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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/16/2017 - Minutes Renton library Advisory Board CITY OF --�-''`Rentan �} Meeting Minutes Renton City Hall, 7th floor Council Conference Room August 16, 2017� 5:30 p.m. 1. CA�L TO ORDER Chair Erica Richey called the meeting ta order at 5:30 p.m. In Attendance Members: Laurie Beden, Lynne King, Erica Richey City Staff: Kelly Beymer, Maryjane Van Cleave, Margie Beitner KCLS Staff: Amy Eggler Excused: Jaime Greene, Kim Unti II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA �ynne King made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. �aurie Beden seconded. All were in favor, motion carried, agenda approved. II1. APPROVA�OF MINUTES Laurie Beden made a motion to approve the June 2017 minutes as written, Lynne King seconded. All were in favor, motion carried, minutes approved. IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS None. V. CITY REPORT/ Kelly BeYmer Kelly Beymer distributed a small supply of the Community Services "Compliments & Concerns" yellow business cards to board members for use when answering questions from the public. Kelly Beymer mentioned that she attended the Committee of the Whole meeting this week and noted that the original developer for the 200 Mill Building Project has now backed out. The City is planning to move ahead with another RFI; and will likely be loosening up the requirements somewhat. They are hoping to get this done before November. Kelly advised that the Cedar River pog Park was closed on August 11, 2017 for at least twa weeks due to a potential Parvo virus. It was reported to the City that a puppy who had visited the dog park had tested positive for the Parvo virus. The Parks staff did follow-up with the veterinarian who works closely with Animal Control staff to determine what course of action the city should take. Th� v�terinarian recommended a shutdown far at least two weeks and application of a diluted bleach mixture to all hard surfaces in the park. The rules for the dog H:\Boards and Commissions\Library Board\2017\201?AUG\2017 08 Minutes.doc City of Renton Library Board Minutes August 16, 2017 Page 2 of 4 park also state that all dogs should be current with their vaccinations prior to entering the dog park. Sunset Neighborhaod Park Project— Kelly advised that all houses are gone now;they have been demolished. She mentioned that the City was notified on August 15 that the concrete workers were on strike so there may be some delays in that respect. The easement from Colpitts has gone through the Attorney and has been approved. Kelly Beymer advised that there will be another Unity March on Thursday, September 28. This should be another peaceful march; however,the route will be different- starting from the Piazza and it will loop back to the Piazza. Kelly also mentioned the Transportation Department is moving ahead with the 2-way traffic conversions on Main Street. Notices will be posted this week or early next week for work to begin. Public Warks Administration will be working to get the word out for Parks team, etc. Laurie Beden expressed an interest in getting a copy of the verbiage for the 2-way traffic on Main to pass along to their HOA. Kelly asked that the Transportation Division farward out to our Boards. Kelly also noted that campaigning for elections is in ful) swing. A reminder to call with any questions or concerns that may come up. Cruz the Loop is this Saturday, August 19. There are approximately 100 participants registered which includes both classic and muscle cars. Evening Magazine came out to the City today (August 16) and filmed some footage for this event. Maryjane Van Cleave added that the Recreation Division is at the tail end of summer; they will be collecting comments and constructive feedback and will debrief with staff to tweak programs accordingly. �aurie Beden mentioned that the feeding program really took off this year—especially Heritage Park was super busy. Maryjane indicated she would be happy to report out once program details have been reviewed. Erica Richey noted that Renton Schools are starting back on August 30 this year(a little earlier than usual). Maryjane Van Cleave mentioned that in 2016 there were 15,000 registered for City Programs; this number is just for programs offered by the City, not including pragrams we partner on. She again reiterated that the Recreation staff will be reviewing programs and looking at numbers and feedback on what changes can be made to improve programs, etc. Once they complete the year end wrap up she will have more information to share. Kelly Beymer also invited the board members to attend the Community Services year-end wrap up presentation at Council which is usually completed sometime in November. H:\Boards and Commissions\library Board\2017\2017 AUG\2017 08 Minutes.doc City of Renton Library Board Minutes August 16,2017 Page 3 of 4 VI. KC�S REPORT1Amv E��ler Amy Eggler stated that she has Catherine �ord lined up to speak at the September 20 RLAB meeting—she will present a 30 minute re-fresher on Intellectual Freedom. The board discussed whether to have CED present at the same meeting or move the CED presentatian to the October meeting due to time constraints. It was decided to push the CED presentatian to October. Kelly Beymer will confirm with CED. Amy Eggler mentioned that KC�S has had a busy summer with their programing and also partnering with the City of Renton/Recreation Department. The KC�S library focused on providing dinners at Skyway and Downtown. Amy also indicated that Maggie,Teen Librarian at Skyway has been doing an outstanding job. KCLS partnered with Microsoft, Wizards of the Coast and Game Developers. They had Game Day in the Library and had approximately 250 children come through. It was a great program to engage the kids. Amy Eggler noted KCLS staff enjoyed the Renton River Days Parade—it was a good time and everyone enjoyed participating. She indicated her personal favorite was the Farmers Market. Amy nated that the library does not have a lot an their schedule of events for August. They do not schedule story times in August because attendance is so low—people are busy or on vacations and they just da not show up at events. VII. OLD BUSINESS "Friends of Renton Libraries" Meeting an August 3, 2Q17—Erica Richey reported that the RLAB board members attended the August 3 meeting. There was some initial confusion of where the meeting was being held due to what was written in the previous minutes. The meeting was held at the Highlands Library. It was a good chance to explain to the Friends of Renton Libraries board how the Renton �ibrary Board was established and what role the board plays for the city. The RLAB board members donated an E-reader and other items in a basket to the Friends' auction. It was also a chance to say thank you for filling a different need from what the RLAB members provide. Fred Gurney did a presentation on the KCLS mission; providing information relating to the Strategic Focus: Create opportunities through meaningful connections. There was also discussion on drug usage in the old Highlands Library. VI11. NEW BUSINESS Board members discussed attendance at RLAB monthly meetings. All board members are volunteers; however when a person accepts the board position they make a commitment to be at the monthly meeting. H:\Boards and Commissions\�ibrary Board\2017\2017 AUG\2�17 08 Minutes.doc City of Renton Library Board Minutes August 16,2017 Page 4 of 4 Kelly Beymer suggested that it wauld be a good board discussion to include as an agenda item on a future meeting. It may help to re-establish what board expectations are. What parameters to use for excused and unexcused attendance. How many absences are allowed? How much notice should be given? Kelly mentioned that she could take a look at history on other boards and see what standards might be in place. She will try and provide at next meeting. Review of Board Member Terms: Tabled review of terms for the next RIAB meeting in September. Kim Unti's board term is ending on September 1, 2017. Erica Richey's Chair term is up in December of 2017. IX. SITE V151T Benson Historic Mine Lift Project: The mine lift is located up the hill from City Hall on Old Benson Road. Board members and city staff will walk to the site following adjournment of the meeting. Kelly Beymer noted that today's site visit will be brief; mainly to visit the site to see what it is and where it is located. Planning for site cleanup and obtaining historic information will be worked on through the winter months and start-up of project will take place in the spring of next year. X. ADIOURNMENT Lynne King made a motion to adjourn the August meeting. Laurie Beden seconded. All were in favor, m ' n car ' ,the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. � nat e ext Me tin s: Sep em � 20, 2017 Renton City Hall Council Conference Room 7th floor October 1$, 2017 �' Renton City Hall Cauncil Conference Roorn 7th floar H:\Boards and Commissions\Library Board\2�17\2017 AUG\2017 08 Minutes.doc SIGN-lN SHEET ��TY oF - _._.._.-�Rentan �f. Renton Library Advisory Board DATE: Wednesday, August 16, 2017 Name Address City/Zip Phone or Emai) Do you wish tospeak? 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