Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kathy Barber’s organization
Jun 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Keller Public Library Board Of Directors Board Minutes
The meeting covered financial, operational, and administrative topics. The board reviewed and approved the treasury report and discussed library director attendance at professional meetings. Key decisions included approving the addition of the Hoopla service, increasing rural and family library fees, and eliminating rental fees for new book releases. The board also reviewed the library's internet provider, opting to maintain the current service. Additionally, the board elected to retain all current officers and tabled discussions regarding trust fund investments until a future meeting. The Friends of the Library funding for the Summer Reading Program was noted, and the board entered into an executive session before adjournment.
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The board reviewed the treasury report for March, noting receipts and disbursements. The library report highlighted that statistics remain positive despite the suspension of story hours due to remodeling. Discussions regarding the addition of the Hoopla service were tabled pending the finalization of the library budget. In new business, the board evaluated bids for a new fire alarm system, ultimately selecting a vendor providing addressable sensors, and acknowledged the hiring of a new employee.
Apr 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Keller Public Library Board Board Minutes
The board meeting focused on financial and operational updates, including the review of the February treasury report and the March library report, where statistics were noted as positive despite library remodeling efforts. Key discussion topics included the completion of interior library renovations, the resolution of roof repairs, and the decision to postpone discussions regarding the Hoopla service. Plans for the upcoming summer reading program were introduced. Additionally, the Friends of the Library provided an update on their successful spring dinner fundraiser, which will fund upcoming summer programs and the acquisition of new STEM kits.
Mar 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Keller Public Library Board Of Directors Board Minutes
The board reviewed the treasury report for January, noting receipts and disbursements. The library report highlighted successful Story Hour programs and good library statistics. Old business covered the progress of the library remodel and addition, including the installation of new storage walls and flooring. New business involved the approval of the proposed budget for the city and a discussion regarding the implementation of Hoopla, a digital borrowing platform, with considerations for usage limits, fee adjustments, and potential cost offsets.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
