10.14.2026 Board of Library Trustees

The Fall River Board of Library Trustees met on October 14, 2026. The library director reported that August and September involved room bookings, purchase orders, bill payments, and managing the library’s budget after the city’s initial continuation budget. Building construction was continuing, with the parking lot expected to be returned within weeks; trustees also raised concerns about the air-conditioning and heating systems. The director said she was awaiting updates from the city’s building oversight staff and did not have the relevant contracts or a full assessment. No construction contract award, vendor selection, or project amount was reported.

The board unanimously approved a motion to reduce VHS conversion fees from $15 to $5 per tape and from $35 to $20 for five tapes. Trustees also discussed whether the board should have a clearer role in hiring for administrative positions, but no hiring policy change was adopted. The meeting was adjourned early after a trustee reported feeling unwell.