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Library Advisory Board Meeting of June 11, 2008
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LIBRARY HISTORY: Kendell Turner reported that the Pancoast mural plaque is finished. She is waiting to hear from library staff on the status of the brochure. Regarding the art exhibit discussed at the April meeting, Kendell advised that she met with Marty Grafton, Helen Pancoast, and Mr. Jim Davis and picked up the original color rendering of the library building. Kendell spoke with Belkys Perez and Maria Rosa Higgins-Fallon, in Public Affairs about what the Board was hoping to achieve. They want to create a program about it for Channel 77 as well as publicizing it. Gendry Bossano informed Kendell that she would like to meet with her and Amy Kutell regarding the project. She noted that the show would be up for 4-6 weeks. Amy Kutell contacted Cornell University regarding obtaining undergraduate work of Kay Pancoast’s and the Bass Museum for anything they have. Amy spoke with Cristina Martinez at the Youth Center who suggested that some of the children be involved by creating tiles as inspired by the Pancoast mural. Some of their tiles may be included in the art exhibit. Members felt this was a very good idea.
PUBLICATIONS & PUBLICITY: Kendell Turner noted that the Public Affairs Department has already stated they will provide publicity for the art exhibit.
LIBRARY REPORT: James Paul submitted the library report. James reported that four express check machines will be installed in the lobby. Kendell Turner inquired as to how visitors can get in to the see the Pancoast mural. Ian Rosenior stated that there should not be a problem unless the room is occupied. Kendell asked that when the mural brochures are ready, that they be displayed and available to the public.
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE/BUTTERFLY GARDEN: Dan Keys reported that the landscape is looking good right now. Discussion was held regarding the status of the fountains. It was noted that Sylvia Mora-Oña had stated that the fountai...
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