Mt. Lebanon Library Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The board discussed the status of the DRAW Collective contract, budget updates for the renovation project, and upcoming events organized by the Friends of the Library. The Commission Liaison provided updates on local zoning code revisions, including limitations on vape shops, and discussed a department-wide planning session regarding resource allocation and future infrastructure projects. The board held an election for its officers, finalized committee memberships, and established an ad hoc committee for a strategic plan revision. Additionally, the board approved a revision to the library lending policy to clarify services available to residents and reviewed upcoming library-led events and community outreach programs.
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Mt. Lebanon Library Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The board discussed upcoming Friends of the Library activities, including a plant sale and website updates. The Commission Liaison provided an update on the municipal zoning code update. The President reported on officer nominations and subcommittee memberships. The Library Director reviewed advocacy efforts with ACLA, progress on state and annual reports, and successful community events. The Fundraising Committee proposed transitioning the annual Garden Tour to a virtual format and explored alternative fundraising events for the future. The Governance Committee reported on upcoming work to refine the library's lending policy. Additionally, the board reviewed the status of the library space planning project, including proposals for construction administration, grant announcements, and the project timeline.
Feb 17, 2026·Board meeting
Mt. Lebanon Library Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The meeting encompassed reports from the Friends of the Library regarding operational responsibilities and event planning. Updates from the Commission Liaison covered ongoing infrastructure projects, including recreation center ADA upgrades and an active transportation plan, alongside potential future bond issues. The President announced the formation of an Ad Hoc Committee to assist with strategic plan revisions, and the Director detailed space planning initiatives for library operations. Extensive discussion took place regarding the Library Lending Policy for e-resources, focusing on residency requirements, cost management strategies, and potential policy updates to restrict non-resident access. The meeting concluded with a reminder regarding the submission of the Statement of Ethics.
Jan 20, 2026·Board meeting
Mt. Lebanon Library Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes
Key discussions included the formalization of the 2026 Operating Budget and the approval of funds for the Banner (Library of the Year) award. Program attendance statistics were reviewed, noting an overall increase but concerns about specific teen programming and the accuracy of the current people counter. The Friends of the Library reported on membership, significant donations, and progress on their Memorandum of Understanding with the Board. The Director's Report covered updates on renovations planned for inclusion in a Bond Issue, the status of a Keystone Grant application for ADA bathroom updates, and the project timeline estimate of nine months following engagement with Draw Collective. The Board also received updates on state report submissions and planned new Commissioner orientations. Committee reports focused on adding reviewed policies to the library website. A significant portion of the meeting addressed the Library Lending Policy, specifically the rising costs of e-resources like Kanopy and Hoopla if the county system drops its subscription, and the optics of restricting access after receiving funding for these resources. Questions were posed to be addressed by the Associate Director for Public Services at the next meeting concerning user statistics, billing methods, contract elements, and potential alternative funding sources. The meeting concluded with a discussion regarding the structure for developing the 2026 Goals for the Library Strategic Plan.
