Reading Public Library
Board Meeting Minutes
April 29, 2025
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Call to order 6:09/ Attendance: Tony Pikramenos, Rich Grogan, Bill Baker, Janet Malcolm, Libbet Downs, Heather Evans
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Minutes approved from last meeting: Janet motions, Heather seconds, all in favor, approved
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No changes to current agenda
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Secretary’s Report: No new update
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Treasurer’s Report: Budget is on track for the fiscal year
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Librarian’s report:
– Poetry potpourri program was in early April and it was lovely
– The poetry stroll is up in the village for the month of April
– Tony continues to read to 1st and 2nd graders at RES every other week
– Seed library is up and running!
– Podcast continues and Kevin Kaija is the guest for tomorrow’s recording
– Woodstock Magazine article will be featuring the Night Mail podcast in early June
– Cemetery commission, the ATV group , Reading Rec, and Green Space are utilizing library space for meetings
— Tony met with the Green Space committee to discuss possibilities for tree options for the annual Christmas tree lighting
– Electric Bill reports $72 in savings for the month
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Unfinished Business:
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Maintenance:
– Plumber had to come in and fix the library toilet
– Tony talked to Bill Springer and he will continue to mow this summer.
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Bill motions to increase Tony’s wage by $2/hour effective July 1st. Heather seconds, all in favor, approved.
8. New Business: Libbet agrees to be an authorized user for the library checkbook along with Bill. Heather spoke with Jane Cleveland who would like to donate an apple tree to the library.
9. Summary of Decisions: Bill will reach out to Mascoma bank to add Libbet as an authorized user for the checkbook. Tony’s wage increase approved.
10. Adjourn at 7:10/ Next meeting Tuesday May 27, 2025.
Respectfully submitted by Janet Malcolm
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