January 22, 2025 Minutes
Roll Call
The regular meeting of the Olympia Fields Public Library Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:34 pm.
Trustees Present: Howard Robinson (President), Elizabeth Hadala (Secretary), Carolyn Johnson, and Dr. Kametta Clark
Absent: Dr. Taneen Brinson (Vice President), Sherry Demian (Treasurer) (arrived 6:50 pm), and Jerry Pierson (Parliamentarian) (arrived 6:35 pm)
Also Present: Mary VanSwol and Jessica Washington
Minutes
Trustee Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the December meeting.
Trustee Hadala seconded.
The motion passed.
Correspondence
President Robinson stated that he received a letter about the Olympia Fields centennial celebration. There will be a planning committee meeting February 6 at 6 pm in the Olympia Fields Village Board Room.
President Robinson passed around forms to nominate a library worker for an award.
He also talked about the harassment prevention training for 2025.
Financial Report
Trustee Demian was not present, so the financial report was tabled.
Centennial Committee
The Board talked about a centennial quilt. One suggestion was to reach out to the standing committees or HOAs to encompass all of Olympia Fields. They talked about past library trustees, authors, and artists being included as well.
Report from the Librarian
Library Director VanSwol reported that the accessible work station is up and running. The Ringering Room technology has been updated, and the room also got new lights and paint. New Community Engagement Coordinator Sarah Weiner started January 6. The Friends of the Library is having a Meet & Greet on February 8 at 2 pm. The library will be closed February 28 for floor maintenance.
Communications
Jessica Washington stated that Little Caesars has opened. Their grand opening is February 1. The VCA Animal Hospital has been open about a month. They are planning a grand opening. The former Jewel site will likely be demolished.
Adjournment
Trustee Pierson moved to adjourn the meeting.
Trustee Hadala seconded.
The motion passed.
Meeting adjourned at 7:05 pm