KANAWHA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

July 13, 2026

The regular month meeting was opened at 5:00 pm by President Ray Basset. Attending were Christine, Shirley, Pat, and Aimee.

 

The June minutes were approved as read.

 

There weren't any public comments.

 

A motion was made by Aimee and seconded by Shirley to approve the June and Year End Financial and Circulation reports. Carried.

 

Director's report;

Christine reconciled the budget with the city clerk and moved $758 from Savings to cover the $2,000 rent to city. She renewed the DMCA copyright protection that is good for 3 years. Christine is offering specific activities for summer reading program extras and a morning and late afternoon Wednesday story time with crafts have gotten more attendees. She saved on the Globe Gazette subscription where they were going to charge $118 and we are now paying $76.59. She provided book purchases information for the last three years as 428 books for $5,400, 518 books for $5,800, and 492 books for $6,200. Carmen Myers will replace Shirley Baker on the board of trustees after approval from city council.

 

Unfinished business - a motion was made by Aimee and seconded by Pat to increase the Director, assistant director, and part-time salaries by 5%. Motion carried.

 

New business - a motion was made by Pat and seconded by Shirley to keep the slate of officers as is: Ray Basset as President and Aimee Deets as Secretary. Carried. A motion was made by Pat and seconded by Shirley for nominations to cease. Carried. A motion was made by Pat and seconded by Shirley to accept the ballot. Carried.

 

Other business/Committee reports - none

 

Trustee training - none

 

The next meeting is scheduled for August 10 @ 5 pm.

 

A motion was made by Pat and seconded by Aimee to adjourn the meeting at 5:15 pm. Carried.

 

Aimee Deets

Secretary