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The Summer Reading Program kicked off on May 31st, 2025. This year, the <br />program will provide an age -level reading log for participants to complete in a <br />chance to win prizes. The 0-12 log asks readers 0-6 to color in a bear picture <br />following reading log rules, while the 7-12 log asks readers to write down 15 <br />book titles and their authors. The 13+ reading log ask readers to write 4 book <br />reviews about what they've read. The possible prizes come from sponsors <br />such as: Friends of the Paris Public Library, Tropical Sno, Caldwell Zoo, <br />Chick-Fil-A, Scooters Coffee, Dairy Queen, and Whataburger. <br />V. Friends of the Library Report: <br />Audrey stated that the spring newsletter went out in April and that the Friends <br />would have a table set up at the Summer Reading Program Kick-off. Audrey also <br />notified the board that the Friends co-sponsored the story book wall< and have <br />also paid for 5 of the summer performers. <br />VI. Director's Remarks <br />a. Library Newsletter <br />The library is considering a newsletter. Connie stated that there are about <br />7,000 email addresses that would receive the newsletter. <br />b. Strategic Planning <br />Connie informed the board that the strategic plan would be placed in front of <br />the Paris City Council approximately at the October meeting. This is due to <br />the rotation that each city department takes in addressing the council. <br />c. Interloan Library <br />The interloan library has moved to open more space in the main area of the <br />Library. <br />d. Biggers mural <br />The Biggers mural is now located in the great room. It is currently insured at <br />.25 million dollars. Connie noted that she would like to have plexiglass <br />covering the mural, for added protection but this cost would be <br />approximately $8,000. <br />e. Monthly statistic graphic <br />Connie told the board that every two weeks, each department head for the <br />city is required to provide a report to the city of current information. Connie <br />submitted the graphic that was created to the city council. This graphic <br />included current statistics for the month of April, alongwith employee <br />