Library Updates

iFind and srConfirm Demos – Jimmy Welch & Anne Fischer, IT

Jimmy and Anne gave a quick demonstration of iFind/iWeed. Jimmy indicated this process is another green project with hopes to make weeding easier. Anne shared that before demonstrating, she practiced emailing ED tracer list to Jimmy to be certain everything was functioning properly. She informed the managers that the entire list with the summary giving status of items will be available every Thursday and the list will be updated daily. Jimmy asked managers to set an implementation date. Managers agreed on April 12 as the implementation date.

Anne informed the managers that ED has been using srConfirm with scanners that are Bluetooth connected to scan label bar codes and other codes on the items. Melody shared ED’s experience. She stated that Anne came on site to train Mary Beth, Library Aide and she has already trained a couple of other staff members. She indicated the iPad is pretty simple and that she really likes the list being readily available. Anne asked the managers to forward an email to her if they are interested in having an iPad at their location so funds may be added to the budget. Kay stated the advantages in having the iPad is that materials can be processed in the stacks and staff is able to view their work. She also stressed the importance of having a system in place at all of the libraries.

Donna greeted and wished everyone a Merry Christmas. She briefly discussed the Compensation & Classification Study and informed that doctor/dental leave has been eliminated and the earn rate for sick leave was reduced from 10 hours per month to 8 hours per month. These changes will take effect on January 1, 2012. Donna invited managers to contact her with any questions from the changes.

She reported to the managers the NW Library opening is tentatively set for late March 2012 and how well the SO project is going.
Donna indicated there has been no decision made regarding when the new Sunday hours are going to take effect.

She visited Pioneer Library System’s new Southwest Library last week. As of date, there is no information on the opening date.

Donna met with the bank next to CH to discuss the possibility of MLS purchasing about 100 feet of their parking lot to expand as parking space for library staff and customers.

Jana shared a newspaper article about CH’s jewelry program. They are also planning a Veterans appreciation day.

Rosemary mentioned that Choctaw’s genealogy series this month on Tuesday nights has been successful.

Angela shared that Downtown librarians will help in the development of book clubs at locations outside of the Downtown Library.

Chris shared that Midwest City received recognition in the newspaper for their Mad Scientist program.

Michael talked about Ralph Ellison’s successful Boy’s and Girl’s Night programs.

LaVetta indicated that Village is planning a Mystery Night and the Literacy Referral Program will begin on October 15 and will continue from 10:00am to noon every Saturday through the end of the school year. This program will assist anyone in finding a reading tutor and is available to all ages.

Phil reminded the managers of the agreed all system theme for customer appreciation month, “Celebrate! Top ten reasons we ♥ our customers.” Doug Bentin will create a top ten list. Each library will receive one 24” x 36” poster or the managers may select another size. There will be bookmarks available. Libraries will use their individual budgets for any specific activities during the month.

Performance Standards Update
Denyvetta distributed a performance standards spreadsheet with purposed changes. She informed that measurements have been removed and specific guidelines will be developed by the MLO Advisory Group and presented in a separate document. The managers were asked for their thoughts on the revised standards. All agreed standardized measurements for staff would be best instead of different measurements at each location. Any ideas may be forwarded to Denyvetta.

Cash Deposit Committee Update
Denyvetta distributed the cash deposit and accuracy spreadsheet prepared by Stuart, PLA. She shared that the format of the monthly cash deposit would be updated through the efforts of Stuart, the Cash Deposit Committee, and the Business Office.