July 16, 2025

Board of Trustees of Morley Library

July 16, 2025

A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of Morley Library was called to order at 4:30 P.M. on July 16, 2025 by Mr. Keener. The following members were present:

Mr. Keener, Ms. Lipps, Mr. Moore, Mr. Rodriguez, Dir. Martinez, Ms. Norman

Guests:

  • Peter Swan, prospective Board member

  • Jason Nolde, GPD Group

Minutes

The minutes of the June 18, 2025 regular Board Meeting were reviewed.

  • Motion: Mr. Moore moved that the minutes be approved.

  • Second: Mr. Rodriguez seconded.

  • Result: Motion carried unanimously.

Building Refresh Proposal – GPD Group

Mr. Nolde presented a revised proposal for the building refresh, which included:

  • Repainting, reflooring, and furniture replacements for the entire building

  • Additional enhancements (e.g., circulation desk renovation, maker space addition) listed as potential add-ons

Board Decision:

  • The Board approved the base proposal and the circulation desk renovation.

  • Action: Mr. Nolde will proceed accordingly.

  • Mr. Nolde left the meeting at 5:00 P.M.

Treasurer’s Reports

Ms. Norman reviewed the June Treasurer’s Reports.

  • Motion: Mr. Moore moved that the reports be accepted.

  • Second: Mr. Rodriguez seconded.

  • Result: Motion carried unanimously.

Tax Budget

  • Ms. Norman reported that the maximum yield of the current operating levy is approximately $1,266,000.

  • Proposed that the Board request this amount in 2026 from the Tax Commission.

  • Motion: Ms. Lipps moved that Resolution 2025-07: Adoption of 2026 Tax Budget in the amount of $1,266,000 be approved.

  • Second: Mr. Moore seconded.

  • Result: Motion passed unanimously.

Staffing & Health Insurance Updates

  • The Library received nearly 30 applications for part-time Circulation openings.

  • Ms. Norman and Manager Eric Litschel plan to conduct interviews and make offers by the end of the month.

  • Conversations with six employees impacted by the updated Health Insurance policy have been completed smoothly.

Library Announcements & Budget Updates

  • Director Martinez noted that the recent Morley Family gift in honor of the Library’s 125th anniversary was announced in a press release.

  • Updated the Board on the State 2026–2027 budget, including a 3% decrease in State library funding from 2025 levels.

  • Reported ongoing facility repairs in process.

Board Development

  • After consulting with Ragan Snead of NEORLS, Director Martinez proposed several potential dates for a Board Development session.

  • Board members were asked to check their calendars.

Adjournment

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by Mr. Keener at 5:30 P.M.

Signatures

Kenneth Keener, President

Marietta Lipps, Secretary Pro-Tem