The City of West Bend Memorial Library Board convened on August 19, 2025, to discuss various operational and financial matters. Key topics included approval of consent agendas covering previous meeting minutes and expenditures, updates on ongoing building maintenance and restoration projects, and the challenges related to carpet replacement with a six-week lead time. The board also addressed the library's role as an emergency shelter, emphasizing the need for clear planning and coordination with city and county emergency management. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the preliminary approval of the 2026 budget, highlighting adjustments in building maintenance funding and the impact of insurance claims on capital projects like slate floor removal. Discussions also covered contractual services, particularly technology support provided by Monarch, and the importance of tracking expenditures and circulation metrics. Lastly, the board reviewed and approved a new library code of conduct policy to enhance facility management and security measures.

Library Board - August 19, 2025