Helen Matthes Library

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

January 10, 2008

A special meeting of the Helen Matthes Board of Directors was held January 10, 2008.  The meeting was called to order by President Weis at 6:05 pm.  Physically present were members Weis, Keller, Welton, Bauer, Wiethop, Luchtefeld and Seiler.  Absent were Hook and Willenborg.  Staff members present were Standerfer and Schultz. 

No public comment was made.

Weis asked for a motion to move the meeting into executive session to discuss property and personnel issues pursuant to sections 2(c)(1) and 2(c)(5) of the Open Meetings Act.  Motion made by Luchtefeld and seconded by Welton.  No dissent.

After executive session, Standerfer asks what strategy HML should have for the referendum.  We have a few big signs.  We have ordered more yard signs. 

Members brainstorm about what city businesses might be willing to let HML stuff flyers of support for the referendum. 

Weis offers to pay for a direct mailing based on the Chamber of Commerce mailing list.

Amanda asks about radio ads and it is decided that she will look into the price.

Further ideas discussed include:

*Stuffing flyers into grocery bags at grocery stores.

*Sending postcards to library frequent patrons.

*Preparing something for the showcase at the Rosebud Theater.

*Distributing flyers at senior citizen apartments and senior oriented activities.

*Attending the upcoming HML promotional events.

*Poster on the HML wall for people to sign.

*Make bookmarks that encourage voting.

*Using school/business marquees for support.

*Sending voting reminders through e-mail.

*Sending voting reminders through postcards.

*Utilizing high school students who need community service hours.

*Writing letters to the editor to be used by supporters.

*Placing signs of support in strategic spots.

Standerfer reminds the board members about upcoming events, City Council meeting, Pack the Stacks night.

Motion to adjourn made at 7:04 by Luchtefeld.  Second made by Welton.  No dissent.

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