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Home My WebLink About04/20/2011 - Minutes r 4 • - • CO PY Renton �ibr�ary Advisory Board ct�ar CfTY OF RENTON —_"� � Q��1 ;�;� MAY 2 0 2011 Meeting Minutes RECEIVED Renton City Hall,Council Conference Room CITY CLERK'S OFFICE April 20,2011,5:30 p.m. . I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Laurie Beden called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. In Attendance Members: Laurie Beden,Amy Pieper, Erica Richey,Suzi Ure City of Renton Staff: Terry Higashiyama,Alex Pietsch, Peter Renner, Marty Wine, Diane Wagner KCLS Staff: Angelina Benedetti Excused Absence: � Catherine Ploue-Smith Others Present Mr. Michael Riley, Renton Resident II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A motion was made by Amy Pieper, seconded by Suzi Ure,to approve the April Agenda. All were in favor, motion carried,Agenda approved. � III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Amy Pieper,seconded by Suzi Ure,to approve the March Minutes. All were in favor, motion carried, Minutes approved. IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Riley, Renton Resident, commented on the new Library sites. He said he would like the City to recorisider the direction of the new libraries and consider renovating instead of new construction. He passed around a spreadsheet he created from information he said he received from the City. He believes it would be a better bargain to renovate the existing building and he talked about potential security problems at the new site. He said he would like to see things slow down. V. BOARD COMMUNICATION Laurie commented on a letter she received from KCLS recognizing Erica and Suzi for the efforts and participation in the recent Architect interviews. Suzi commented on the recent Friends of Renton Libraries meeting she attended and talked about the KCLS Security Task Force and their role in the libraries. H:\\Boards and Commissions\Library Board\Meeting Minutes\2010 b\September 2010 Minutes.doc , � � � . City of Renton Library Board Minutes April 20,2011 Page 2 of 3 VI. CITY REPORT Terry Higashiyama reported that she met with Julie Brand, KCLS,and was told that KCLS would be using the Renton LibraryAdvisory process as a model for other city Library Advisory Boards. Alex Pietsch, CED Administrator, and Peter Renner, Facilities Director, attended the meeting to talk about the progress ofthe site selection and new Library facilities in Renton. Alex said there will be a meeting May 2,2011, before the Mayor and Council to give the public the opportunity to bring any comments and/or concerns forward regarding the site selections and to discuss the decision process to date. The Big 5 site was discussed along with expansion opportunities as well as the Highlands site and design possibilities. Discussion followed about the upgrade process to the current sites. VII. KCLS REPORT/ANGELINA BENEDETTI Angelina shared successful results frorn the recent Literary Lions event and talked about the Fairwood Study to be held April 26;the Foundation Event on April 28;the Newport Library opening of the expansion to be held on April 30;the Volunteer Appreciation Event,and miscellaneous neighborhood events. Angelina also passed out the Year in Review report to all Board Members. VIII. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS Erica and Suzi talked about the recent Architect Interviews and what a great experience it was for both of them. They commented that there were two firms that really stood out. They talked about the Architects presentations,their visions, ideas, priorities,and the different . architectural influences brought into designs. They talked about the good track records of the Architects and how they expressed their passions for libraries. Both said the firms had good feelings for neighborhoods and communities and making it part of the equations. Alex mentioned that any negotiations would take place after a new Interlocal Agreement between the City of Renton and KCLS is in place. . IX. OLD BUSINESS Design Team selections were made as follows: Downtown Renton: Laurie as lead with Amy as backup. Highlands: Erica as lead with Suzi backup. *Terry Higashiyama will meet with Catherine to see where she can lend her support. X. NEW BUSINESS Angelina passed out a handout that was originally set to be presented by Bernadette Salgado, Children's Section Supervisor for the Renton Libraries. Angelina said she hopes Bernadette would hopefully be able to attend a future rneeting. H:\Boards and Commissions\Library Board\2011\2011 Minutes\April 2011 Minutes.doc � . � • City of Renton Library Board Minutes April 20,2011 Page 3 of 3 XI. INFORMATION None. XII. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Erica Richey, seconded by Suzi Ure,to adjourn the April meeting. All were in favor, motion carried,the meet adjourned at 7:10 p.m. �°�� Signature NEXT REGULAR MEETINGS MAY MEETNG Wednesday, May 18, 2011,5:30 p.m. Renton Council Conference Room Telephone(425)430.6574 • JUNE MEETNG Wednesday,June 15, 2011, 5:30 p.m. Renton Council Conference Room Telephone(425J 430.6574 H:\8oards and Commissions\Library Board\2011\2011 Minutes\April 2011 Minutes.doc ; ,� _ - ,.• ' Renton�t��co��0mments ',�' �exPense ``' 'E.5'� SQ� NO'f E �getfior�e1aG�° ae fo��'a�e , ,\ R�Lp1 'E.ST 'f A,- �N.�51� Ga'�' 6 p�NER�O��°�mP�,°��ma � NEW�'�'��o TiG V''N� ��HER C''C.�N 2Q,0� �g Na�nfom�a �RVC V� c�'� �5 �'�'a? � 15A� � GpS..�'$ �p Q �,9.1 , �nE $14� �.5 1 �;�+ag e�ag �,,s e�' ��soNs a�� 1N'�ERE''�WG C4��9 �,(�p+�u E� 1�Z 3q�o 1�A°�0 . , �,o�,aS°�' 1�6 7°�0 1��' 4y�fo��u�(e ` o!0 4c� �ey�stin9 rem �', SiZ�� Nane ane �g��t p�n4 � ��, , SF GoE�►��, 6C� �en awaY��,m e� , ,'`, DEp�urici� � ,, Ded�'�� `, pB,tKir9 pe�y,ot 1 . % � � Renton Library Comparison of New and Old Buildings The following information and comments are presented in support of a plea to the Renton Library Advisory Board to reconsider the new library building plan. Judging by the opinion expressed by interested citizens the proposed new site is not popular. Looking at the numbers presented by the city it is not necessarily the best value for our tax dollar. I am asking the board to request a delay in the process at this time for reevaluation of the plan to abandon the e�sting building. Cost and Size Comparison: (see attached spreadsheet) � E�sting building about 22,000 sq ft � Proposed new about 15,000 sq ft depending on final design � City's budget for renovation of old building $10.2 M plus an allowance for temporary facilities of$ 1/z M—total budget $1Q.7 M � City's budget for new building $8.6 M plus land at $ 525 K—total budget$ 9.1 M � If the current building is renovated 20% more money gets 45% more space and costs 20% less per sq ft. � The current space has a little over 17,000 sq ft of open space for stacks, computers and reference desk. It has about 4700 sq ft of other space of which over half is public use for meeting and study plus the restrooms. The remainder is used for staff work and break room plus the circulation desk. Page 1 of 3 _ � � • i Renton Library Comparison of New and Old Buildings � The new space will, or should, include the uses mentioned above. Using 3000 sq ft for staff use, facilities and study room reduces the open area for stacks and computers to around 12,000 sq ft. This is close to 30% less than is provided in the current building. � It should be possible to further reduce expenses by staging the renovation work and keep operating within the exisdng space during construction. Comments on claims made by the city: (see also Renton Reporter reader comments on the library stories) � The city states that the rehabilitation work is very difficult aid may involve some esoteric materials and construction methods. It may require a lot of work to bring the existing life safety systems up to current code. The current HVAC system needs to be replaced. Were none of those items included in the cost estimate? � Parkin g � The current site has 66 dedicated spaces adjacent to the building with overflow available at a parking lot nearby in the park. No estimate for this lot as it can fluctuate depending on season and park events. There is no street parking within a block. Page 2 of 3 � . � , i ! Renton Library Comparison of New and Old Buildings � The proposed site will lose all current parking to the new building footprint. The city claims 130 plus street parking spots "nearby".A survey of the adjacent area reveals something like 25 to 30 around that block plus the 40 the city plans to designate as library parking. The majority of the spaces were occupied during the day including the 40 to be dedicated to library use. There is a large condominium complex to the north that most likely has owners who use those 40 spaces. - � If the high school library is not adequate for it's students I think the school district should be addressing this issue. � The community comment on the local media stories includes a number of comments in favor of the current location for reasons of esthetics and comfort. I am not going to reiterate these as I presume most of the board is aware of them. I noted at the last meeting there was some surprise that the reaction was so negative about the proposed new location. Please keep in mind how close the original vote was. Many users are still not convinced that KCLS is such a great idea and this current proposal seems to reinforce that view I ask you to please reconsider your position on the new build.ing proposal in light of the apparent reduction in library services that are implied. Page 3 of 3 2010 YEAR IN REVIEW �� The BusiestYear Ever . S � STEM �<CIS � ,. , � � v �. ,�.�� ..k �- . �; ,��. : �.: :� �� :, , , � �. � .r"i`� . �rv , � ., �i1�' �� , �� . � �. ,�� < . i�� " �'��'i a t��:., � ,�, �, _ � G _ � "� — A . . I , i £ �+ab„�, �'^. �� .e�� ,�� ..�,� �� r.,�, ��`' � , . i �� ;, a� �` .�: '�� `_., , � � , •' � � � �a � ��;�� # _ / j,.�� w..; m. �.�z... t �,.., �� ,,,u" r��",��,..� - � �� M� , "' �� r ��,j ,. . � � a ...;.. - � �� ` � 3 �� .`��w� _� .«�� : � • 1 ' 1 ' 1 1 1 ; . . , . Som�years are more memorabie than others. The past year was not only an extraordinary year for the King County Library System(KCLS),but a transformational one as well.KCLS is in many respects the same Library System as always,providing excelknt service to the public,but it has grown and changed considerabiy in just a year�s time. Du�ing another year of economic hardship,KCLS libra�ies were buskr than ever.For the first time in the history o#KCLS,people in the service area checked out more books,CDs,movies and other ltems than any other Library System fn the country.A total of nearty 22.4 mlllbn kems were checked out by year's end,a S%increase from the prevbus year.The demand for free library servkes was further seen w#th more than 100,000 new I�brary cards tssued,a 10%increase from the prfor year. Even more noteworthy,ln the m(dst of the worst economy fn a generation,area residents once again demonstrated thelr support of KCLS by approving a Levy Lid Ltft in February.The endorsement ensures that KCLS will have operating funds to maintain the current level of service for years to come. And on top of that,Renton residents voted to join the System after a bng and successful hfstory of ape�ating an independent Library System,bringing two more tibraries into the KCLS s�rvice area. 2010 also saw severa)innovathre projects come to fruition,after many years of planning.To reach even more patrons,both in and outside 13brary walls,progress was made toward reati�ing the Future Services Strategy(F55),which redefines how library services are provided.Planning ensued for the FSS Pilots,which were�mplemented ln early 2011 at six Nbraries.The project entafls revising staff duties to allow more time for ontine and outreach activities.New outreach vehic{es,catkd Library2Go!and the Dlgital Discovery Zone (DD�,b�gan providing service to home daycare centers and other venues throughout the County.Many of the children served woukl not othennr#se have access to a library.A new online cata{og also wertt Wve after KCLS transitbned to open-source software,which can be customized to better meet the growing nceds of library users in years to come.If these changes aren't enough,two new librarks and one expanded Fibrary opened to enthusiastic communities thanks to the Capita)Bond measure approved by voters fn 2004. Looking back,it is remarkable what was accomplished in just one year's time.it shows what can be realized with the support of a community that recognizes the Importance and value of Iibraries.ln recognitbn of many of KCLS'accomplishments in 2010,a number of awards were recetved(please see the Awards section on page 20). But the greatest testimony to our sutcess as a Library System continues to be the satisfaction of our library users. `�� BiN Ptacrk KCLS Director . . . . . .� . . . . . . . . . . . . . •. ... .. , . . .. - ,� . . „ . .. . . - . - . ,. .• . . . . •, , . . . . . . . •. , . . . . - . . . . ,- . . . , - . - . . . , .. . .. , . . , , .- . . .. -. -. . -., • ` . 1 ' 1 1 ' 20101nNumbers. .. .. . . .. .. . . .. ... . .. .. . . .. .. ..... ... ... . ... ....... .. ... . ...i Connecting with Even More People... . .. ...... ... ....... ... . ...... ...... .... ...3 • Accessibility • Wired In • Spreading the Word • Devoted to Diversity Delivering Library Services:Not One,or Two�but Three Ways.... ... . ... ..... . ..... ..8 • In the Library • Online • !n the Community Stewardship ... ..... . ..... . ...... ... ...... .. .... . ... ... . . .. ....... ...... . .13 • Financial Responsibilit�r • Statt Support • Building Community with Library Facilities • Capital Bond Projects Behtnd the Scenes at KCLS ... ... ... . .. .......... .. . . ... .. . . ...... ... . . .. .. . .17 • Collaborative Communication • Managing Media • Technology Upgrades • Added Value:Voluntee�s Awards .. . .. ... ..... . ..... . ... . . . .. . . ..... . ... .. . . ... . .. . .. .. ... . . .. ... . .20 FinancialReport. ..... . . ... . ... .. . .. . .. .... ...... . .... .. . ... ... .. . .. ..... ..20 Circulation Sta�stics .. . ... .... .. . . .. . .. .... .. . ... . .. . ... . ... .... . .. . ...... .21 Leadership .... . .. ... . .... . . . .. . . .. ... ... .. . ... ... . ... . . .. . ... . .. . . ..... . .22 . � i y The Busiest Year Ever • 2010 In Numbers Looking back on the past year,numbers tetl their own story about how heavily used KCLS libraries were.ln additlon to checking out more books,CDs and movies than ever before, Ifbrary us�rs also attended more Gtizenship Ciasses,homewor{c help sessions and used more resources than in any year prior.The following are a few noteworthy numbers from 2010: The Money Saver Welcome Visitors Nearly 22.4� million �a� �`, boaks,movies and CDs were checked out by year�end,a 5%increase, ;� making KCLS the busiest < " Library System in the U.S. f: . >`�1''e Of this number, � •5.2 milllon movies were checked out,a 13%increase. �� • 1.7 million mustc CDs wiere • An aver�ge of 28,000 people a`�r�`4 checked out,a 5%fncrease. visited KCLS libraries every day,for a total of 10.2 millfon visitors. Card Carriers • An average of 85,000 people visited kcis.org every day,a 1696 kncrease. . �. :�:: ,"., • • - . . • m•soanrd.�ew �E��1 `�.� [I M� ��+ i f.. ` GOUyTF' , ,�,, lNf.1tY '"'..a--�,. kds•�' �e Cbse to 102,0�people signed up for , a Nbrary card in 2010,a 1096 increase. More than 1 million King County resid�nts � .. have and use a KCLS library card. . �� -:•• .. ...-. : � Room Service ;,��;�;,,;,. �� Staying Connected � . 1,060 free cotr►puter < classes were offered, � with an attendance „�. of close to 5,000. >� �x,�� KCLS F. , g rooms,�496#ncrease. KCLS'ranking wili not be offrcial untii the Pub�ic Ltbrary Assoctadon publishes Fu annual sutlstkal report 4n 201 t.It is worth noting that although a few Librory Systems have Mgher cNcufation counts than KCLS for 2010,this is due to a different tncicing rystem and does not affect KCLS'ronktng. � _ �_ � i � � The Busiest Year Ever • 2010 In Numbers �� School Zone Coaching Citizens 6,675 students received free I � � �,_. homework help at 3,010 '�'��J ,, :�,::: sessions of Study Zone. This ts a 19961ncrease ,� �� in attendance. ��n� � v k � � t` ��r:. �� Zon� � 1,7�people attended hee Citizenship Classes,a 74%increase. Q and A Summer Time Well Spent 98 300 reference questions � '� "' '="��„� > ' . �'. a:,,��.,;"�;y��, , t i were answered via phone, � ` ;.; ��" ; emall and instant message. � ��`�''`� � ' ' �.: �{ 3 . �� t } ��I` '��. � i. � E.'i � il ''�. 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Accessibility Busler than ever before,{n 2010 KCLS continued to adapt and change right along writh the needs of library users.�fbrarles conNnued to be about books,but they also continued to be so much more.From technology to services for diverse groups,many changes came about throughout the year that ailowed KCLS to strve even more people. Expanding Services Starting the year with 44 community(ibraries in its service area,KCLS ended 2010 with 46.Two 1lbraries in the city of t' � . �� Renton became part of KCLS aft�r I,i residents voted in February 2010 to annex to the ltbrary System. ,;�E;�'; Following annexation,Renton � ,f: . � � � Public Library staff successfu�ly ,.__ transition@d into KCLS with � training and support.Incorparating ; '""_�' the Rentan coNection into KCLS '�'"` invafved re-barcoding a{I the '� materials at the two tibraries and integrating tFtem into the KClS r:`:°T�.� �-� � catalog.Renton residents naw have access to library materials from across the System.Shortly after the annexation passed,building fmprovements induded new paint,carpet,computers and signage. Timely Adjustments Operationa)hours were increased or recon�igured in several librartes to better serve local comrttunfties: • The Vashon L�brary added two open hours to Sundays and reduced Monday through Thursday evening hours that did not have significant traffic. • The Renton and Renton Highlands Libraries expanded open hours,including opening the Renton Lfbrary on Sundays and the Rentan Highlands Library on Fridays. • The Lake Hi{Is Library opened its doors on Sundays to meet the needs of Newport Way Library patrons when that(ocation closed for renovation/expansion.The hours were permanently reestablished at the new Lake Hills Llbrary when it opened in September. • The Foster Library added apen hours to better serve its active communfty. 3 � ` Wired In � Located Fn the heart of a technology rich area,KCLS prides itself on providing library users vMith the latest technology.In 2010,KCLS kept pace w(th popular developments:uch as eBooks and even led th�devttopment of an open-source software system that will serve as a model for other l(brary Systems. . . -. -. � � . .. . , . . .• . . -. .. . .. . -:.. .. . . - .- . . . -. - . . .. ... . . . . . �� -:.. :�..,;,<, -.- . . •. ...- . . .. . ..- . . . • .-. . . . . .. .- . .. . . .. ... . . -. • -.. . . -. .- . . .•. -. .•. -... .. . -. .... . -. . �. .. ... -. � �� . . � . � � .• .. . .• -. . . . .. . . . � Leading With Open-Source Software lnspired by the growing r�eeds of library users,KtLS continued to be a leader fn technology advancements in 2010.With the objective of revolutionizfing the way software for libraries is developed and shared,KCLS transitioned to an open-source software system in September.�th this new software,KCLS can now tailor the rystem to best meet the needs of library users,wh(ch was not possible wtth previous vendor-owned sohware.The most visible component of the software is the new Eibrary catalog,which was desfgned to make information discovery easler than ever before.The new system features an easier login process with the option of setting up usernames and passwords rather than remembering a library card number and PIN;enhanced holds management with the ability to delay holds;holds overflow to keep track of an additional 25 library items(which are added to the regular holds queue when space is available);personalized settings such as customizable courtesy messages sent�ria phone or email;a"dashboard"that displays account information in a small display box on every catalog page once(ogged in;and a slideshow that highllghts new books,library programs,events and other useful Information.Many other enhancements are in devetopment as weil as dealing with the transition issues affecting users. KCLS is a considered a leader among Library Systems for developing and implementing the software on a larger scale than ever done before and intends to share the software with other libraries that are looking to transition to open-source software in caming years.To help fund this effort,the , Institute for Museum and Library Services(IMLS)awarded$1 million to KCLS to provide a peer-to- I peer support modei for public libraries wishing to m(grate to open-source software.To train more � than 2,000(ibrary staff on how to navigate the new system,a total of 226 classes were held. 4 . • • Spreading the Word LfbraNes are dynamic organizations that are continually changtng to meet the needs of library users.IMth a varlety of ncw offerings,KCLS kept Nbrary usars up-to-dnte on programs and servtces in 2010. • .. . .-.. . - . . . • •• • • •• . •� • • • 1 1 . 1•� • //• • • • • • • • . •- • � • • - • / 1 • -• • • • •• •. • � • • • � • • .� � • •� � 0: • • . 111 • �• .1 111 " ,._-Yi�6�. ' •• � •' �'.• � •• �• �� - - � • • • • • � '• •• .• • e;<'J�: , Making Friends � wth the rowtn ularit af social media,2010 was a ear that saw even more people 9 9 Pop Y Y connecting anfine.One of the most well-known and frequented soclat medfa sites,Facebook, jumped in usage from 400 miNion active users nationaliy in eariy 2010 to more than S00 mfllion active users by year's end.To connect with those wfio enjoy social netwarking,KCLS staff devoted more time to reaching patrons using a variety of soclal media outlets.KCLS'Facebook page and Twitter feed featured staff broadcasting an entertaining mix of iibrary services and event ' information.By year's end,K�LS reached neariy 4,d00 peopie on Facebook and 2,200 on Twitter. Showing Our Cards To create awareness of tibrary services and programs,KCLS introduced InfoToGo cards in 2010. Each month a new business-size card was offered to patrons via cfisplays and at outreach events. , The cards highlighted different tibrary resources and services each month,such as Resume Bui{der, Tumbtebooks,byki Language Learning software and Live Homework Help.As a resuh of the promotlonal program,many library services saw increased usage the month of the promot#on and sustained fncreases in foliowing months. For example,usage�or Ubrary Elf,a service that keeps •� �� track of tibrary accounts for patrons,increased 12296 during �� the month it was romoted.The b ki Lan ua e Learrnn ' Uest�� y 9 9 9 Got a q � database received 2,3�page views during the month of Ask a ubra�an• May 2010,when it was promoted,compared to 387 page views the month prior to the promotion,for a 510°10 increase. ;> 5 � • ' 11 12 1 No Time Like the Present to Read �o z To encourage peopie to flnd unexpected moments TA� 9 3 to read,a multl-year initiatfve funded by the KCLS 8 4 Foundation,cailedTakeTime to READ,launched in late TIME � 5 2010.The idea came about after a survey indicated that lo i many�o�le want to spend time reading,but struggle ', with finding time.To encourage people to read while ! waiting for a medical appointment,getting a tir�fixed,or getting their driver's license renewed,reading chairs and shelves stocked with quick read materials were placed at Learn more at www.kds.�g/take�frr�toread! retafi out{ets,m�ical factlittes,Department of Lkensing F�� and other busy bcations.Gift of Time cards were at Take Time b Road. available at tibraries for people to give to family and friends,sending the message that it`s OK to take a little time to read.In conjunct�on with nationalTake BackYourTime Day,an advertising c�mpaign IaunchPd in October and�ncluded transit signage(145 signs for a total of 26 million Impressions), promotions on four local r�dlo stations(KUQW 94.9,KPLU 88.5, Warm 106.9,KWJZ 98.9,grossing more than A G'rft of Tme Card tor You, „ �_ , 15 miliion impressions)and broadcast on KCTS '�' 9'° 2 Channel 9.PareniMap,a Foc�l pubticatton for Card V�It�e; �11VIE e �3 Parents and families with�readershtp of 170,000, Fun ro � S adhered Take Time to READ cards on the front �R of their Eastside December tssue and�nduded a full-page color ad on the Fnside cover.Ta provide �°'"^°�ro��ae�n�Kc,��„�. � a fun and unique way for peopk to inter�ct with Chores ca�'�"' books,an oversi2ed Book Cover Wa�king Tour was N/a� � organized�or 2011.More than 100 sfx-foot-taH framed book covers were prepared to be knstatled an the outside of buildings in eight communities in March 2011. ._,� ..�� r '` „�� :._ .. : �ti :°��_ , a��-.- �.,;a� x;.....,.'.:�,d':z-y jfP? .�_`E�:.}��G i. :�'.�,'s:;.`';: ,�,N';t'.. I• I 1 1 / I/ / I �� . ..�9!+°�`� � 'f 1 / I• / � / • I �I �.; . p +�.;9<.:e�4f�>: ! I 1 I � / I / 1 / � /' / / //I • I � • I I' I/ / I I I • I / � � • I • �e,�,.'"`.. • • / • 1 • / � � Devoted to Diversity Committed to working toward libraries that reflect the communkies served, KCLS once agaln looked for new ways to reach diverse populations.ln 2010, efforts were focused on outreach to new groups and enhanced communication. :� ��:�: rry�,x �a. . . - . . . .. .-. . . . . . •. . .. . . . ..- .. .•. . .- . . . . . . . � .. . .. -. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . .. �.. .. . � � . -. . . -. . .. .. � . � -. . . . . .. .- . . . -. ...- . . . . . -. . .. . .- . .-.. • . .. . . . .. . . -. ...- � . . . . ... . . . . . . � -. . . . ..- .. • . . . Outreach to Diverse Groups From community service prafects to attending community fairs,the fallowing are a few examptes of how KCLS connected wfth diverse groups: • Martin Luther King Jr.Day of Serrrice—Staff and their hiends and family participattd in a servke pro}ect creating a community garden space for�{ow-income housing apartment complex. • Brothers&Sisters Program—St�ff provided Earty Literacy and career readiness warkshops to Foster,Tyee and Evergreen High School students who are the primary caregivers of siblings aher school. • Pride Parade—Staff marched,carried a banner and provided giv�aways in the anrwa)parade�n dawntown Seattle supporting Lesbian,Gay,Bisexual, Transgender,lntersex,Queer and Questiontng communities. • Citizenship Fafrs—A serles of citizenship information fairs were provided at the Shorelint,BeNevue and Kent Lfbraries,which�rrciuded a presentation,mock interview and�ndividual legai consultations w�th irnmigration attorneys. • Gandhi layanti Celebration—For the second year, KCLS worked with the National Federation of Fndian Americans to sponsur a celebration of peace. � � • Resource Tables—KCLS sponsored and staff provided resources - � � -� • at the Student of Color Conference,Renton CommUnity Festival, ' ' ' '' '' the SeaTac Back to School Fair,Auburn Latino Family Health � � ' ' � � � . - . . &Safety Fair and tfie White Center Community Summit. - .. -. . 7 • � � ' ' 1 1 . • • 1 1 ' 1 1 1 ' • . To reach even more patrons,a new approach to providing tibrary services was deveEoped,calted Future 5er�ces rtrategy tF55).The Strategy caNs for KCLS to maintatn iu tr�dition of exceNence�n�brarles, v�e�tt'�e s��,�ne exp��ding orrFlne services and outreach ca var�ed populatfans.WNork Fws been �, �rtd��'w�iy�t�rt�SS�xr.��r,�1 years,but 2010 was a pivotal year in tF�process,with many camponents c��t�Etvn;�t�tnar�Y planning�ot the,staff�rrg an��r€�tch of the�SS Pibt at#x�txaries. Prepaat��k�r tt��ot 1a�tfi ent�iled�velop�n9 ri��escriptfocl��rttt dt��n s#��r , ., �, , to streamtlrtie.��ryi g,ervic�5 and free up�ff;time r�`f�' . ; ona!ouir��e^h at�d�fErte activ�ties.To prep�re staff for`their new'rale`+�i;��wei�`e.c�laped#tt-hou;se_to deq;ease costs and take advantage af e�#sting st�l�eitpertise.Brt��ti�August�nCl Decemb� instructors F�e�25 ctasses fw a total of 66 hours of training.Staff inembers alst�t�ate�1 to develop extft�ng new programs to prowide to thefr commuMtles in the coming year. The Pitots w#�take p�ac�i��tughout 2011 and prtwide essential opportunFties fvr feec�back and reftnement so KCLS tsri ev�u�te�he resu#ts and make arry ntcessary��tments before }. tmpiementing Ehe Strategy throug�o�t th�P�m#n�o�y��t�:�CL�I�kt torward to this next year as an important milestone in its tontfnu�tig ef�arts tt��thdV�te responsive�nd refevant services to meet the expectations of patrons tn the�brary,orttfne�nd kn the communittes KCLS serves. In the Library Inside library butldings,the focus conNnued to be providing excellent service. Whether to check out books,music or n►ovtes,or to attend library programa, about 10.2 million people walked through KCLS'doors in 2010. . .a . .. .. �� ' � _. � r � r � " � � > � , � �•s 8 � • Inspiring Young Readers There may not be an age timit for reading,but the younger the better!Ta encourage youth to read, b�og,discuss and vote on the newest tities in children's Fiteraturc,a program cat{ed You�hoose the Next Newbery Award was organized.The program 1s based on the annuai award pr�sented by the , Association for tibrary Service to Children(ALSC)to the author af'the most distinguished contrFtwtion to American literature for children."A co4orful poster was created,bookmarks were distributed and a blog was set-up to prov�de a history af the Newbery Award and up-to-the minute blog postings from young readers.In December,two Clementary school classes engaged in a lively and spirited'battk of the books"discussion,which conciuded writh the children vot�ng!or their favorlte title.Newbery Award-Wlnning Author Karen Cushman was in attendance to share her exper{ences as a writer. Partkipation in the Ready,Set,Read r�ading incentive program for elementary students increased 26%from the previous schooi year.Students who read 20 minutes a day for 20 days in any given month received a free paperback book.During the 2409-10 school ye�r,students achieved 5,070,400 minutes of reading.Many libraries saw sigr�ificant increases{n partic�pation from 2009,including Kirkland(208%),Fall City(12696),Lake Hflls(10196)and Burfen(9696),showing that families are pladng a high value on reading together.The program is funded by the KCLS Foundation. . . .. � . • . . . . . • . . . . . . . ... - . . .. . . . Supporting Job Seekers With the economy struggling an both bcal and national levels,KCLS continued its efforts to support job seekers in 2010,whtch began with the Look to Your Library initiative in 2009.In partnership with WortcSource,which provldes a variety af emptoyment and tra�ning services, KCLS offered 46 workshops on job searches,resume w�iting and networkFng.More than 300 people attended and feedback wras posttive,as reflected in a letter sent in by a partitipant: ' "1 attended the Job Search preseniaifon today ai ihe Klrkland Llbrary and wanied io ihank you for ihe fnformation and encouragemenL I have been searching for my"rFght"job for some[Ime now and realized thai my sk)Hs-based resume Is f ust not getting me very far.1 wlll follow your job plan and hape my resufis Improve.Again,tf►ank you for your commfimeni io''adding value'io our communfNes." Librarians from Woodinville and Redmond also taught 21 sessions of Look to Your Library at the WorkSource Redmond offices. Due to the program's Fnnovative approach,a number of professfonal awards were received(ple�se see the Awards sectian on page 20). 9 Taking Care of Business KCLS incre�sed i[s suppor[o(the small business cornn�unity by launching Info6iz,an online resource guide for�,niall business owners looking to start or qrow their business.The Web pages offer detailed inforrnation on how to star[and run a Successful small busincss strategies to help qrow a business understandiny business(inancing;legal and t ix topics;local��yt�nues that support small busiiTesses;and infom�ation for Spanish-speaking small business owners.The site features 10 short infurniational videos created by KCLScommunity par[ners,including Washiny[on CASH,Green Rivrr Small Business Cent�r,Bellevue Fntrepreneur Center and Community Capital Development.The KCLS InfoF3iz project received a grant from the Offic��of the Seuetary of State throuqh the VV��shinqion State Library as a part of the Renew Washington Project,tvhich is fundrd by the Biil and itilelinda Ga[es Foundation and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. � � 1 1 1 1 • • .• � , • � - • • •� • • • • • � • - -• • • • • • •�., • ` ' '• � , ' •�• f ' `� • ' • � � '• ��, i�• � / • � • . •� ' � . {• •• • • • • ' . � .. •. f � �''��' � ��,r �� 4�;' MF In 2010. . . �� , �`,� * ` '� � � � �.:� ' �, �.. �.»�: Th�follotvirq nE�vi��roqr�ini5 nr ti��r✓i�e,s �*-�*'�"" ��,-; ,. re, ax�� , w�re im�lement�d: ��`r'" ".:'k�''"`� "�� , � x ��. , `� � • To invite fath=.�rti or nialr <�ireyivcrs ��. � � .� to participate i�i the E��rly Literacy �M��•. �- � �� '� � , devclopinent<�f their�hildrt�n,��"^.1nn � in the Moon"Story Time series was � �-' � �� orgariireci at th�>BeIl��vu��iG�osSroads/ � � � � Lake Hillti Libr�ries. � 'i, • To teach adults aboiit social _w_ ., networking si[es wch �s T�r:itter, � �, � Facebook ancl YouTube, a program � ��,� � � ��*.„�, series was orqanized at the Issaquah � � ""�'� Library. �,. �' " • A comic book creation program was held at the Shoreline Library to attract teens and adults to the library. �,�na , • To hiqhlight library reso��rces that � �� ' � are available for book yroups,a one- " ' � time book group extravaganra waz � � held for both library-oryanized and independent book groups. #�";� � • An online book club was created to � �- �� `�'��`,� �, encourage re��ding in the Snoqualrnie � F„, � �' �z Valley. � t � �.`� � � � � •'��erf,A ',!�:•. . .. �• "At c`'� �� :��:�rt� , �i "t Fp � ,,, � , . « . , .: #3� � �a i "^�.� �rpF>rr - ' ^, , , v � . , � . . �� . , .t � i: ,� 7�3s�� . .. �. ,+ �i ,ij �e�rC � 1 • • Online An integral part ot the Future Serviccs Strategy is a renewed focus of resources and staff on online services.With online access to tibrary resources through kcis.org any time of the day or night,use of online services continued to escalate in 2010.In response to thts trend,KCLS ataff focused on providing � � even more information and resources online for people to access from the comfort of their home or office...or anywhere,realty. . � Story Time,Anytime Encauraging adults to share Early Literacy activities with young ch(Idren,a wiki cafled Tet)Me a Story was greatly enhanced in 2010.An expanded explanation of the service,an fn-depth user's � �:• gu(de and more training for children's ' � Iibrarians who upload content made the online pages more user fr�end{y. � �� The Web pages f�ature activities such as filmed finger plays,songs,�hymes and �� Ilnks to materials used in StoryTimes. � � The increased usage shows the vaiue parents place on the servke and highlights th�way KCLS is able to posittvely fmpact eariy learning for children tnside and outside the library.S�nce(aunching in earty 2008,Teti Me a Story wiki has received more than 1.3 million pagt views and 120,000 video views an YouTube. Kids Oniy Web Pages With children mare Web-sawy than ever,visits to KCLS'KidsPage continued to invease.Throughout the year,63 online children's book 4ists were viewed 131,447 times,making it one of the most heavily used pages.The book lists are visually tnviting and ailow children or their parents to directly place holds on ttems.Popular categories on the Web pages are Book of the Week and Award Winners. Blogging About Books Those in the market for a good book tikely rejoiced when KCLS'book review blog,BookTalk, was enhanced In 2010.The addition of new librarian bloggers turned a promising blog Into a fantastic coflection of reading recommendations from more than 601ibrartans.if people en)oy recommendations from a pariicular librartan,it is now easier than ever to track favorites. 11 • • in the Community The third delivery method of the Future Servtces Strategy involves outreach beyond library buildings.ln 2010,staff began a more intenstve etfort of heading into the communfty to serve people wfio cannot or do not currently use the library. On the Road Five new outreach vehicles hit the �'�I streets in August 2010.Four of the ' vehicles,called Library2Go!,are outfitted as mini-bookmobiles and stop each week at chqdcare centers,tow-income `� ,M,... housing fac�lities and senior centers in KCLS'servlce area.The fifth van,Digital Discovery Zone,is equipped with computers and software for outreach to ali ages,atlowing th�m to create computer graphics,games and animations.The Qigital Discovery Zone stops at schools,community centers,afterschooi programs and senior centers.The vehicles rotate betvveen KClS'46�ibraries,with different Ftbrary staff using the vehicles each week for outreach in their community.Within the first six months,85 chfldcares centers with more than 700 cht{dren began receiving service.To celebrate the vehicles hitting the streets,a kick-off event was heid at the � �"X��'"',�`~4 Renton Lfbrary in July.More than tOd people toured the ; �: � new vehides and enjoyed refreshments and giveaways that were,appropriately enough,license plate frames! �- �.. These community tibrary-based efforts augmented the two existing ABC Express bookmobiles that have been a great success in reaching underserved children in KCLS' service area,and computer trafning outside of libraries will continue through the KCLS Techlab.Additianal�y,the Traveling Library Center(TLC)added 300 new patrons at etght service site�.The TLC makes monthly visits to eligfble King County residents who live in retirement homes,nursing homes or assisted living facilities. . . .. . .- � . .. .. � ... •. . . . . . . • • •• . . .. . . . . � . . •. 12 � • ' . 1 i Financial Responsibility As a taxpayer funded enti�r,stewardahlp is a word that KCLS doesn't take lightly. KCLS continued its tradkion of prud�nt financial management In 2010.The budget was $877,000 lower than the 2009 budget and KCLS completed the year at 9596 of budget. Unlike n�any llbrary Systems in the country,KCLS did not reduce hours or staff In 2010. � Levy Lid Lift Supported Desptte the difficuh economlc dimate in 2010,the put�lic once again strongty supported KCLS tibraries.In February 2010,voters � passed a Levy Lit�Lift w(th 53%�n favor of restoring the operatlng �� levy to the maximum rate set by state law lS0.50 per$1,000 of � assessed value�.{nformation was disseminated through aibraries �nd on the fnfoVote sectlon of kcls.org,as wetl as a Caunty-wide factuaf�nfarmation pfece.l.otal media cover�ge�ncluded more � than 140 mentians.in addition,lnformational meetings were heid wtth more than 35 Friends of tlbrartes groups and City Library Advisory Boards.Fot{owing the passage of the Levy L�d Lift,the ;CO��e+ KCLS�oard ofiTrustees siudied KCLS'finances and the current economFc farecasts!n great detaN in order to kientify a prudent � ftnancia�strategy for maxfmiztng the benefit of the Lid L�ft revenue. t A� � o � � � . � � � 13 • . Staff Support A Library System is onty as successful as its cmployees.Thankfully,KCLS has an accomplished staff that is committed to providing outstanding service to the public. To continue staff protessional development,a number of programs were offered in 2010. Helping Staff Graduate The KCLSTuftian Assfstance program benefits KClS and the communities served by helping employees pursue further professional educallon.tn 2010,38 staff members partidpated in the KCLS Tuition Assist�nce Program.Of those,l2 students gr�duated in 2010. Page �ellowship Program The purpose of the Page Fellowship program fs to recruit,hire,educate and retain a more diverse library wark torce that better reflects and directly connccts w(th the communities KCLS serv�s.Target populatF�s are those wlth diverse backgrounds who preferably have an interest and desire to pursue a library career but who may also have multiple barriers to employment,such as a lack of skills, knowiedge,educatian or work experience.in 2010,21 part(cipants completed the program and KCLS hired two Cibrary Assistar�ts,one Public Service Assistant and seven were accepted into the Llbrary Assistant Pc�ol.With support from KCLS'Tuition Assistance program,iwo Page Fel4owship graduates compieted tfietr maste�'s degree in Library and Informati�n Science from the Universtty of WWashington. In lune 2U10,a specia)training was offered to Page Fetlows on how to prepare for job tnterviews. �pr�, f itil ti! �t r s � ..A,: ti . � � , �rl �,� ,�,. ��s��i `�� ^" -t ��.� . � � ,�. A �,. ,� � w 14 � • Building Community with Library Facilities LfbraNes rr►ay uem like ordinary buildtngs on tfie outslde,but wrhat makes them unique on the instde is that people hom all walks of Iih are encaunged to�nter the doors.To ensure thst Iibraries continued to be welcom�ng�aces to gather,num�rous buflding enhancements were com�ettd M 2010. i � 1 � s s t .�� .......r �,.._�- ,�"� `�,;,,• ''�';>..:�*;�µ, : .. ��,;�°+b Covi�gton Ubrary Rai�Garden ,,..,.,�� ^�:�:1zai.�� lVynbaAp�nGaNe�i 9enellb � .IrMrr�� n.uvw ��.�'� �uu...r..u:.» r�k �� ' 15 • � Capital Bond Projects Several new and expanded libraries opened to overflow crowds in 2010,thsnks to the voter- supported Capital Bond that funds library enhancements through 2014.Thre�Ifbrary opening celebratlons were held,with a total combtned sttendance of 2,350.Several conttruction projects also got under way and two groundbreaktng events drew 450 community members.The Capital Plan remains on track to have all projects completed with available funding through 2014. The fotlowr�ng new,expanded or renovated tibrarks opened�r�2010: • The new 19,500 square foot Sammamish Ltbnry opened in January 201 O.The$16.3 million(ibrary Fs iocated in a new development adjacent to Sarnmamish C(ty Mail and the(ocal skateboard park,called Sammamish Commons. • The expanded and renovated Federal Way l.ibrsry reopened � ��_� ° �Ki�`:?.�:.,.;��:�� in lune 2010.The 58.1 million project included a 9,500 square �I ,u,$:�;3r,::a,�,,,.�kt.,.,�;w�� I �`��'';,:��y:r# foot�xpansion of the current 25,000 square foot Iibrary.The , 34,500 square foot building Is now the second largest KCLS ' library.The library has�large meettng room,a conference room,two quiet study rooms and three group study rooms. • The new Lake Hills Library opened in September _ A �� 2010.The 10,000 square foot building Fs located in the a= � � � =�°' °��,,,9 redevelo d lake Hills Sho m Center and is the first ;'� >x��.. . ,.,:,,..,. Pe pP� 9 if;a,`Ci r,,t,�z> �w��A14 _ G,.: ' ` ' � ~"� s` ' phase of redevelopment at the site.The new library , � 'r.;;.qis,�.; �_; includes additional books,materiais,computers,space for children and teens and a community meeting room. ��,. �.f-,�� . • The remodeled Kent Library reopened in March 2010. �., ��,��;z�,�'�� interior improvements inciuded relocating the mee�ting rooms, �: restrooms and front entrance.The Kent L(brary remodel allowed for the tnstallation of a small Automated Handling System f AMH) ��'��''' ' � to provide quicker sorting and shelving of tibrary materials. _:��:� ;�<' ,,V•y, 16 � • � . � . . . � Simtlar to any business or organization,a lot happens behind the uenes to keep libraries running smoothly.In 2010,staff embraced new techn�ogy and other enhancements to streamline duties and free up more time to devote to library users. wek:ome M�Ms• � � � � � � • � . • ' �' • • • � •' � � �„� �pqrtnmis. duten. wnamtbees nanalt formsa .• • � • � � • • � '• • • • • �• • • � ' � '� � � .� � . �� "My Links° Online Tutoriai • - • • . • . • TM new k�trenot incWaes wme praat Fwwrss tliet ean t�1�+9�+�Y a�++ «..uy ma a,bmunon uw r envp+em m you.a,e a n�e r.wxea u tne �My t.inw•m�m+,v�hiCh ebws you oo•Dookme�ic'ppss m me mvanat met • �. -� �. -• • -�. � • • • yau we tt�quemy. • '� C6dc hero�o leam how b aenfe'Mv Linka'W wa�p this ahort an9ne Bd4�• .� • • • � .�� • Mw.M vou IuvenY taken tha ontine to�x W Ma new UWenet.k k a1H aveYaWe! • •• • • .�' •. •. • • '��. • Rephqer mw tar a teyal Peserc�dae on 3/22 OreatYhrtkMNWuaI • • • .� � • PA'Uq Rne�ONfna-UpCa[e LThPSA MeemM Nsv Vu61k Savka Pm[¢tlwas aW CufEellnes Cktulstlon t4kon .� ' • • •' Wdtome tlo tt�e New ICQS N�hanet (ireat4Yest kWMtlwl Ms��er tl�Twn 20 �,pT�y� • . • �'�. • • � ��1'Q�TW��W�9��E^�9�'� (ireat WeriDefenetl Teen Sevkc!]brmun FMcevm Mard Gna�VlMNEWWwI Managing Media In early 2010,the Community Relations Department transitloned to an electronlc media distribution,tracking and analysis system.The media tracking system manages electronic clippings from traditional news sources,social media sites�nd blogs,and provides analytical toals to track activities and results.Transitioning to the new system tnvolved extenshre training for staff in additfon to identifying the KCLS media market,target oudets and key contacts before the system could go live.Response from media contacts has been positive. -. . . . . . . , • . .. � : � . - . .. . -. . . - ... - � . . . . The majority of KCLS'news coverage comes as mentions of KCLS in other stories(37.6896) and cafendar listings(35.57%),followed by features about KCLS(8.72%)and briefs(8.6%). Online coverage comprises the most frec}uent placements,with a decline in overall print media as more newspapers reduce the size of their publications.The totai value of , KCLS'earned news cove�age reached$799,840 in a total of 949 news placements. 17 • s Technology Upgrades To keep pace with lncre�sing dem�nd for technology and wiretess use by patrons and staff, KCLS staff worked with consultants on a{ong-term growrth pl�n to improve the qu�iiry and management of the computer network.The following also was undertaken in 2010: • tncreased capaclty Por Internet aaess • Added network b�ndwidth at five librarles • Network s@rvkes for Library2Go!vehicles • Additianai wireless access points in(�brarles • Upgraded central network equipment • A ptan to mEgrate to a new Voice over bP(Vo1P)phone system • Upgraded ematl and messaging system x Added Value: Volunteers � Community wotunteers ptay an important role at tibrartes, from assisting students with homework to fundraising activities.In 2010,KCLS'37 ', Friends groups,including the ', newly estabtished Renton ' Frlends,cantr�buted a combined total af more than $388,000 to support prag�ams, materials,an and other library lnittatives.To recogntze KCLS Friends,Governor Christine Gr�gaire proclaimed October 17-23"Kfng County Friends of Llbraries Week"and delivered a personal message via video at the annual Friends Day luncheon.To thank and involve KCLS'14 Library Advisory Board members(volunteers who serve in an advisory capacity to city officiais),KCLS held three wetl-attended Library Advisory Board forums where participants learned about how KCLS'financial position compares to libraries�cross the U.S.and had the opportunity to provide input about ways to better connect to areas of need. • �� 1` � .. . �� 2 � �' 't� � 3 8 4 7 5 18 � i � Exciting progress was made toward implementing a System-wide Vo{unteer Services prog�am to support volunteers with�nhanced recognitian,training and netvaorking.Along with a new volunteer policy,guidelines and standardized volunteer apptication fcxm,design compon�nts were lntroduted to enhance visual recognition and awareness of the program.The design was �ntorporated into ttems for volunteers,�ncluding�D badges and lanyards,ann�versary buttons,note cards and appreciatton certificates.The volunteer branding was atso�ncorporated into updated Web p�ges.During National Volunteer Appreciation Week,April 18-24,KCLS held a Volunteer Recognition event at the Burien Library with more than 100 v�olunteera kn attendance.Librar�es in Washingtan and�raund the nation are taking notice of KCLS'new valunteer program arxi K�LS was�elected Fn 2010 to present a program called,"Dtfine.Align.Empower:Developing a Coordin�ted Volunteer , Program;at the Amerkan Library Association's Annual Conference�n New Qrleans in lune 2011. , � � . . � „ � . . . . �� . -. � � . .• . � . . ..- . -. . . . . . .. -. . �•. . ��• . . . -. � � . . • . . : . . . .-.. - .. . . . . . . :� . . . . -. .. . . . . � . ��• � � .. . � . . . • . . .-. . . - . . �� . - . . . . . �� . . . .- . . . . . . . . -. . . . .- . 19 • ` � . 1 In recognition of Innovative approaches to Ilbrary servtces,KCLS had a record year of awards in 2010.KCLS and staff were honored in the following ways: • John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award for"LooktoYour Library... Especially Now." • TeFfy Award,2010 Bronze Award,for"Look to Your Library... Especially Now` Public Service Announcements. • Urban Libraries Council,2010 ULC Innovations,Initiative Award for"Look to Your Library... Especiatly Now." • Women in Communications Clarion�►ward,2010 Community Service Campaign for"Look to Your Library...Especially Now" • Commfssion on Adult Basic Education(COABE),2010 Partner in Adult Learning Services Award for providing ESL and GED classes. • LLAMA Swap&Shop Best of Show Competftion,2010 Honorable Mention for"Delivering on a Promise to Voters:The First Five Years of KCLS'Capitai tmprovement Plan' • Sammamish Library,2010 AIA Washington Civlc Design Citatton Award. • Burien Library,2010 Puget Sound Regianal Councillfision 2040 Award. � � . . � ' il Unaudit�d Prelimtnary 2010 Information lhlitfi a budget funded primarily from property taxes,it is imperative that the Library System be fiscalty responsibl�at aH times.The 2010 budyet waa$877,000 bwer than the 2009 budg�t and we completed 2010 at 95%of budget.The primary expenses of the Library System are salaries and benefiu,baoks and matertals,and fac�lit�es operations and maintenance. Funding from capita)bonrls went toward library improvement pro}ects.In 2010,KCLS spent S19.3 million of capital funds on tibrary construction and renovatfon proJects. 2010 Genera)Fund Revenues 2010 General Fund Expenses $92.3M S91.SM Properry Taxes 8��►9 Ott►er 94% ��t� Operating � Expenses B�� 18% and Other Materials 13% Ali Other Revenue 6% Salaries and aenetiu 60°16 2� � � 1 1 . 1 . ��1l111111 ��It �■�1 �� Richmand&xh 232,117 NoRh&nd 2b7,s82 Fec�eral Way �,95b �.' .. '��3. 5�sott�tt�C f4��7- � ,>� �. . �� helE lA�'��T7" 6tee��bridgt �bb13 l�a�►fi#rt#�t l�t,�9�1 Kenmo►e 134,211 Boulevard Puk 108,607 Aubum 520,500 Ki� �5'�,� Biirie� SS2.'�2 �4�t #�5' 1 ��t;. White Center 142,025 �� Ki�d �'i� #� N6,i�i Redmond t,221,�4 +�O�t�bp8341RAClI�Ctr 17Qs� Samm�mish 903.627 ��e !��?' Valley View 168,440 __- Fos€er 132,�E4 Skyway 136,832 . E�i� 43�,�1 'C��Ak 3��0 Duvafl 150,652 �1_ 4lqlkaa'►�t► 43,�'9 � 1� WoodinviMe 538,5� Re�ton 3�,�61 Outrexl� 211,11b _"_ Rmton Highlands 211,411 YSC 3�S�S F#�1�t0od 73�&9� Aasweri#a� S�4 ��,� BeNevue 1,504,296 ��.��'o�ls �.#&2 DesMc�es 3�3 te�tr�tS�+r�e �7 lake F{i�s 387,053 Kent 619,236 e600ks 281,689 �. Woo�[+e�tt 23`S�dS' . !tL t!� Pr�fessbnal 34,3t5 �'� Xr'{Y�94 We�#C�Mk�tNMlald�Yip1 . ,:�� ,_ NewportWay 341,615 �iiiimOrtd 1�5,9q8 �� Covington 740,594 �� , 21 � ` � � ' . 1 ' 1 : � , i � The five-member Board of Trustees oversees the King County LFbrary System and Is tasked with guiding the ctvic,social and fiscal responstbiUt{es of the organizatlon.Board members serve five-year terms,during which time they volunteer hundreds of hours tn service. Rob Spluer,President ludge Richard Eadie,Secretary ,.�. Jessica�onebright,Trustee Lucy Krakowiak,Trustee Jim Wtgfati,Trustee KCLS AdministrativeTeam The adm(nistrative team at KCLS is comprised of staff that oversees the day-to-day operations of the organization.They work with civic and communfty organizations ta enwre that library facilities anci services meet the constantly changing needs of the residents KCLS serves. BiN Ptacek,library Director Bruce Adams,Director,Collection Management Services lulie Brand,Director,Community Relations and Marketing Linda Glenicki,Director,Business and Finance Kay lohnson,Director,Facilities Development Holly Koelling,Director,Public Services 1ed Moffitt,Director,lnformation Technology Services Charlene Richards,Director,Human Resources Bruce Schauer,Director,Public Services Denise Siers,Director,Public Services K I N G Greg Smfth,Director,FacNities Management Serv(ces COUNTY Nancy Smith,Director,Outreach Services L I B R A RY JeanneThorsen,Executive Director,KCLS Foundation kCIS•o 960 Newport Way NW tssaquah,WA 98027 425.3693221 22 � i K 1 N G COUNTY LIBRARY kCIS•o A PDF of this document can be found at www.kcls.org/abouVannualreport ` • • � Renton Library Advisory Board - April 20, 2011 I am Bernadette Salgado, the Children's Section Supervisor for the Renton Libraries. That means I supervise the Children's Librarians for the Fairwood, Renton and Renton Hightands Libraries, and oversee Children's programming as a whole. The Renton Library is my base/home library and I provide the children's programming specifically for this library. Every Children's Librarian in KCLS is responsible for tibrary service in the library, outside the tibrary and online. In the Library Story Times: Between the three libraries, there are 11 story times in English for a variety of ages. There are baby, toddler, preschool, and family story times. Each library provides an evening story time. Engtish story times average 40-60 people per session. Renton currently has a Spanish Story Time that will run through the end of May. Turn out has been good, averaging 20+ per session. Will continue with program in fall and will align with English story times schedute. Fairwood hosts a World Language Story Time series in the spring and fall, usually 8 weeks long. Currently, Fairwood has a Chinese story time once a week. Ready-Set-Read: Children read 20 minutes for 20 days within a month's time and they earn a book as a prize. Program runs from October through May. Summer Reading Program: Combination of centrally-funded and Friends-sponsored programs (e.g. concerts, magicians, puppet shows). Runs from mid-June through mid-August. Collection Development: Weeding, ordering, and promoting library materials. , Outside the Library School visits to promote the Ready Set Read program �t 2"d grade library card campai�n in the fatl, and in the spring to promote Summer Reading. Preschool/Daycares: Special on-site story times and library information events such as Early Literacy workshops. Involvement at fairs and other community events (Folklife, Renton River Days). Online E-News: Sent out every 2 months to school librarians. Features upcoming programs, � databases, and other information useful for school staff and their students. . , • � Book Talk: All about good reads. Librarians throughout the system share favorite stories in a variety of categories (http://blo�s.kcls.or�/booktalk/). There is a special KidsRead section with beginning readers, chapter books, children's non-fiction, fold &t fairy tale, and picture books. Tell Me A Story: Tell Me a Story is a story time companion for parents and caregivers. Refresh your memory or learn a completely new rhyme to use with your child. Couldn't make it to story time? See what books were read or revisit a favorite story time session from the past. Early Literacy skills are strengthened by incorporating rhymes and songs into a chitd's daily life. KCLS Children's Librarians have filmed hundreds of videos demonstrating rhymes and songs. You'll also find the text of even more rhymes to try at home. . , � • (Weekly MEMO Article: April 5,2011) Librarians Activate Their Wonder Twin Powers to Reach Renton Students Teen Librarian Jennifer Wooten and I are twins similar in vain to Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny Devito. Jennifer is tall and a go-getter like Arnold and I'm short and mighty like Danny. Regardless of our differences, nurturing and guiding atl Renton students together is our goal. As a Children's Librarian, I want to continue to interact with students as they move into their teen years and Jennifer wants to connect earlier with kids and be there for them as they dip their toes into the waters of tween-dom. � Despite celebrating one year since the Renton Libraries joined the King County Library System in March 2010, there are plenty of people we have yet to meet and lots of information to share. With a little help from our Friends and cluster staff, we will do our best to "represent" KCLS and win over the City of Renton. �. K • � N G COUNTY' ��BRARY� �.� • � � Bernadette Salgado and Jennifer Wooten are working on a variety of projects to connect with Renton youth. Here are just a few projects we are working on for 2011. Communities in Schools for Renton (CISR): The mission of CISR is to champion the connection of community resources with schools to help young people learn, stay in school, and prepare for life. CISR has been serving Renton public school students and their families, free of charge since 1994. They provide customized services for thousands of kids every year ' through the Mentor and Family Liaison programs. CISR believes the cycle of poverty and inequity can be broken through education. Their programs provide systemic support and . , � � balance to the lives of students so they can focus on staying in school and find academic success. Jennifer and I provide CISR mentors with training to help them connect with reluctant readers. Our presentation includes a brief overview of early literacy skills, KCLS databases and handouts that hightight helpful websites. We finish by promoting reading incentive programs: Ready-Set-Read and Read Three Get One Free. Compass Veterans Center: The Center provides affordable housing for military veterans and their immediate family. It is a new housing facility in Renton that opened last September. There are over 100 people in residence with about 30 children ranging in age from newborn to 18. There is an outdoor ptay area for children, a computer lab, and common rooms for social ' activities, community meals and therapeutic group activities. Many of the veterans were homeless prior to moving in. According to the 2007 American Community Survey, an estimated 163,000 veterans, active mititary and national guards or reserves live in King County. An estimated 12,000 of those live in the Renton area. Families have already enjoyed an early literacy presentation and special story time. Jennifer and I are working to schedule a library card sign up event in April. DDZ: In March, the Compass Veterans Center cancelled an event in the last minute and we had already picked up the DDZ. Even though we were disappointed, Jennifer and I did not want to waste this opportunity, especially on such a bright, sunny afternoon. We rolled over to Couton Park and parked next to the children's play area. I walked onto the playground - waving an art kit and binoculars announcing, "The King County Library is at the park today! Come see our new van and pick up a giveaway while supplies last!" Jennifer stayed with the DDZ and was swamped with families clamoring to get on the van. We saw about 60 people for our impromptu visit. The kids were happy and the parents sang the praises of the library. The DDZ will make rounds at neighborhood picnics, the farmers' market, and other gathering places this summer. Summer Reading Program: The Renton Library is celebrating with a Summer Reading Kick- Off and Ice Cream Extravaganza. Who doesn't like ice cream? We have an inkling kids and teens will be comin� in droves to partake of a treat. Once we have them in our sights, they won't know what hit them! We will strong-arm (okay, strongly encourage) them to participate in one of the most time-honored tibrary traditions. Let's Get Ready to Read: Inspired by Covington's Tech Connect for children, Jennifer and I are putting together an Early Literacy Connect event in Au�ust. Parents with preschoolers will come to enjoy fun, interactive Early Literacy activities at the library. When the families arrive, they will pick up a passport and sing, play games and share stories at six different stations. Each station will be manned by a teen volunteer who will demonstrate an activity for families to try. There will be giveaways, raffle prizes, snacks and MORE! Jennifer will work to get word to the high schoots in our area and invite students to attend a summer volunteer opportunities meeting toward the end of this school year. Our hope is to , have Spanish speaking students volunteer as well. < . , � • , Bridging the Gap: Bridging the Gap is a back-to-school fair for Renton families. Communities in Schools for Renton organizes the event to provide backpacks, school supplies, and social service information for parents and students. The Renton Library will have a booth that wilt feature Study Zone, reading incentive programs, and other resources. We are hoping , to provide entertainment in the form of a children's concert during the event. ' Our plates are full, but we are excited to see what the future will bring. Look out Renton, here we come! 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