January 19, 2012

Bethalto Public Library District

Board of Trustees Meeting

January 19, 2012

The meeting was called to order by Pat Beiermann, President.

Present:  P. Beiermann, C. McMillen, M. Brown, P. Stemmley, L. Gunderson, R. Hellemeyer

Absent:  E. Hauser

Also present:  Kevin and Stacy McRae, Accountants; Mary Brewster, Library Director.

The minutes of the meeting of December 15, 2011 were approved as written.

Motion 1:  It was moved by C. McMillen and seconded by P. Stemmley that bills in the amount of $57,077.97 be paid.

                Ayes:      P. Beiermann, C. McMillen, M. Brown, P. Stemmley, L. Gunderson, R. Hellemeyer

                Nayes:   none

                Absent:  E. Hauser

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

REPORTS

The Financial report was presented by Stacy McRae, Accountant. (See file)

The Librarian’s report. (See file)

COMMUNICATIONS

          Open Meetings Act – Trustees must have training (electronic).

COMMITTEES

UNFINISHED BUSINESS    

           Discussed CDs at TheBank of Edwardsville.

NEW BUSINESS

           Closing dates  for 2012 were discussed and approved (see attached sheet).

           Discussion of when ramp to the Little House is complete – consider presentation to Rotary for their service.

The meeting was adjourned by P. Beiermann at 7:35 p.m.