Nottawa Township Library Board Minutes

July 25, 2024

Cara Arver called the meeting to order at 4:00p.m.

Timi Sloat, Cara Arver, Amber Troyer, Carmita Hunter, and Bob Klar were present. Kathleen Brandon and Michelle Brokaw were absent.

Bob motioned to approve the agenda, seconded by Carmita. A vote was held. The motion was approved.

Discussion was held on the minutes from the June 20, 2024 meeting. Carmita motioned to approve the minutes of the previous meeting, seconded by Amber. A vote was held. The motion was approved.

Financial report for June was given by Timi. Bob motioned to accept the financial report as presented, seconded by Carmita. A vote was held. The motion was approved.

Old Business:

                None

New Business:

The summer reading programs were discussed.  Both children's and adult events were well attended. 

The June 2024 Director’s report was given.  Summer reading program engagement has increased 15% over 2023 numbers.

Public Comment:

Mike Friesner notified the board of on-going negotiations between Lockport Township and the Three Rivers Library.  Lockport wishes to have the same Library Services Agreement with both Nottawa and Three Rivers.  An updated Nottawa agreement may be needed to match the Three Rivers contract.

The next meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2024 at 4:00pm. Doodle Poll for quorum confirmation will be sent.

Adjourn motion by Bob, second by Amber. Meeting adjourned at 4:14 pm.