The Abilene Paradox. Stacy presented the Ad Team with “The Abilene Paradox” A workshop on Individual Responsibility and Group Decision-Making. The presentation and video put into perspective the importance of communication. Stacy asked for feedback from each member on one comfortable example in group decision making and one uncomfortable example. Several factors keep people from expressing their views in a group setting. The presentation listed several steps that could be taken to prevent misunderstandings and to help with being comfortable enough to express views and thoughts, even if everyone may not agree.
“Opening Night” update. Ric stated there was a great turnout for “Opening Night”. Each performance after 7:00 p.m. was maxed out in attendance. Dana will add the attendance numbers into the Meeting Room Manager program. The Hospitality Suite also went well for the Arts Council. It was discussed and decided that it would be a good idea to use the door counters for next year’s events.
Tip Cards. Ernestine stated the Endowment Trust has requested some sort of wallet sized card with interesting facts about the Library and what the Endowment Trust has helped with in their donations. Ernestine stated she has discussed this with Scott and he has agreed to create a “Tip Card” with about 10-12 interesting facts about the library system. Discussion followed and it was decided that the Ad Team would like to see the draft and be able to have input regarding some interesting facts. It was pointed out that such a card would be useful not only for the Endowment Trust to point out good things about MLS to others, but also for any MLS staff speaking to groups. Additionally, as we get closer to a library election, such a tips card could be produced for everyone----Friends, Commission, Trust, staff----to help spread the word to "vote yes and here's why..."
