The Warren-Newport Public Library District provides the community with access to information, kindles the
imagination of children and adults, and supports lifelong learning.— Mission statement approved by the Board of
Trustees, December 13, 2005
Board of Trustees
Committee of the Whole
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 7:00 PM
“Virtual Meeting”
The Meeting will proceed without a quorum physically present.
Members of the public can attend the meeting by telephone:
312-626-6799 (when prompted, type in the following Meeting ID: 890 1235
5028)
Members of the public are encouraged to submit public comments prior to the
meeting by sending an e-mail to rlivergood[at]wnpl.info (substitute an “@” for
the [at] in the e-mail address) using “Public Comment” in the subject line.
AGENDA
“Virtual Meeting”
I. Call to order
II. Requirements of the Government Emergency Administration Act (P.A. 1000640)
review {1}
III. Verification of clear audio and Determination of quorum {1}
IV. Public Comment {20}
The Board of Trustees allows up to 20 minutes for Public Comment.
Individuals may introduce themselves and speak on any library issues, not to
exceed 3 minutes. Those who want their remarks to be added to the Board
record must provide a copy to the Board Secretary by sending an e-mail to
rlivergood[at]wnpl.info (substitute an “@” for the [at] in the e-mail
address) prior to speaking.
V. Finance Committee of the Whole: Andrea Farr Capizzi, Treasurer {45}
a. Financial statements for December 2020
b.
c.
Property tax receipts update
Budget planning FY 2021/2022: Initial overview of potential capital
projects
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Warren-Newport Public Library District
Board of Trustees
Committee of the Whole February 2, 2021
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VI.
Building and Grounds Committee of the Whole: George Kotsinis, Vice
President {10}
a.
LED lighting update
b.
Retaining wall update
VII.
Policy Committee of the Whole: Katherine Arnold, Chair {10}
a.
Policy 3035 Reference and Reader’s Advisory Services
b.
Policy 3065 Technology Use by the Public
VIII.
Personnel Committee of the Whole: Jo Beckwith, President {10}
a.
Personnel Policies: Change the title of the Human Resources Associate to
Human Resources Generalist.
b.
Policy 701 Employee Conduct and Work Rules
c.
Policy 702 Drug and Alcohol Use
d.
Policy 703 Harassment, Discrimination and Retailiation
IX.
General Committee of the Whole: Jo Beckwith, President {30}
a.
Per Capita Grant requirements (review of Serving Our Public 4.0
Standards for Illinois Public Libraries)
i. Chapter 9 Public Services: Rference and Reader’s Advisory Services
ii. Chapter 10 Programming
iii. Chapter 11 Youth/Young Adult Services
iv. Chapter 12 Technology
v.
Chapter 13 Marketing, Promotion, and Collaboration
b.
Strategic plan 2020-2022 update
c.
Overview of Promotores Ambassador Program
d.
Board Extranet
e.
Vaccination update
f.
United for Libraries membership
X.
Agenda items for Committee of the Whole for March 02, 2021 {5}
a.
Finance:
i.
Review of January 2021 financial statements
b.
Buildings and Grounds:
ii. LED lighting project
c.
Policy and Bylaws
d.
Personnel
e.
General
224 North O’Plaine Road, Gurnee, Illinois 60031
847-244-5150 FAX 847-244-3499
www.wnpl.info
Individuals requiring special accommodations as specified by the American with Disabilities Act are requested
to notify the Executive Director at 847-244-5150 ext.3008 at least 48 hours in advance of this meeting date.
Warren-Newport Public Library District
Board of Trustees
Committee of the Whole February 2, 2021
Agenda page 3
XI. Announcements {2}
a. ILA Virtual Library Legislative Meet-Up, February 15, 2021.
b. Regular Board Meeting, Tuesday, February 16, 2021, 7:00 p.m.
c. Committee of the Whole, Tuesday, March 02, 2021, 7:00 p.m.
XII. Adjournment {1}
{Estimated duration: 144 minutes}
224 North O’Plaine Road, Gurnee, Illinois 60031
847-244-5150 FAX 847-244-3499
www.wnpl.info
Individuals requiring special accommodations as specified by the American with Disabilities Act are requested
to notify the Executive Director at 847-244-5150 ext.3008 at least 48 hours in advance of this meeting date.