Library Trustees
Town of Hartford Library Trustees:
Betsey Peale (2011), Margaret Newton (2013), Sandra Bergeron (2015), Thomas Hazen (2012), Stuart Ofstadt (2011)
West Hartford Library Trustees Meeting
The West Hartford Library Trustees met April 20, 2011 at 6:15 pm.
Trustees present: Tom Hazen, Sandy Bergeron, Stuart Ofstad and Margaret Newton. Also present Librarian Aileen Gillett.
The minutes of the last meeting were read and Stuart made a motion to amend the minutes to read that the Libri books are for juveniles not just for teens, Sandy seconded the motion and it passed. Sandy then made a motion to accept the minutes as amended, Stuart seconded it and the motion passed.
Stuart reported that we have used 73.8% of the budget to date. Sandy made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s report, Margaret seconded and it was accepted.
Aileen presented the Librarian’s report. Margaret made a motion to accept the report, seconded by Stuart, and the report was accepted.
Friends: There will be a meeting 6:30 pm May 25, 2011 at the library for the Friends of the West Hartford Library.
Margaret asked about free software from the Green Mountain Consortium for cataloging books. Aileen said that she would look into what type they have. She also said that she needs help with the desk so she can continue to work on the automation.
Todd Schaal is working on re-wiring the old light fixtures.
Tom read a letter from Gary re: next year’s contract for mowing and plowing. Stuart made a motion to put that work out for bid, Margaret seconded the motion and it passed.
Future projects: If more insulation is put in the attic, ridge vents will be needed to avoid ice buildup. Also the cement porch is crumbling and needs to be replaced.
The next meeting will be May 18, 2011 at 6:00 pm at the West Hartford Library.
The meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Margaret Newton, Secretary