MEETING MINUTES
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BUFFALO AND ERIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
JULY 15, 2004
The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library was held on Thursday, July 15, 2004, in the Central Library pursuant to due notice to trustees. The following members were present:
Rebecca L. Mahoney, Chair
Phyllis A. Horton, Vice Chair
John B. Long, Treasurer
W. Lawrence Buck
Frank Gist
Annette A. Juncewicz
Abdul H. Raoof
Daniel T. Roach
Judith K. Summer
Wayne D. Wisbaum
Excused:
William P. Brosnahan
Susan Maggiore
Elaine M. Panty
Sharon A. Thomas
Raul Vazquez
Chair Rebecca Mahoney called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m. in the Joseph B. Rounds Conference Room.
Agenda Item B – Approval / Changes to the Agenda. The Chair informed trustees that she would entertain a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter following Resolution 2004-32. On motion by Ms. Summer and a second by Mr. Buck, the agenda was so amended.
Agenda Item C – Minutes of the Meeting of June 17, 2004 . Mr. Buck moved for approval, Ms. Summer seconded, and the Minutes were approved as mailed.
Agenda Item D – Report of the Chair. Ms. Mahoney explained that p ursuant to Article 2, Section 1 of the B&ECPL Bylaws, the Board may, by resolution, intermit meetings. As there appears to be no pressing business for the August calendar, and any action on the proposed 2005 budget would be after the scheduled date of the August meeting, the Chair entertained a motion to intermit the monthly board meeting for August 2004. Further, she informed trustees that due to Rosh Hashanah, the September meeting would be held one week earlier than usual, on September 9 th . Ms. Summer moved to intermit the August meeting. Mr. Roach seconded, and the motion was approved unanimously.
Agenda Item E – Committee Reports.
Agenda Item E.1 – Executive Committee. Ms. Horton reported the Committee met on July 8 th to review items on the July 15 th agenda. Activities of the RENEWAL Committee will be presented under Agenda Item E.3.
Trustee Juncewicz arrived at approximately 4:07 p.m.
Agenda Item E.2 – Budget and Finance Committee. Dr. Long stated he had thoroughly reviewed budget and finance resolutions with Deputy Director Kenneth Stone and recommended approval.
Agenda Item E.2.a – Contract Library Transfers. Mr. Stone explained proposed transfers for the Amherst Public Library. Additional part-time hours are required to maintain services due to four full-time vacancies within that system. The transfers do not exceed 1% of the Amherst Public Library's total budget. Ms. Juncewicz moved for approval, Dr. Raoof seconded, and approval was unanimous.
RESOLUTION 2004-29
WHEREAS, a request for budget transfers has been received from the Amherst Public Library, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library approve transfers totaling $68,651 within the budget of the Amherst Public Library.
Agenda Item E.2.b – Professional Services Contract Execution. This resolution would allow the Library Director to execute professional service contracts for specialized areas outside the job functions of B&ECPL staff. Authorization cannot exceed $10,000 per year for any contract. On motion by Mr. Buck, seconded by Ms. Horton, this matter was approved unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2004-30
WHEREAS, the Library periodically needs to contract for professional services, including speaker fees for library-sponsored programs and professional services in specialized areas that are not within the normal job functions of library staff, and
WHEREAS, Article VII, section 1 of the Bylaws of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library provides that “The [Library] Director shall be the administrative, executive, and fiscal officer of the Library and subject to the supervision and control of the Board of Trustees, have general control and direction of the employees, business affairs and administration of the Library,” and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees desires to clarify that these duties are to include the review and execution of contracts for professional services whose expected cost is below $10,000 per year, subject to funding being available within the current adopted budget for said year, as a duty of the Library Director, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library authorizes the Library Director to enter into agreements as needed for professional services subject to the limitation that any agreement's expected cost is below $10,000 per year and funding for said agreement is available within the current adopted budget for said year.
Agenda Item E.2.c – Amendment to 2004 Budget: Professional Services. Deputy Director Stone stated a budget adjustment is needed to allocate additional funds for the Library's labor attorney. The B&ECPL is currently in negotiations with the Librarians Association in regard to a new contract. The addition of $12,500 should cover any additional labor relations' costs for the remainder of 2004. Ms. Horton moved for approval. Dr. Raoof made a second, and the amendment was approved unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2004-31
WHEREAS, the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library is currently in contract negotiations with the Librarians Association, and
WHEREAS, staff have estimated that additional professional labor relations services will be required to complete the process, and
WHEREAS, it is also advisable to provide funds for other labor relations support needs as they may be required, and
WHEREAS, the estimated additional cost for these services is estimated to not exceed $12,500, and
WHEREAS, funds to support this need are available within the Library Fund's undesignated fund balance, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library approves a budget amendment to the 2004 budget to allocate revenues of $12,500 into SAP# Fund 820, Commitment Item 402190 (Use of Fund Balance) and expenditures of $12,500 into SAP department account Fund 820, Commitment Item 516020 (professional services).
Agenda Item E.2.d – Monthly Financial Report. The monthly financial report for the period ending 5/31/2004 was distributed at the meeting. Mr. Stone informed the group that this is the first financial report prepared with the new SAP system, so the format and content are somewhat different than what was presented in the past.
Agenda Item E.3 – RENEWAL Committee. Ms. Mahoney reported that she attended a meeting with Legislator Mark Schroeder, Deputy County Executive Carl Calabrese and the Director regarding the South Buffalo library project. Site selection was the main topic. A site has not been chosen. Discussions with County officials will continue.
Agenda Item F – Report of the Director. Michael Mahaney reported the Library had been invited to a Legislative budget hearing, but it was subsequently canceled. The hearings may resume in the fall. This would provide an opportunity to tell County officials how well the B&ECPL is managing its funds.
On July 1st , the B&ECPL began using software filters on all of the Library's computers in order to be in compliance with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Only one minor technical glitch was reported at the Central Library. Mr. Mahaney congratulated Technical and Support Services staff for their excellent work.
Central Library Renovation Begins: After two years of planning and many months of preparation, the Central Library renovation project is underway. Phase 1 of the project includes asbestos abatement and renovation of the first floor Borrower Services area, Encore Editions/Novel Ideas and West Room, with the addition of a café in the main hallway adjacent to Popular Materials. The contractor has constructed hard walls to seal off all areas where asbestos will be abated. All asbestos removal work will be performed after normal business hours, and air quality will be monitored throughout. The Central Library will remain open to the public during the entire renovation process. A temporary entrance has been created directing patrons through the Popular Materials Department from the Washington Street ramp. Borrower Services operations have been relocated to the Ellicott Street entrance with a “Check Out Only” station available on the first floor in the Popular Materials Department. Phase 1 of the project is scheduled to be completed by December 2004.
B&ECPL Experiences Smooth Transition to CIPA Compliance: The staff team charged to achieve compliance with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) completed its assignment successfully and on schedule. Effective July 1, 2004 , Internet access on all public and staff workstations is filtered (by default) for “adult sexually explicit” content. Consistent with CIPA provisions, patrons under age 17 are restricted to filtered access, while patrons 17 and older are eligible for unfiltered access at their individual discretion. Parental permission is required before any minor gains access to the Internet. Staff and patron reaction has been negligible, with only one minor technical problem reported and quickly resolved in the Central Library's Business, Science and Technology Department. The project has been an enormous effort, involving the upgrade of more than 1,000 staff and public PC workstations, but it was accomplished quietly and without compromising public service thanks to the dedication and talents of a great team, including CIO Shirley Whelan and the Network staff, Carol Batt and the public service staff, Assistant Deputy Director (Community Relations) Ami Patrick , training coordinator Mary Ann Ozimek , Webmaster Brian Fending and many others.
Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library Project Advances: Construction meetings for the new East Side branch library continue on a bi-weekly basis. Library representatives have been examining the electrical and cabling construction documents in preparation for concrete pouring and conduit installation. Nearly 100 cable drops are planned for the building. Staff met with the project's electrical contractor on July 7 th to finalize requirements. Staff continues to work on interior furniture placement and shelving design. The new library is expected to open in the fall of 2005.
Unicorn Sighted: After months of negotiations, behind-the-scenes preparation, planning and training, software testing and refinement, the SIRSI implementation and training teams presented a demonstration of Unicorn (SIRSI's integrated library automation system) to staff at the June 16 th System Meeting. Support Services Manager Ann Kling led members of the training team, Mary Ann Ozimek, Maureen McLaughlin and Jennifer Trigilio, in an informative and engaging SIRSI Unicorn update. Staff was given an opportunity to see the software in action, checking out books, registering borrowers and searching for and finding titles by material type. In addition, a “sneak peak” of the new Web2 catalog — with cover art, book reviews, tables of contents and chapter selections — was provided. At the end of this excellent presentation, it appeared that all attendees were impressed with the power and versatility of the new system and had a better understanding of why the B&ECPL is committed to the change. A rigorous training schedule has been planned to help staff make the transition smoothly. Twenty-three formal training sessions (accommodating a total of 460 staff members) along with three informal “table talk” discussions where staff can meet one-on-one with trainers to pose specific questions are planned. The overall response remains favorable, and many of the training sessions are already booked to capacity.
Summer Cyber Camp Underway : On July 7 th , the Central Library kicked-off its new Summer Cyber Camp program. During the months of July and August, students entering 4 th through 8 th grades will have the opportunity to attend four-day sessions in the state-of-the-art LEAD (Libraries Expand Access for Discovery) computer training lab. In addition, daily sessions are offered to student groups from summer camps, recreation programs or daycare centers. Participants will learn safe and effective Internet searching techniques, develop skills using Live Homework Help , explore the Library's online catalog and databases and also use Microsoft Office products. Summer Cyber Camp is made possible through the generous support of a $35,000 grant from Verizon SuperPages. Children from Lincoln Child Care attended the kick-off event as well as Verizon SuperPages District Sales Manager for Buffalo and Erie County Laura Whittinghill and several B&ECPL staff. Librarian Jessica Ewing demonstrated Verizon Superpages' website, Enlighten Me .
B&ECPL Plays New Role in Homeland Security: In a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 17 th , the Homeland Security Information Center in the Central Library's Business Science and Technology Department was unveiled. Funded through a Western New York Library Resources Council grant from New York State Senator Dale Volker , it is one of three new regional centers offering information on national security, civil defense and terrorism. Many B&ECPL trustees and staff participated in the unveiling, along with Deputy County Executive Carl J. Calabrese , the County Executive 's Senior Executive Assistant Marina Woolcock and representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the offices of Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and Congressional Representative Louise Slaughter . On June 26 th , Supervisory Special Agent Bill O'Connor of the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force in Buffalo visited the Central Library's “Ring Of Knowledge” to present a program on Homeland Security in Western New York . Employed by the FBI since 1979, O'Connor addressed an audience of 25, explaining the work of the FBI and Task Force both before and after the September 11 th tragedy. He also described the discovery, investigation and subsequent arrest and conviction of the “Lackawanna Six.”
Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration: On June 12 th , the Central Library held a kick-off event for the New York Is Read, White and Blue summer reading program. The day began with the musical talents of Jim McCarthy performing songs that celebrate America and reading. Those in attendance enjoyed the participative show, and after the performance everyone was invited to the Children's Room for crafts, tattoos and prize bags. Magician Chuck Wonch, the “Master of Mystery,” delighted the crowd with his sleight of hand in an afternoon performance at the “Ring of Knowledge.” Mr. Wonch stayed after his show and made balloon animals for every child who attended. Forty-two people attended the morning program, and an audience of 74 enjoyed the magician and crafts in the afternoon.
Check It Out! The B&ECPL has partnered with Explore & More ... a children's museum to present a special program called “Check it Out.” Aimed at rural and urban communities, this program allows patrons to check out a free family admission pass to the museum. Located in East Aurora , Explore & More features hands-on and interactive exhibits designed for children ages one to ten.
Fairifield Painting Project Completed: On July 2 nd , Trustees Phyllis Horton , Elaine Panty , Judy Summer and Susan Maggiore joined the Director and Extension Services Administrator Sharon Y. Holley at the Fairfield Branch Library to celebrate the completion of a County/City collaborative project to repaint the interior and exterior of the 107-year-old branch. On hand were Legislator Lynn M. Marinelli , Common Council Member Marc Coppola and Kathy Peterson of the Parkside Community Association. The B&ECPL Graphics and Maintenance Departments are constructing a fresh new sign to replace the faded old sign on the library lawn.
Extension Services Notes: On June 10 th , WGRZ-TV reporter Ron Plants interviewed Extension Services Administrator Sharon Y. Holley at the North Jefferson Branch Library for a Juneteenth special broadcast that aired on June 17 th . Ms. Holley provided information about the new Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library and its significance in the East Side community. On June 19 th , eight volunteers from the Elmwood Village – City Garden Group planted the garden outside the Crane Branch Library. The Fairfield Branch Library was listed on the Parkside Garden Tour on June 27 th . The Lookie Bookie represented the B&ECPL at the “Carnival in the Park” in LaSalle Park on June 5 th . Sixty people visited the vehicle, checked out materials and applied for library cards. The Lookie Bookie also appeared in the School #6 Annual Vehicle and Transportation Show on June 4 th .
Class Visits Reach All Time High: Nearly 500 children and 100 adults participated in group visits to the Central Library during the month of June. The Children's Department welcomed more than 300 students and parents over a two-day period. On June 10 th , the Arcade Central School 2 nd grade classes made their annual visit to see the sights of Buffalo , which includes the Central Library as a point of interest. Eighty students and 18 adults arrived on two buses and toured the building. That afternoon, 25 students from Enterprise Charter School spent time working on a research project in the department. The next day was just as busy when 180 students and 36 parents from Maryvale Primary (2 nd and 3 rd grades) visited the Central Library as part of their downtown excursion.
E-News Arrives: The B&ECPL issued its first electronic newsletter in June. Designed to keep subscribers informed about the Library's latest services, events and resources, E-News is being distributed on a quarterly basis. The summer issue highlights the New York is Read, White and Blue Summer Reading Program, Summer Cyber Camp, Battle of the Books, Literally Speaking and database news. Interested patrons may register to receive these email messages when they complete their library card application or online when they visit the Library's website.
Central Library's Popular Book Discussion Group Completes First Season: “Literally Speaking,” the Central Library's lunch time book discussion group, held its third and final meeting of the spring season. Librarian Suzanne Colligan (Humanities and Social Sciences Department) led the spirited examination of Tracy Chevalier's Girl with a Pearl Earring. Twenty-eight readers attended the June 15 th meeting. This popular series resumes in the fall.
New Databases Debut: Three new databases have arrived on the B&ECPL website. ProQuest's Ethnic Newswatch covers newspapers, magazines and journals of the ethnic, minority and native press. EBSCO's General Science Collection , part of the New York State NOVEL program, provides information on all aspects of the scientific world. Both can be used at any library or remotely. Prices 4 Antiques , a source for learning about and valuing antiques, collectibles and fine art, may be accessed at any library, but due to limitations imposed by the license agreement it is not available remotely.
EPIC and B&ECPL Join Forces: Every Person Involved with Children (EPIC) has invited the B&ECPL to become a partner in launching a new literacy effort. The “Ready, Set, Read” family literacy program, funded by a three-year, $200,000 grant from the Peter and Elizabeth C. Tower Foundation, will be aimed at increasing literacy among minority and disadvantaged families in the Buffalo and Niagara Falls areas. EPIC will serve as the lead agency working with a coalition of organizations in addition to the Library. These may include Literacy Volunteers and WNED-TV.
B&ECPL Represented at ALA Conference: Deputy Director Ruth Collins and Central Library Administrator Peggy Skotnicki were presenters at the American Library Association (ALA) Conference in Orlando from June 24 th through 30 th . Ms. Collins was the moderator and a panelist on the program entitled “Accreditation and Certification: the Debate Heats Up.” As suggested by the title, this was an examination of fact and opinion on these two important processes from members of ALA 's Committee on Education, including library educators from New York , Georgia , Florida and Illinois . Ms. Skotnicki's session covered the topic, “Balancing the Load: Strategies for Working Smarter.” Ms. Skotnicki explained the B&ECPL's Process Improvement Project and how the results will assist in resource management decisions. CIO Shirley Whelan found a presentation by the Charleston Public Library on “Automating Your Bookmobile: Satellites and Beyond” especially valuable. In addition, Ms. Whelan spoke with and received valuable information from vendors representing products used for printer cost recovery and patron computer sign-up, Envisionware and Comprise SAM. Also in attendance from B&ECPL were Assistant Deputy Director (Human Resources) Mary Jean Jakubowski , Business, Science and Technology Department Manager Kate Weeks and librarians Taherra Shaheed (Mobiles) and Jamie Smith (Fronczak Branch). Librarian trainee Sandra Blackman (Mobiles) attended as recipient of the ALA Office of Diversity's Spectrum Initiative Scholarship.
Staff Attends Rare Books & Manuscripts Section (RBMS) Conference: Central Library Administrator Peggy Skotnicki and Humanities and Social Sciences Manager Elaine Barone attended the RBMS conference in New Haven , Connecticut , from June 21 st through 24 th . Held at Yale University , this conference provided an opportunity to tour its Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library and the preservation departments of the Sterling Memorial Library, as well as the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford . This conference provided ideas and opportunities that can be implemented by the B&ECPL, including preparing exhibitions of special collections, funding opportunities for special collections projects, interfacing with library administration and a plenary session on renovation and fundraising by the Director of the Humanities Resource Center at the University of Texas at Austin . The Library Foundation of Buffalo & Erie County underwrote Ms. Barone's attendance.
There's No News Like Old News: Since 2001, the B&ECPL has been working with UltraScan Corporation of Amherst , New York , to explore the application of biometrics to supplement or replace the use of a traditional library card. The “Touch & Go” system has been operating at the Central Library and the Crane Branch for more than two years, yet those at Library Journal took notice only last month. A telephone conversation with Support Services Administrator Lucille DeFranks proved intriguing enough that one reporter chose to write an article for LJ Hotline as well as the June 15 th issue of Library Journal ! Everything old is new again – even finger imaging!
Miscellaneous Meetings and Appearances: On June 16 th , the Director was a guest reader at the annual “Bloomsday Buffalo” celebration at the Irish Classical Theatre. On June 19 th , Deputy Directors Ruth Collins and Ken Stone joined the Director for a meeting with the Association of Contract Library Trustees (ACT). Also present at that meeting was B&ECPL Trustee Bill Brosnahan. On June 23 rd , the Director attended a general meeting of County commissioners and department heads. On June 30 th , the Director met with representatives of the Erie County Health Department to discuss a new County-wide employee wellness program. On June 30 th , Board Chair Rebecca Mahoney and the Director met with Deputy County Executive Carl Calabrese and Erie County Legislator Mark J. F. Schroeder to discuss the status of the new South Buffalo library project.
Agenda Item G – Report of the Foundation Director. The Foundation's Executive Director was not in attendance, so no report was presented.
Agenda Item H – Public Comment. ElizaBeth Berry of “Save Our Libraries” disputed the bill she received to cover the cost of supplying her with information she requested. Chair Mahoney replied the B&ECPL would review her complaint and respond. Ms. Berry feels the process used to select focus group participants was biased.
John Klukowski, Sr. of 189 Cazenovia Street feels the community was misled by the RENEWAL Committee's promise of “renewing” services. He believes it implied an improvement of existing services rather than consolidation of two facilities. South Buffalo residents are still waiting to receive a solid proposal with a site recommendation.
Peter Warn of 88 Coolidge Road believes many people are still looking forward to having a new library facility in South Buffalo , but there are some concerns. Erie County Public Works was to have prepared a report by April. Has this been done? He would also like to know if the County's worsening fiscal condition could derail this project.
Jeffrey Gauthier of 189 Cazenovia Street still believes two older libraries are better than one new one. He asked the B&ECPL to make the Cazenovia Branch handicapped accessible. He thinks the Dudley and Cazenovia libraries are excellently sited as they are next to existing parks.
Carol May of 203 Lockwood feels the focus group findings that concluded there was community interest in building a new library were unfair because the entire community was not able to participate.
Valerie Niederhoffer of Buffalo feels local library service is important to children who do not have reading material at home. Libraries give children the ability to educate themselves. She asked if a contractor had been selected to build the new library in South Buffalo . Chair Mahoney replied that a contractor had not been selected as no building plans have been prepared, and the project has not been put out to bid.
Agenda Item I – Unfinished Business. No unfinished business.
Agenda Item J – New Business.
Agenda Item J.1 – Adoption of Strategic Plan. Trustee Annette Juncewicz stated the Planning Committee reviewed the draft Strategic Plan, which provides the State and the public with the Library's goals and a timetable for achieving those goals. The document was posted on the B&ECPL website, and copies were provided at each library. Responses were received from the public in writing and through an online submission form. The Planning Committee reviewed the comments and recommends the draft Strategic Plan be adopted without modification and that comments be made available for anyone who would like to review them. Ms. Summer moved to adopt the Strategic Plan and was seconded by Ms. Horton. The motion was approved unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2004-32
WHEREAS, on May 20, 2004, the Board's Planning Committee released Breaking New Ground: Strengthening a Community through Superior Library Service , a proposed draft of a 3-year strategic plan for the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, and
WHEREAS, inspection copies of the draft document were distributed to all 52 B&ECPL locations, and the full text was posted on the Library's website , and
WHEREAS, the Board provided various means for members of the community to submit comments orally, electronically and in written correspondence , and
WHEREAS, all comments received by the posted deadline of July 1, 2004 have been compiled and reviewed by the Board's Planning Committee, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that questions or valid issues of concern identified in the feedback process should be addressed directly by B&ECPL staff, independent of the planning process, and be it further
RESOLVED, that based on the recommendation of the Planning Committee, the Board of Trustees adopts Breaking New Ground: Strengthening a Community through Superior Library Service without modification.
Agenda Item K – Executive Session. At approximately 4:30 p.m. the Board adjourned into executive session.
At approximately 4:55 p.m. , on motion by Ms. Horton and a second by Mr. Buck, the Board concluded executive session and reconvened in public session to act on the personnel matter discussed during executive session.
Agenda Item J.2 – Resolution to Honor Lucille M. DeFranks. Chair Mahoney asked Assistant Deputy Director Lucille DeFranks to step forward. Director Michael Mahaney presented her with a framed resolution honoring Ms. DeFranks for her years of service. Following Mr. Mahaney's reading of the resolution, Dr. Raoof moved for approval of Resolution 2004-33. Ms. Horton seconded, and the motion was approved.
RESOLUTION 2004-33
WHEREAS, LUCILLE M. DEFRANKS began her association with the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library as a part-time page on June 23, 1966 , and
WHEREAS, in subsequent years, she contributed her talents and energies to other assignments in the Book Care Department, the Stacks Department, the Buffalo Branch Division and elsewhere, and
WHEREAS, on October 14, 1972, she was appointed Librarian Trainee and attained her Master of Library Science Degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo on February 1, 1974, and
WHEREAS, in subsequent assignments with the various departments and locations of the B&ECPL she demonstrated energy and aptitude, including her on-camera service as the Library's regular representative on WKBW-TV's Rocketship Seven program, and
WHEREAS, in 1987, she was named Coordinator of the B&ECPL's Total Online Library Information System (TOLIS) Project, as well as the Circulation and Interlibrary Loan Departments, and
WHEREAS, she made major contributions toward innovative and enduring services such as the conversion of B&ECPL libraries to automated circulation and, in 1993, earned the National Association of Counties Award for major service improvement, and
WHEREAS, in 1996, after the successful introduction of the ‘Request Plus' reserve system and completion of the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) Project, LUCILLE M. DEFRANKS was promoted to Assistant Deputy Director of Support Services, and
WHEREAS, her efforts have been invaluable in the B&ECPL's migration from an aging automation system to a state-of-the-art SIRSI Unicorn system that will serve the B&ECPL for many years to come, and
WHEREAS, she has never failed to make contributions above and beyond the call of duty, including the transformation and ongoing supervision of Encore Editions and Novel Ideas, the Library's used book and gift shop, and service as Staff Association president and board member, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that in recognition and appreciation of the decades of commitment, talent and leadership LUCILLE M. DEFRANKS has demonstrated in service to this institution, the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library Board of Trustees expresses on behalf of the Library and the community at large its profound gratitude and deepest respect on the occasion of her retirement after 38 years of faithful service.
Ms. DeFranks thanked everyone for the unexpected honor and said she thoroughly enjoyed all of her library assignments during her career. She appreciated the Board's support over the years and thanked her colleagues for making her job such a pleasure.
There being no further business, on motion by Mr. Roach and a second by Mr. Gist, the meeting was adjourned at 5:04 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon A. Thomas
Secretary