Karen Pepper, elementary librarian, and one of the 5th grade classes presented Mrs. Fairchild at the Library with a box of new books.
Then they visited the site of the future Library.
Springtime on the library grounds
Library gounds
Friday, December 3, 2010
5th Grade Gift and Visit
Karen Pepper, elementary librarian, and one of the 5th grade classes presented Mrs. Fairchild at the Library with a box of new books.
Then they visited the site of the future Library.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Unedited minutes of the Nov. 17th and Nov. 29th
A copy of the unedited minutes of the November 17th, and the November 29th meetings are available to the public at the Library.
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Story Time for December!
Saturday 18 December - Story Time at the Chazy Public Library 10 to 11 a.m. ages 3 to 8
Celebrate the holidays with Kym Taylor, who reads from the following snowy books; Snow by Cynthia Rylant, Snow by Uri Shulevitz, Snow by P.D. Eastman, & Snow Day by Lester Laminack. Children will sing and make a craft that can be given to soemone specail.
Call 846-7676 to register or for more information.
Francie Fairchild
Director
Chazy Public Library
846-7676
Celebrate the holidays with Kym Taylor, who reads from the following snowy books; Snow by Cynthia Rylant, Snow by Uri Shulevitz, Snow by P.D. Eastman, & Snow Day by Lester Laminack. Children will sing and make a craft that can be given to soemone specail.
Call 846-7676 to register or for more information.
Francie Fairchild
Director
Chazy Public Library
846-7676
Thursday, November 25, 2010
FRIENDS' CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
At the Chazy Public Library
Route 9, Chazy, NY
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2010
From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
*Refreshments
*Chances on beautiful
CHRISTMAS BASKETS
*Baked goods for Sale
*Children’s Room
Be an “Angel” and support our Library
Please sell the attached chances on the baskets:
$1 each or 6 for $5
Return Chances and Money to
Kathy Rynkowski
1262 Lakeshore Road
Chazy, NY 12921
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
At the Chazy Public Library
Route 9, Chazy, NY
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2010
From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
*Refreshments
*Chances on beautiful
CHRISTMAS BASKETS
*Baked goods for Sale
*Children’s Room
Be an “Angel” and support our Library
Please sell the attached chances on the baskets:
$1 each or 6 for $5
Return Chances and Money to
Kathy Rynkowski
1262 Lakeshore Road
Chazy, NY 12921
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Minutes of the October 27th Trustees' Meeting
Minutes of Chazy Public Library Trustees’ Meeting
Chazy Town Hall
10/27/2010
ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order at 5:02 p.m. by President Emily Castine. Present were Trustees George Brendler, Debby Powers, and Tina Trombly. Emily extended a special welcome to new Trustee Angela Swan. Also present were Caroline Harding, President of the Friends of the Chazy Library, Francie Fairchild, Library Director, and Tim Ryan from Dannemora Correctional Institute’s drafting department.
REVIEW OF MINUTES for 9/29/2010:
Motion by Tina, Second by Debby to review the minutes of the last meeting.
Motion by Debby to accept the minutes as corrected, second by Tina. Passed.
OATH OF OFFICE for new trustee, Angela Swan.
Angela will complete the term of Pat Neverett, who resigned in September
Official form will by notarized at the Town Hall tomorrow and returned to Emily.
Term expires May, 2013
TREASURER'S REPORTS:
Motion by George to accept September Report of Receipts and Disbursements. Second by Tina. Motion passed.
Motion by Angela to accept September Report for Renovation Fund. Second by George. Motion passed.
Motion by Tina to accept October Report for Renovation Fund. Second by George. Motion passed.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Francie presented the story time schedule in addition to new borrower statistics.
Karen Pepper, school librarian, has offered to donate $100-$200 in books from her earnings at the Scholastic Book Fair coming up November 1-5. Karen also volunteered to help pack, move and shelve books when the library moves. Special thanks to Karen. Report filed with minutes.
SPECIAL REPORTS
Floor Plan update by Tim Ryan: Review of bath and kitchen layout, discussion of safe haven area and location of support beams. Decision to relocate bath doors and kitchenette and to reconfigure storage space.
Friends of the Library Meeting Report by Carolyn Harding, President
Open house to be held December 5. Carol Ladd is chairperson. Request that the Trustees staff the drink table.
Membership drive coming up.
The Friends group is preparing to make a second $5,000 donation after January 1.
Next Friends meeting February 26, luncheon at The Station Café.
CORRESPONDENCE
Periodicals: Emily received a renewal notice for Consumer Reports. Francie suggested we post our magazine titles on the library website. George agreed to make the change on the web. Angela suggested we renew magazines through the Jr. Class magazine drive when possible.
No other correspondence
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Francie is working on a list of daily activities to be used as a guideline for substitute librarians.
Motion by Tina that we establish a “Sunshine Fund” from which to draw for flowers and gifts when appropriate. Each member would contribute $20 to start. Second by George. Motion passed.
NEW BUSINESS
Board’s Self-Evaluation Check List, V. F. in Policy Book: Trustees will complete and return by next meeting
Holiday Fund Drive: Motion by Angela to continue with the annual holiday fund drive. Tina seconded, motion passed. Angela will chair the event.
Director’s Performance Evaluation: Emily and Tina will complete this report by December 31.
Work Session at Clark Building: scheduled for October 31 at 1:00 to finalize location of circulation desk
10. PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT
Fund-raising Team – Tina Trombly: No report.
Grants Team - Emily Castine
Library Construction Grant Update: We passed Level I scrutiny, awaiting Level II results
USDA Status: USDA loan will not be pursued.
Legal Aspects Team – Angela Swan
Potential buyer for the Hubbell building has come forward. Angela will contact them to let them know we are not currently in a position to enter into a sale contract.
On-site Construction Team – George Brendler
Much of the renovation work can be done in-house by George with the help of community volunteers. George submitted a list of work projects completed in October. List filed with minutes.
REVIEW OF CURRENT MINUTES
Angela read over the motions and seconds for this meeting. Will re-organize the minute book into years. Francie has binders we can use.
NEXT MEETING: November 17, 2010, at 5 PM, Town Hall
ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Angela
Respectfully submitted,
Angela Swan
Secretary
Chazy Town Hall
10/27/2010
ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order at 5:02 p.m. by President Emily Castine. Present were Trustees George Brendler, Debby Powers, and Tina Trombly. Emily extended a special welcome to new Trustee Angela Swan. Also present were Caroline Harding, President of the Friends of the Chazy Library, Francie Fairchild, Library Director, and Tim Ryan from Dannemora Correctional Institute’s drafting department.
REVIEW OF MINUTES for 9/29/2010:
Motion by Tina, Second by Debby to review the minutes of the last meeting.
Motion by Debby to accept the minutes as corrected, second by Tina. Passed.
OATH OF OFFICE for new trustee, Angela Swan.
Angela will complete the term of Pat Neverett, who resigned in September
Official form will by notarized at the Town Hall tomorrow and returned to Emily.
Term expires May, 2013
TREASURER'S REPORTS:
Motion by George to accept September Report of Receipts and Disbursements. Second by Tina. Motion passed.
Motion by Angela to accept September Report for Renovation Fund. Second by George. Motion passed.
Motion by Tina to accept October Report for Renovation Fund. Second by George. Motion passed.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Francie presented the story time schedule in addition to new borrower statistics.
Karen Pepper, school librarian, has offered to donate $100-$200 in books from her earnings at the Scholastic Book Fair coming up November 1-5. Karen also volunteered to help pack, move and shelve books when the library moves. Special thanks to Karen. Report filed with minutes.
SPECIAL REPORTS
Floor Plan update by Tim Ryan: Review of bath and kitchen layout, discussion of safe haven area and location of support beams. Decision to relocate bath doors and kitchenette and to reconfigure storage space.
Friends of the Library Meeting Report by Carolyn Harding, President
Open house to be held December 5. Carol Ladd is chairperson. Request that the Trustees staff the drink table.
Membership drive coming up.
The Friends group is preparing to make a second $5,000 donation after January 1.
Next Friends meeting February 26, luncheon at The Station Café.
CORRESPONDENCE
Periodicals: Emily received a renewal notice for Consumer Reports. Francie suggested we post our magazine titles on the library website. George agreed to make the change on the web. Angela suggested we renew magazines through the Jr. Class magazine drive when possible.
No other correspondence
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Francie is working on a list of daily activities to be used as a guideline for substitute librarians.
Motion by Tina that we establish a “Sunshine Fund” from which to draw for flowers and gifts when appropriate. Each member would contribute $20 to start. Second by George. Motion passed.
NEW BUSINESS
Board’s Self-Evaluation Check List, V. F. in Policy Book: Trustees will complete and return by next meeting
Holiday Fund Drive: Motion by Angela to continue with the annual holiday fund drive. Tina seconded, motion passed. Angela will chair the event.
Director’s Performance Evaluation: Emily and Tina will complete this report by December 31.
Work Session at Clark Building: scheduled for October 31 at 1:00 to finalize location of circulation desk
10. PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT
Fund-raising Team – Tina Trombly: No report.
Grants Team - Emily Castine
Library Construction Grant Update: We passed Level I scrutiny, awaiting Level II results
USDA Status: USDA loan will not be pursued.
Legal Aspects Team – Angela Swan
Potential buyer for the Hubbell building has come forward. Angela will contact them to let them know we are not currently in a position to enter into a sale contract.
On-site Construction Team – George Brendler
Much of the renovation work can be done in-house by George with the help of community volunteers. George submitted a list of work projects completed in October. List filed with minutes.
REVIEW OF CURRENT MINUTES
Angela read over the motions and seconds for this meeting. Will re-organize the minute book into years. Francie has binders we can use.
NEXT MEETING: November 17, 2010, at 5 PM, Town Hall
ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Angela
Respectfully submitted,
Angela Swan
Secretary
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Angela Swan sworn in as new Library Trustee
Angela Swan, a long time memeber of the Friends of the Library, was sworn in as a new trustee at the October 27th trustees meeting of the Chazy Public Library.
She will fill the unexpired term of Patricia Neverett who resigned after decades of dedicated service to the Chazy Public Library.
Minutes of the September 29th Trustees' meeting
CALL TO ORDER: V.P. Emily Castine (acting president) opened the meeting at
5:00 p.m. Present were Debby Powers, George Brendler, Tina Trombly, Francie Fairchild (Director), Carolyn Harding (Friends President), Timothy Ryan (drafting teacher at Clinton Correctional Facility).
MINUTES: Debby (M), George (S) to accept the minutes of 8/18/2010 as presented. Passed.
Debby (M), George (S) to accept the special meeting of 9/13/2010 minutes as presented. The special meeting concerned the signing of the grant application. Passed.
TREASURERS’ REPORT: George (M), Tina (S) to accept the report as presented. Passed. George (M), Tina (S) that the funds for the roof replacement have been paid in the amount of $8,000.00. Passed. George (M), Tina (S) that the funds for the new furnace have been paid in the amount of $8627.00. Passed. Copies of the reports are attached.
FLOOR PLAN PRESENTATION: Tim Ryan has been working with George on the plans for the building. Tim works at Dannemora Correctional and teaches drafting to the inmates. He handed out plans that are not stamped but will give us an idea of the use of space and where supporting beams will be placed. We reviewed the plans and much discussion ensued. Tim will try to attend the October meeting.
DIRECTORS’ REPORT: Francie handed out her report. Library aid is still unsure, no news from NYS budget. There may be a 25% reduction in aid. CEF will keep us posted. The Gates grant will be able to help us with computers in the (C) building.
CORRESPONDENCE: Tina delivered the painting and gift certificate to Robert Kagan. A note of thanks will be sent to Jeff Rigsbee and Brian Recore. A question as to whether the board can use library funds for gift certificates was brought up by Emily and George. Emily will looks into this matter. George requested that a thank you be sent to Kevin Menard at Cassella Waste Systems and Altona prison. Debby has printed thank you cards with the image of our new library. Everyone took a few and we will have these to send out.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: NYS Real property exemption forms have been corrected and filed. These forms must be filed by March 1st each year. The director will take care of this and this task will be added to the list of duties and the yearly calendar of events. This year’s taxes for the (C) building will be $2700.00, school and land.
FRIENDS REPORT: Carolyn Harding said the book sale went well. Emily, co-chair, said they had a great team. The proceeds were about $826.00, this is better than last year. Ken Hertz was able to take all unsold books. Next Friends meeting will be 10/7/10 at 7:00 at the Weathercock.
The auction was successful and we netted $2794.50. Deb and Pat assisted Jeff Rigsbee and Brian Recore.
NEW BUSINESS: Pat has submitted her resignation effective 10/1/2010. She cited time commitments and health reasons for her decision. George (M), Debby (S) accepted her resignation with regrets. Passed. A letter of thanks will be sent and ideas for recognition will be handled by Tina. George (M), Debby (S) to accept the slate of officers presented for 10/1/2010, Emily Castine, President, Tina Trombly, VP, Debby, Treasurer, new member, Secretary, and George, Project Manager. Passed. Pat had recommended Angela Swan to fill her vacancy. Emily asked if anyone had any other nominations for persons to fill the vacancy. George (M), Debby (S), to have Angela Swan fill Pat Neverett’s vacancy. Passed. Emily will call Angela and welcome her to the board. Pat will pass her library materials over to Angela.
It has been mentioned that someone is interested in purchasing the (H) building. Debby (M), Tina (S) to table matter till a later date. Passed.
PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT:
Grant Committee: Emily reported that the grant has been submitted by Julie Wever to Albany, now we wait. She also said that Lorna Forster was a great help with the whole process. George reported that the USDA pre-application needs to be amended and submitted by 11/1/2010.
Fund Raising Committee: no plans for fund raising till 2011. A copy of list of donors will be given to George, Emily and Angela.
Legal Aspects: Title insurance has not been received yet. Once we receive it we will house it in our safe.
On-site construction: NYSERDA has mentioned that we may be eligible for energy rebates. Chazy-Westport Communications has been in the building to assess where the phone cables will need to go. George also mentioned fiber-optic cable would be an asset to the library. Bob West (codes enforcement officer) has been over several times, George feels it is important to keep him aware of the project. George handed out a list of completed and soon to be completed projects and their associated costs or projected costs. It will be attached. George urged everyone to go to building and see our progress.
NEXT MEETING: 10/27/10 at 5:00 at the Town Hall.
REVIEW MOTIONS: Tina went over all motions made during the meeting.
ADJOURN: Debby (M) at 6:45.
Respectfully Submitted,
Tina Trombly
Tina Trombly, Secretary to the Trustees.
5:00 p.m. Present were Debby Powers, George Brendler, Tina Trombly, Francie Fairchild (Director), Carolyn Harding (Friends President), Timothy Ryan (drafting teacher at Clinton Correctional Facility).
MINUTES: Debby (M), George (S) to accept the minutes of 8/18/2010 as presented. Passed.
Debby (M), George (S) to accept the special meeting of 9/13/2010 minutes as presented. The special meeting concerned the signing of the grant application. Passed.
TREASURERS’ REPORT: George (M), Tina (S) to accept the report as presented. Passed. George (M), Tina (S) that the funds for the roof replacement have been paid in the amount of $8,000.00. Passed. George (M), Tina (S) that the funds for the new furnace have been paid in the amount of $8627.00. Passed. Copies of the reports are attached.
FLOOR PLAN PRESENTATION: Tim Ryan has been working with George on the plans for the building. Tim works at Dannemora Correctional and teaches drafting to the inmates. He handed out plans that are not stamped but will give us an idea of the use of space and where supporting beams will be placed. We reviewed the plans and much discussion ensued. Tim will try to attend the October meeting.
DIRECTORS’ REPORT: Francie handed out her report. Library aid is still unsure, no news from NYS budget. There may be a 25% reduction in aid. CEF will keep us posted. The Gates grant will be able to help us with computers in the (C) building.
CORRESPONDENCE: Tina delivered the painting and gift certificate to Robert Kagan. A note of thanks will be sent to Jeff Rigsbee and Brian Recore. A question as to whether the board can use library funds for gift certificates was brought up by Emily and George. Emily will looks into this matter. George requested that a thank you be sent to Kevin Menard at Cassella Waste Systems and Altona prison. Debby has printed thank you cards with the image of our new library. Everyone took a few and we will have these to send out.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: NYS Real property exemption forms have been corrected and filed. These forms must be filed by March 1st each year. The director will take care of this and this task will be added to the list of duties and the yearly calendar of events. This year’s taxes for the (C) building will be $2700.00, school and land.
FRIENDS REPORT: Carolyn Harding said the book sale went well. Emily, co-chair, said they had a great team. The proceeds were about $826.00, this is better than last year. Ken Hertz was able to take all unsold books. Next Friends meeting will be 10/7/10 at 7:00 at the Weathercock.
The auction was successful and we netted $2794.50. Deb and Pat assisted Jeff Rigsbee and Brian Recore.
NEW BUSINESS: Pat has submitted her resignation effective 10/1/2010. She cited time commitments and health reasons for her decision. George (M), Debby (S) accepted her resignation with regrets. Passed. A letter of thanks will be sent and ideas for recognition will be handled by Tina. George (M), Debby (S) to accept the slate of officers presented for 10/1/2010, Emily Castine, President, Tina Trombly, VP, Debby, Treasurer, new member, Secretary, and George, Project Manager. Passed. Pat had recommended Angela Swan to fill her vacancy. Emily asked if anyone had any other nominations for persons to fill the vacancy. George (M), Debby (S), to have Angela Swan fill Pat Neverett’s vacancy. Passed. Emily will call Angela and welcome her to the board. Pat will pass her library materials over to Angela.
It has been mentioned that someone is interested in purchasing the (H) building. Debby (M), Tina (S) to table matter till a later date. Passed.
PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT:
Grant Committee: Emily reported that the grant has been submitted by Julie Wever to Albany, now we wait. She also said that Lorna Forster was a great help with the whole process. George reported that the USDA pre-application needs to be amended and submitted by 11/1/2010.
Fund Raising Committee: no plans for fund raising till 2011. A copy of list of donors will be given to George, Emily and Angela.
Legal Aspects: Title insurance has not been received yet. Once we receive it we will house it in our safe.
On-site construction: NYSERDA has mentioned that we may be eligible for energy rebates. Chazy-Westport Communications has been in the building to assess where the phone cables will need to go. George also mentioned fiber-optic cable would be an asset to the library. Bob West (codes enforcement officer) has been over several times, George feels it is important to keep him aware of the project. George handed out a list of completed and soon to be completed projects and their associated costs or projected costs. It will be attached. George urged everyone to go to building and see our progress.
NEXT MEETING: 10/27/10 at 5:00 at the Town Hall.
REVIEW MOTIONS: Tina went over all motions made during the meeting.
ADJOURN: Debby (M) at 6:45.
Respectfully Submitted,
Tina Trombly
Tina Trombly, Secretary to the Trustees.
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