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PARIS PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD MAY 15, 1996 MTMTTrPPC The Paris Public Library Advisory Board met in regular session Wednesday, May 15, 1996, in the Gallery at 4 PM with Chairman Beth Shelton presiding and these members present: Toni Donnan, Rogene Patterson, and Keitt Wood. Beverly Lewis, Library Director was present; and Kathie Gibbs, Friends President was present. Absent were Jackie Alsobrook, Frances Ellis, Jean Gibson, Virginia Gibbs, and Joe Rex. The April 17, 1996 Minutes were approved as distributed. The Budget Report was distributed and Ms. Lewis advised that seven months through this fiscal year, spending was on target with 54.15% expended. The Statistical Report indicated that the circulation in April this year was 35% higher than the same month last year with 21,202 items circulated. She said the overall year to date circulation is 29% higher than last year with 143,425 items checked out. Ms. Lewis advised 1,111 items were added to the collection in April and included a large group (451) of much needed large print titles. The bid for the Outreach Services Vehicle was approved by City Council in the amount of $25,696.18 to Kennedy Ford, Paris, TX. Upon delivery, an alarm system, wheelchair ramp, and the City of Paris and Library signs will be added. The vehicle will also be designated as a "Think Child Safety" Mobile Safety Vehicle, will be equipped with a mobile phone, and the drivers will have first aid training. No recent word about Billy the Book. It is still expected Billy will be delivered before the July 6 Celebrate American parade. Ms. Lewis advised that in cooperation with Chisum Elementary, the Library will provide a summertime Accelerated Reader Program to Chisum students. The ARP computer from Chisum will be housed in the Library and students will be able to take the tests during Library open hours. This innovative project should prove beneficial to students who will be able to continue their ARP progress in June and July; to parents who will be able to bring their children to the Library at more convenient times; and to Chisum ISD taxpayers because the school library will not have to be open during those two months.