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VII. Statistics and Budget: <br />a. Statistics. Connie stated that the stats area LLhigherthan the previous month <br />because of the summer reading program, which has been very successful. <br />The numbers look great, especially the number of books checked out. Myers <br />asked if the number of new library cards was accurate, to which Connie <br />responded yes. Audrey asked whythe number of summer readers was being <br />tracked, to which Connie replied that it shows the usage and importance of <br />the summer program to the community. <br />Audrey then asked what the plan was forthe vacant Children's Librarian <br />position. Connie states that so far, five applicants have applied, with one <br />being a local person. Steve asked about the education requirement, and <br />Connie responded, stating that a bachelor's degree with Library certification <br />is required. Doug included that this position has been posted on the city <br />website. <br />b. Budget. The board reviewed the budget, with current expenditures at <br />$710,327.72, which is 84% of the FY 2024 budget. Myers asked what would <br />happen if the library should go over the budget. Connie stated that if that <br />were to happen, it would be due to an unexpected cost, such as a roof <br />replacement, and Doug responded, statingthata budgetamendmentwould <br />be made. <br />With no further items to address, Melanie madethe motion to adjourn, with Myers <br />providing the second. <br />The next meeting of the Paris Public Library Advisory Board will be held on August 21 St, <br />2024, beginning at 5:00 p.m. <br />Submitted by: <br />Jennifer Cullum <br />Secreta ry <br />