Chazy Story Time
Chazy Public Library
May 21, 2011
10:00 am – 11:00 am
FUN WITH RHYMES
Stories that rhyme, in rhythm and time,
Are fun to share, with lots of flair.
Books with words that sound the same
Just might turn into a guessing game.
Ages 3-8.
Call 846-7676 for additional information.
Springtime on the library grounds
Library gounds
Monday, May 2, 2011
APRIL GIFTS FOR THE NEW LIBRARY!
The Chazy Girl Scout leaders donated the proceeds, $365, from their Easter Basket raffle to the Chazy Public Library.
The Chazy Development Association donated $2,000 to the Renonavation Fund for the new Chazy Library. Presented by George Slosson, Pres. of that Association.
The proceeds, $500, of the 50-50 raffle by the Chazy Music Theater, won by Nila West and Debby Powers have been donated to the Library Renovation Fund.
Our heart felt thanks to you all and to those who have seen their way to support our efforts to renovate the Clark Office building.
The Library Trustees
The Chazy Development Association donated $2,000 to the Renonavation Fund for the new Chazy Library. Presented by George Slosson, Pres. of that Association.
The proceeds, $500, of the 50-50 raffle by the Chazy Music Theater, won by Nila West and Debby Powers have been donated to the Library Renovation Fund.
Our heart felt thanks to you all and to those who have seen their way to support our efforts to renovate the Clark Office building.
The Library Trustees
MINUTES OF MARCH 23RD TRUSTEES MEETING
Minutes of Chazy Public Library Trustees’ Meeting
Chazy Town Hall at 5 PM
3/23/2011
Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by President Emily Castine. Present were Trustees George Brendler, Debby Powers, Tina Trombly and Angela Swan. Also present were Francie Fairchild, Library Director and Caroline Harding, president of the Friends of the Chazy Library.
Public Forum
Bids were opened for advertised work, including baseboard/radiation installation and wood wrapping for the Clark Building. Seven different companies responded to the newspaper call for bids. Once all bids were opened and noted, President Castine stated: “Having opened the bids and cited names and amounts, the Board will meet in committee to decide which bids best meet our criteria. Winning bids will be announced at a public meeting. Date and time will be posted at the library and the post office in addition to being listed on the library website.”
Review of Minutes of Meeting on 02/23/2011
Motion by Debby to accept the minutes as corrected, second by Tina. Passed
Review of Minutes of Special Meeting on 2/26/2011
Motion by George to accept the minutes as read. Second by Debby. Passed.
Treasurer's Report – Debby Powers
Motion by Angela to approve the February general fund report. Second by George. Passed.
Motion by Tina to accept the February renovation fund report. Second by George. Passed.
Motion to table the budget vote pending information on per capita impact of budget increase. Second by Tina. Passed.
Director's Report - Francie Fairchild, Library Director
See attached.
Francie has received a request from three local Girl Scouts who would like to complete their silver badge by volunteering for the library.
Easter basket raffle happening soon. Tickets available at the library or from Girl Scout leaders.
Special Reports: Friends of the Library – Carolyn Harding, President
Annual membership meeting Saturday, May 14. Membership drive is underway.
Original bylaws have vanished. Caroline is working on new ones.
Current lack of bylaws has delayed distribution of $5,000 donation to the new library project. Discussion of ways to expedite the process in light of the delay in grant funding.
Discussion of ideas for Old Home Day fundraiser. Girl Scouts may be able to help.
Town-wide yard sale is scheduled for last weekend in July.
Correspondence
The Board reviewed a letter from David Martin, Chairman of The Clark House Committee regarding certain artifacts which may be appropriate for preservation and display in the new library. Board cited concerns regarding proper storage, display and insurance of valuable artifacts. Emily will respond with a request to view the items being offered.
Kim Mousseau e-mailed from the Lake Champlain Weekly requesting content for a recurrent library ad/feature.
Old Business
Application for real estate tax exemption has been completed for 2011. Pat Ayer will send the forms in January next year.
CEF Workshop coming up: CEF is planning a workshop on Modern Media, to be led by Jesse Feiler. CEF is looking for feedback on whether Trustee attendance would be better on a Saturday or a weeknight.
Publicity for project status: The North Countryman ran a prominent photo/article about the Friends donation and March visit to the site.
New Business
Motion by Tina to table review of the Annual report until spring. Second by Debby. Passed.
George Brendler will be up for re-election to the board this May at CCRS. Reminder to prepare his petition.
Frank Langr has offered to perform with his musical group, After 5 Brass, at our Grand Opening. General consensus was to accept their offer. Emily will follow up.
Sunshine fund donations are due in January. Reminder by George to add this item to the Year at a Glance page of the handbook.
Reminder by George that, per Trustee handbook, a review of the planning document and mission statement is due in March. Action postponed due to construction and renovation activities.
Right to record open meetings in New York – As of April 1, New York State will give its citizens the right to record open meetings with a variety of media. Discussion of developing reasonable rules governing the use of cameras and recording devices during our open meetings. Newspaper article attached.
Project Manager’s Report
Fund-raising Team – Tina Trombly and Angela Swan
Meeting soon to begin plans for the next Book “Em fundraiser
Grants Team - Emily Castine
We had received word that 40% of our grant funds may be available as soon as March, but no funds have been received to date.
Legal Aspects Team – Angela Swan
Discussion of timeline for disposal of Hubbell building and possible addition of deed restrictions to protect the historic integrity and location of the building.
On-site Construction Team – George Brendler
Reports attached.
Motion by Tina to authorize George to purchase light fixtures as soon as grant funds arrive. Cost $3150. Second by Angela. Passed.
Furnishings Committee
Review of carpet and tile estimates. Work session scheduled for Friday to view color samples.
Stained Glass report – Debby presented samples found on eBay. Discussion of the practicality of soliciting design ideas from the public.
Shelving – Jim Bennett has requested preliminary estimates for new shelving. Emily has been checking referenced with other libraries which have recently been renovated.
Motion to Adjourn by Angela at 8:00
Respectfully submitted,
Angela Swan
Secretary
Chazy Town Hall at 5 PM
3/23/2011
Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by President Emily Castine. Present were Trustees George Brendler, Debby Powers, Tina Trombly and Angela Swan. Also present were Francie Fairchild, Library Director and Caroline Harding, president of the Friends of the Chazy Library.
Public Forum
Bids were opened for advertised work, including baseboard/radiation installation and wood wrapping for the Clark Building. Seven different companies responded to the newspaper call for bids. Once all bids were opened and noted, President Castine stated: “Having opened the bids and cited names and amounts, the Board will meet in committee to decide which bids best meet our criteria. Winning bids will be announced at a public meeting. Date and time will be posted at the library and the post office in addition to being listed on the library website.”
Review of Minutes of Meeting on 02/23/2011
Motion by Debby to accept the minutes as corrected, second by Tina. Passed
Review of Minutes of Special Meeting on 2/26/2011
Motion by George to accept the minutes as read. Second by Debby. Passed.
Treasurer's Report – Debby Powers
Motion by Angela to approve the February general fund report. Second by George. Passed.
Motion by Tina to accept the February renovation fund report. Second by George. Passed.
Motion to table the budget vote pending information on per capita impact of budget increase. Second by Tina. Passed.
Director's Report - Francie Fairchild, Library Director
See attached.
Francie has received a request from three local Girl Scouts who would like to complete their silver badge by volunteering for the library.
Easter basket raffle happening soon. Tickets available at the library or from Girl Scout leaders.
Special Reports: Friends of the Library – Carolyn Harding, President
Annual membership meeting Saturday, May 14. Membership drive is underway.
Original bylaws have vanished. Caroline is working on new ones.
Current lack of bylaws has delayed distribution of $5,000 donation to the new library project. Discussion of ways to expedite the process in light of the delay in grant funding.
Discussion of ideas for Old Home Day fundraiser. Girl Scouts may be able to help.
Town-wide yard sale is scheduled for last weekend in July.
Correspondence
The Board reviewed a letter from David Martin, Chairman of The Clark House Committee regarding certain artifacts which may be appropriate for preservation and display in the new library. Board cited concerns regarding proper storage, display and insurance of valuable artifacts. Emily will respond with a request to view the items being offered.
Kim Mousseau e-mailed from the Lake Champlain Weekly requesting content for a recurrent library ad/feature.
Old Business
Application for real estate tax exemption has been completed for 2011. Pat Ayer will send the forms in January next year.
CEF Workshop coming up: CEF is planning a workshop on Modern Media, to be led by Jesse Feiler. CEF is looking for feedback on whether Trustee attendance would be better on a Saturday or a weeknight.
Publicity for project status: The North Countryman ran a prominent photo/article about the Friends donation and March visit to the site.
New Business
Motion by Tina to table review of the Annual report until spring. Second by Debby. Passed.
George Brendler will be up for re-election to the board this May at CCRS. Reminder to prepare his petition.
Frank Langr has offered to perform with his musical group, After 5 Brass, at our Grand Opening. General consensus was to accept their offer. Emily will follow up.
Sunshine fund donations are due in January. Reminder by George to add this item to the Year at a Glance page of the handbook.
Reminder by George that, per Trustee handbook, a review of the planning document and mission statement is due in March. Action postponed due to construction and renovation activities.
Right to record open meetings in New York – As of April 1, New York State will give its citizens the right to record open meetings with a variety of media. Discussion of developing reasonable rules governing the use of cameras and recording devices during our open meetings. Newspaper article attached.
Project Manager’s Report
Fund-raising Team – Tina Trombly and Angela Swan
Meeting soon to begin plans for the next Book “Em fundraiser
Grants Team - Emily Castine
We had received word that 40% of our grant funds may be available as soon as March, but no funds have been received to date.
Legal Aspects Team – Angela Swan
Discussion of timeline for disposal of Hubbell building and possible addition of deed restrictions to protect the historic integrity and location of the building.
On-site Construction Team – George Brendler
Reports attached.
Motion by Tina to authorize George to purchase light fixtures as soon as grant funds arrive. Cost $3150. Second by Angela. Passed.
Furnishings Committee
Review of carpet and tile estimates. Work session scheduled for Friday to view color samples.
Stained Glass report – Debby presented samples found on eBay. Discussion of the practicality of soliciting design ideas from the public.
Shelving – Jim Bennett has requested preliminary estimates for new shelving. Emily has been checking referenced with other libraries which have recently been renovated.
Motion to Adjourn by Angela at 8:00
Respectfully submitted,
Angela Swan
Secretary
Saturday, April 9, 2011
APRIL STORY HOUR
Kristen McAuliffe prepares to meet the children for the 10 am Story Hour at the Chazy Public Library.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
APRIL STORY TIME
"Little Pea! Little Pea!" by Amy Rosethal features a personified pea and his pea family. It is an inventive picture book. An art activity celebrating each child's family will also be presented by Kristen McAuliffe. For ages 3-8. Call 846-7676 for further information.
MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 23RD TRUSTEES MEETING
Minutes of Chazy Public Library Trustees’ Meeting Chazy Town Hall at 5 PM 2/23/2011 Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 5:05 p.m. by President Emily Castine. Present were Trustees George Brendler, Debby Powers and Angela Swan. Also present were Francie Fairchild, Library Director, Caroline Harding, president of the Friends of the Chazy Library, and Jim Bennett, professional advisor to the furnishings committee. Trustee Tina Trombly was an excused absence. Public Forum Bids were opened for advertised work, including sheet rocking, taping and painting the main floor of the Clark Building. Eleven companies responded to the newspaper call for bids. Once all bids were opened and noted, President Castine stated: “Having opened the bids and cited names and amounts, the Board will meet in committee to decide which bid best meets our criteria. Winning bids will be announced at a public meeting. Date and time will be posted at the library and the post office in addition to being listed on the library website.” Review of Minutes of Meeting on 01/26/2011: Motion by Debby to accept the minutes as corrected, second by George. Passed Review of Minutes of Special Meeting on 2/5/2011: Motion by Debby to accept the minutes as corrected. Second by George. Passed. Treasurer's Report – Debby Powers Motion by George to accept the January renovation fund report. Second by Angela. Passed. Director's Report - Francie Fairchild, Library Director See attached. Pat Neverett, after 40 years, will no longer be providing seasonal wreaths for the front door of the library. Many thanks to Pat for her generosity over the years. Special Reports: Friends of the Library – Carolyn Harding, President 1. Next meeting Saturday, February 26 at the Station Café. Meeting at 11:00, lunch at 12:00, tour of Clark building at 1:00. Please RSVP with your menu selection and $15. 2. Annual membership meeting coming up in May. Membership drive is underway. 3. Fundraising events exceeding expectations. 4. $5,000 CD should be coming due soon to give toward the new library as promised. 5. Original bylaws have vanished. Caroline is working on new ones. 6. Jim Bennett, furnishings committee advisor, offered to resell used utility shelving to the Library for $175. Eight 4’ x 12’ units came from another library and could be used for ongoing book sale/storage in the lower level of the Clark building. Trustees suggested the Friends may be interested in funding this purchase. Ms. Harding indicated the Friends would be open to the suggestion and will present it at the meeting Sat. Correspondence Adjusted bill for the Town for Chazy for water/sewage for both library sites has been received and paid. Cost savings: $110.00. Old Business Sunshine fund payments have all been received. New Business Annual report is in process Application for real estate tax exemption must be renewed by March 1. Trustee Swan will meet with Assessor Ayer to complete the appropriate form. Audit – Annual audit is due. Decision to postpone until autumn, after the grant money comes. Bank Debit Card – Debby ordered a debit card for George to use for renovation projects. This will help streamline accounting. CEF Workshop coming up: CEF is planning a workshop on Modern Media, to be led by Jesse Feiler. CEF is looking for feedback on whether Trustee attendance would be better on a Saturday or a weeknight. Library Advocacy Day – March 1. Two seats left in the car. Meet in Keeseville at 6:30 a.m. Publicity for project status: Will take pictures of Friends tour on Saturday Wish List – Trustees should start thinking about particular furnishings they would like to see in the new library. New Meeting Time – Motion by Angela to move standard meeting time to 5:30 on the last Wed. of the month. Second by Debby. Passed. Project Manager’s Report Fund-raising Team – Tina Trombly and Angela Swan Looking forward to receiving Friends donation after the meeting this Saturday Grants Team - Emily Castine We have received word that 40% of our grant funds may be available as soon as March. Legal Aspects Team – Angela Swan Investigating the pros and cons of applying for National Historic Site registry for Hubbell building. On-site Construction Team – George Brendler Reports attached. Motion by George to change out the old radiators for new baseboard system at a cost of $2635. Second by Debby. Passed. Discussed having the Altona inmates paint the exterior of the Clark Building after July 1. Furnishings Committee Jim Bennett presented final furnishing plans for review. After minor adjustments, Debby made a motion to accept the proposed layout of first floor furnishings as presented. Final drawings are a result of collaboration between the Board, Tim Ryan and Jim Bennett. Second by George. Passed. Jim also offered 2’ x 7’ end panels in English Oak for use on the new library stacks. They are second-hand but in good condition. Board members will take a look and decide at next meeting. Cost: $500. Motion to Adjourn by Angela at 7:45 Respectfully submitted, Angela Swan Secretary
Saturday, March 19, 2011
SPRINGTIME AND ROBBINS 3-19-11 Story Time
Esther Dominy read stories about "SPRINGTIME AND ROBINS" and presented a craft for the children. They all made felt robbins.
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