HomeMy Public PortalAbout9-Library Dept Report Jan-2019Monthly Department Report - Library
Memo
To: City Council
From: Meg Lojek, Library Director
CC: Anette Spickard, City Manager
Date: 2/7/2019
Re: Monthly Department Report – January 2019
1. Staff:
Winter Carnival gave the Library the opportunity to partner with other City Departments—and it was wonderful
teamwork and collaboration. Parks crew worked with Library staff to build the 3 superhero-flying mini-trucks,
and GIS helped print a banner. Parks and Rec staff were the drivers, and Library children and Librarians rocked
the parade. First place award and lots of public recognition for City efforts. Thanks Eddie, Todd, Larry, Tara,
Tony, Garret and Tyler.
The Library also partnered with Chamber of Commerce to sponsor the community kids Snowman Building
Contest for the first time. It was a fun event even in the rain. The library staff could not build a sculpture this
year but would welcome the opportunity in the future if there were some funds and other City departments who
would like to collaborate.
2. Other Projects:
Library Building Committee will issue Request for Proposal for Construction Manager/General Contractor to
work with Humphries Poli on the Library project. Hope to have someone on board by late spring or early
summer.
Library Foundation had a work session with the Library Board of Trustees to clearly define expectations with
fundraising, reporting of finances and cooperation between the two entities. This was an excellent step and the
two groups work together well with transparency and respect.
3. Programs:
Doing Democracy: The next community discussion is set for February 26 regarding issues surrounding
motorized watercraft in Valley County lakes and reservoirs. Join us! City Staff, Council members and the public
are all invited.
Library Stats: Complete Library stats through January are included in this report.
Monthly Program Calendar: February programs calendar is included in this report.