Library Board - September 17, 2024

The City of West Bend Library Board meeting on September 17, 2024, focused on approving the consent agenda including August meeting minutes and expenditures, reviewing financial reports, and discussing the library director's report. Key procurement and budget topics included the receipt of a $5,000 Ideas to Action Grant for gardening and cooking programs, updates on security improvements such as reversing door locks and installing cameras, and ongoing Eagle Scout projects enhancing library grounds. The board reviewed the 2025 budget with minor adjustments, including increases in telephone expenses and library materials, and the addition of new line items for audit costs, capital outlay, and salary market corrections. The budget was approved with the understanding it may be revisited if city funding changes. Additionally, the board approved funding allocations totaling approximately $3,765 from library and outreach fund balances to comply with new city personnel policies regarding PTO payouts. The meeting concluded with plans for a closed session to evaluate the library director.