The Library Board met last Thursday. I’ve highlighted some of what was discussed below.
*Minors and the Internet
The Library Board approved a revision to the library’s Internet Policy that means the library will no longer restrict Internet access for minors at the request of a parent or guardian. A notice will be sent soon to parents with children affected by the change. Once the letters are sent, we will change related settings in our PC management software and Polaris. I’ll make an announcement when that happens.
*Purchases
The Board approved several purchases (projects totaling $2500 or more need board approval) including a credit card machine for the printer/copier; painting that will be completed this spring; and some awesome new lounge furniture for the youth services area (see http://catalog.johnstonlibrary.com/board/2017-02/2017-02%20Board%20Discussion.pdf for a draft design).
For more details, remember that current and past board agendas and documents are located in the Staff Resources.