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Library Remodel: <br />Steve asked for an update on the library remodeling process. Connie said that <br />she is working on a survey that will be released to the public, with Tracy, Ron, <br />and Rob all previewing the information on the survey. Steve asked for the Library <br />Advisory Board to be included in the process of creating the survey. Connie said <br />that the survey will go out to all of the public, and Steve replied that he would <br />like the data collected on the survey for the advisory board to review. <br />Connie noted that the library is struggling to progress from the feel of the <br />libraries ofthe '90's and there is limited space. Melanie added that it can be a <br />challenge to go through the process of weeding out old books, in order to have <br />enough space. Audrey replied, stating that the building next door is needed, to <br />help alleviate the space issues. <br />Connie stated that it's important to keep up with the times and that Tracy has a <br />lot of current books but not enough space. <br />Steve was concerned about the circulation was cut in the Children's Department, <br />because it's the biggest portion served in our library. Connie stated that about <br />25% of the books in the Children's Department would be culled. She also noted <br />that in order for a book to be culled, it would have to be on the shelf for 3 years <br />without being checked out to qualify. Rob noted that the book removal process <br />is driven by data. Audrey also stated that the purged books would go to the Book <br />Sale up front. This could be a huge fundraising event. <br />VI 1. Statistics and Financials Report: <br />a. Statistics <br />Physical books in circulation for October 2023 were similar to that of October <br />2022. Volunteer hours and programs have doubled from 2022. <br />b. Financials <br />Current financials show $134,435.56 spent, which is .16% of the $842,999.00 FY <br />2024 budget. <br />With no further comments, the meeting adjourned at 5:52 p.m., with Melanie making the <br />motion to adjourn and Myers providing the 2nd <br />The next meeting of the Paris Public Library Advisory Board will be held on Wednesday January <br />10th, 2024, beginning at 5:00 p.m. <br />Submitted by: <br />Jennifer Cullum <br />Secretary <br />