Top row- Lindsay Smith, Interim director Deanna Farris, Kim Burchett, and Lynn Perry. Seated Lenny Collins and Susie Chambers, Lazer photo
LAWRENCE CO., KY. BOARD IS LOOKING FOR NEW LIBRARY DIRECTOR…
By Susan Salyer
The LC Public Library had a Special Board Meeting on Tuesday November 12, 2024 at 3PM. The Board of Trustees monthly meeting was moved from Monday November 11, 2024 at 12PM to Tuesday November 12,2024 3PM due to Veterans Day Celebration.
Interim Director Deanna Farris was in attendance along with MEMBERS Lennie Collins, Susie Chambers, Kim Burchett, Lynn Perry and Lindsay Smith.
DISCUSSION OF NEW DIRECTOR
The library will start accepting resumes for a new Library Director. All the information will be posted on the library website and the new Director will be announced on the library Facebook page.
Example from website:
EDUCATION
- A master’s degree with at least 15 graduate hours in library science or library experience (no less than 5 years) is preferred, with the willingness and ability to obtain a Professional Certificate I or II through a KDLA-approved program within five years of start of employment.
- If obtaining professional certification after employment at Lawrence County Public Library (LCPL) and participating in a tuition payment agreement, the candidate is required to stay employed with LCPL for a period of no less than 10 years after obtaining professional certification.
- A bachelor’s degree and substantial library experience (no less than 10 years) in place of a master’s degree will be considered, with the willingness and ability to obtain a Professional Certificate I or II through a KDLA approved program within five years of start of employment. o If obtaining professional certification after employment at Lawrence County Public Library (LCPL) and participating in a tuition payment agreement, the candidate is required to stay employed with LCPL for a period of no less than 10 years after obtaining professional certification.
- PAY & BENEFITS
- Salary range of $50,000-$60,000 a year. Competitive benefits with health insurance and retirement are included in the employment package.
- APPLYING Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with professional references.
- Applicants must pass a background check.
- Applications can be sent via email (Attn: Board of Trustees) to lcplky.org@gmail.com.
- Applications can be sent via mail to: Lawrence County Public Library Attn: Board of Trustees 102 West Main Street Louisa, KY 41230
See official application info HERE
The application process will end on Friday December 13, 2024 at 5PM. A Motion was made by Susie Chambers and seconded by Kim Burchett.
OCTOBER MINUTES AND FINANCIALS
Kim Burchett made the Motion to accept the Minutes seconded by Lynn Perry. None Opposed. The October Financials were unanimously passed with a Motion by Susie Chambers and seconded by Lindsay Smith.
BOARD UPDATE
November 12, 2024 Board Update
• October 2024 Door Count: 6,572
• October 2024 ProgramsIn-House: 54 programs 2509 attendance/Outreach: 43 programs
2280 Attendance
(Includes 5 School partnership programs, and Community Health Fair)
Program Totals: 97 programs 4789 attendance
Self Directed Activities: 17 Programs 1147 Participants
• Books Given Away story time and public book table 524
• Weeded/Donated Books: 274
• Misc. Stats
• Passports Processed: 1
• Quiet Room Usage: 137
• Notary: 44
• Podcast plays: 9
• BSN Digital Collection usage: 123
• Unique users: 60
DISCUSSION OF BATHROOMS ISSUE
The library bathrooms have 2 supply lines, battery pack for self flushers and valves that will be completed by M&M Plumbing for $653.44. Motion by Lynn Perry and seconded by Lindsay Smith.
AGENDA ITEMS
1. October Minutes – Motion by Kim Burchett 2nd by Lynn Perry. None Opposed.
2. October Financials – Motion by Susie Chambers 2nd by Lindsay Smith. None Opposed.
3. Board Update – Deanna Farris gave the Board and update for October 2024.
4. Approval of Directors job posting and discussion of Hiring process, posting date and possible interview start dates –
5. Discussion of Bathroom issues and approval of work to be done – Motion by Lynn Perry with a second by Lindsay Smith.
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The next Regular Board Meeting will be on Monday December 9, 2024 at 12PM.
