hight will record her checks in the record book, which heretofore has been done by the Library Board Secretary. Mrs. Hight also intends to keep two records of books purchased, one for 'Friends of the Library' and one for the library proper.
Under the new city hall system, salaries will be paid twice a month instead of once as in the past.
The question arose, shall Mrs. Hight purchase books useful to all ages? Mr. Engelhardt proposed that Mrs. Hight, Mrs. Hock and Mrs. Gatesman discuss the purchasing of books and speak of our decision at the November meeting.
Mrs. Hight reported that her reading committee was not functioning at the present. She greatly missed the help this committee give her. Kathie Sherman no longer serves as the Shermans have moved and because of the untimely death of Mr. Guy Jameson, Lee is not active for the present. Shirely Gatesman (Mrs. Charles B) has been suggested to replace Kathy Sherman.
From time to time requests are made for the use of the Women's Club rooms downstairs in the library. Last requests have been the Pallet and Brush Club and the nurse's club.
Mrs. Hight was ask to inquire of Mr. Field if there will be any further cost on the furnace.
Mr. Shindorf's suggestion to keep a light in the library all night was met with disapproval after a short discussion.
Items from the trip Mrs. Hight, Mrs. Hack and Mrs. Gatesman made to Adrian, to talk with the county librarian, Miss Roberts, were spoken of and discussed briefly -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 160-161
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Emery Pratt, New Method Book Bindery, Michigan Bell, McGraw Bindery, Berrien Bindery, Doubleday, Fideler Co, Detroit News, Jerri Fisher, Doloras Kramer, T. Shindorf, F. Daniels, I Hight, Detroit Edison, Gilkes & Zizka, Brodart, Community Elevator, Mary O'Lone, B. Swainn, R. Lennen
Beginning Mid - October request came for all payrolls & invoices to be sent to city for payment each two weeks. No orders will be written from no on - just a statement for payroll and the regular invoices, will be sent, Invoices will be filed at city office. Mrs. Hight will record all payrolls and invoices in this Ledger.
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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 158-159
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
situation, cutting of working hours, etc., in order to meet the new budget. It was finally recommended by the board, that Mrs. Hight write to the city council, explaining the grave disadvantages brought about by this $350.00 cut and that they reconsider this.
It was moved by Mrs. Hock and seconded by Mrs. Gatesman that the pages now receiving $.40 an hour be raised to $.45 and after a certain period of time to $.50 This is to be the maximum. There was a unanimous vote.
It was moved by Mr. Lyons and seconded by Mrs. Gatesman, that fines now $.02 per day be raised to $.04 to be effective September 1, It now costs the library $5.00 per week to notify patrons of overdue books.
Because Mr. Filkins from whom Mrs. Hight orders the magazines cannot complete with the (?) prices of a Jackson firm, Mrs. Hight feels it necessary to order from Jackson in the future. She also announced the resignation of Jerri Fisher, her assistant on September 1.
The meeting, adjourned, the (next) next meeting to be August 11 at 7:30 in the library. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, Record secty.
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday August 11, at 7:30 in the library. Present were: Mr. Lyons, Mrs. Hock, Mrs. Hight, and Mrs. Gatesman. Mrs. Hock was appointed temporary chairman.
It was reported that the city council had reconsidered and would return $350.00 of the $600.00 cut announced earlier, or that $250 for maintenance would be taken over by the city said Mayor Heller.
A schedule of help and their hours was presented for our records by Mrs. Hight. Mary Jan O'Lone is assistant librarian for the present, though this has not actually been announced.
Mr. Shindorf will be on vacation in October and it will be necessary to replace him during that time and to assist Mr. Daniels, for three days a week. At some future date it may become necessary because of their age to replace both Mr. Shindorf and Mr. Daniels.
To make it easier for Mrs. Hight, the various duties of the employees will be posted.
Vacation pay due Mrs. Fisher will be paid her at the time of her leaving when she discontinues her work at the library. Also discipline is to be strictly enforced at all times.
A note of appreciation was to be written Mrs. Fickies for her fine publicity for the library in the Livingston County Press.
The meeting adjourned the next meeting to be Tuesday, September 15, at 7:30 in the library. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman Record. Secty.
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