MINUTES

October 13, 2025

Board of Trustees Meeting

Arcola Public Library District

Those present - Jeff Saunders, Mark Eadie, Alden Nay, Allison Cox, Emily Coombe, Debbie Sosamon, Carey Wood, Cheryl Switzer (Acting Director), Tina Vandeveer (Bookkeeper)
Absent -

President Saunders called the regular monthly meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Public Comments

• None
• Minutes from the the September monthly meeting were presented and reviewed. Coombe motioned to accept the minutes and Nay seconded. The motion carried.

Financial Report

• Financial report from the month of September was presented and reviewed. Motion was made by Nay to accept the report and to pay bills. Motion was seconded by Eadie. Motion passed with all those present voting yea, no nays.

President’s Comments

• None

Committee Reports

• None

Librarian’s Report

• Report received and reviewed. (attached)

Old Business

• Discussion on the issue of the Scout Cabin was tabled until more information as to when the ownership of the building can be determined.
• Shipment of incorrect parts for shelving in the Teen Room project was noted. Company to resolve the issue.

New Business

• Laura Robey presented information on the “Urban Butterfly Initiative” which has been tentatively planned by the community. Possible pollinator habitat on library property and programming would be aspects of this partnership. More info to come.
• The motion to approve the Levy Ordinance 2025-3 and Certificate of Levy was made by Eadie and seconded by Nay. The motion passed.
• The Truth in Taxation Certificate was signed for filling with the county.

• Motion to adjourn at 6:25 p.m. by Eadie, second from Nay, motion carried.

Mark Eadie, secretary