10/19/2011 MINUTESParis Public Library Advisory Board
Minutes
October 19, 2011
The Paris Public Library Advisory Board met Wednesday, October 19, 2011, at 4:00 p.m. In the Library
Gallery. Those attending were Deborah Hatley, Linda Vandiver, Hilda Mallory, Alice Woodard, Pat
Books, and Library Director Priscilla McAnally. Chairperson Linda Vandiver called the meeting to
order.
Minutes from the September 21, 2011, meeting were approved as printed.
New business included discussion about and approval by the Board of three brochures to be placed in
the library for patrons' perusal. The first was from the Educational Opportunity Center at PJC, a part of
the Trio Program. The second, The Blue Bird Program from the Texa Master Naturalism Training
Program. The third, an AARP Driver Safety Program, a Veterans' Promotion. The board felt that all
three advertised programs would be beneficial to the community.
In response to a patron complaint about the appropriateness of a CD cover, the Board discussed pros
and cons of altering the jacket to cover some nudity. The Board voted to do so.
Budget and Statistical Report:
The Director reviewed for the Board the decision by the Paris City Council to disallow library use
fees.
A budget report was not available as the City Financial Officer is in the process of closing out.
The statistical reports revealed that circulation, library visits, volunteer hours, and programs are down
slightly
The Friends group has completed plans for a "Wine and Cheese" event, to be held on November 10,
from 5:30 to 7:00, at Lillian Kelley's, a new business at 4 West Plaza.
Concerning Adult Education, the Director presented a proposal from the Social Security Administration
for a program on that subject. The Board agreed, and the Director will pursue with them.
There being no further business on the agenda, the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Alice Woodard