HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-22-1973 Library Board MinutesUNGER MEMORIAL LIBRARY STUDY COMMITTEE
January 22, 1973
The second meeting of the Unger Memorial Library Study Committee
was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Mrs. David Willson, Chariman.
The following members were present:
Mrs. David Willson Mrs. Merwyn Igo
Mrs. Lee Nowlin Mr. Ernest Laseter
Mr. Jack Oswald Mr. Marshall Pharr
Mrs. Ruby Curry Miss Judy Smith
The minutes ;from the December 18, 1972, meeting were read and
approved.
Mrs. Willson opened discussion by asking whether or not a board
of trustees was needed. Marshall Pharr stated that a board of
trustees was needed to meet the requirements of the trust agree-
ment.
The next topic of discussion was whtether or not it would be
beneficial to change to an advisory board. Mrs. Igo stated that
libraries are now operated as businesses. To be effective they
need boards made up of knowledgeable people from a variety of the
segements of the population served.
Marshall Pharr stated that there were now 36 different boards,
commissions, and committees serving the city of Plainview. These
groups are able to make knowledgeable recommendations on matters
which the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager do not have time
to study.
It was decided that there would be no opposition to the creation
of an advisory board. However, there is a need for continuity
in relationships with organizations which have supported the
library. A Friends of the Library organizations based upon the
present Advisory Committee would be one way to insure continuity.
After some discussion the committee decided that a board of from
five to seven members would be best. This board would be a policy
making body responsible for library operations.
Mr. Oswald moved that the city "seek a library consultant selected
by the. Library Study Committee to provide a comprehensive study of
Unger Memorial Library." Mrs. Ruby Curry seconded the motion.
The motion carried unanimously.
A list of possible consultants was selected. Judy Smith was
authorized to begin contacting the people on the list. If possible,
the consultant's report should be submitted by June 30.
Mrs. Igo moved that the reporting date for the Study Committee by
changed to June 30. Mrs. Nowlin seconded the motion. The motion
carried unanimously.
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No date was set for the next meeting. A meeting may be called
before the consultant comes to lay out problems and make suggestions.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 a.m. by Mrs. Willson.
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Smith, Secretary