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Recommendation 20220725-6: Support for Austin Public Library Proposed FY23 Budget original pdf

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LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20220725-6: Support for Austin Public Library Proposed Budget for FY23 Seconded By: Commissioner Masters Date: July 25, 2022 Subject: Support for Austin Public Library Proposed Budget for FY23 Motioned By: Vice Chair Infante Recommendation Support for Austin Public Library Proposed Budget for FY23 Description of Recommendation to Council Requesting that the Austin City Council approve the proposed Austin Public Library FY23 budget request, including increases to purchase new library materials and for salary adjustments to ensure recruitment and retention of library staff. Rationale: “Libraries are a cornerstone of democracy—where information is free and equally available to everyone. People tend to take that for granted, and they don’t realize what is at stake when that is put at risk.” ― Carla Hayden, 14th Librarian of Congress Following the COVID-19 pandemic related shutdowns, APL rebounded to move toward full service for the citizens of Austin by providing access to physical facilities and collections as well as ongoing online access to digital materials. APL continues to provide innovative programming. In the past year, July 2021 – June 2022, APL hosted 680 in-person programs and 264 live virtual programs with 24,676 attendees. 2022’s APL Virtual Summer Reading Program Austin Completely Booked has seen readers of all ages log over 800,000 minutes of reading since the program started in June. In an effort to address the ongoing digital divide, the APL continues to offer a widespread device loan program in partnership with community organizations and area school districts. APL also has a new grant initiative to support digital inclusion awarded by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission / Institute of Museum of Museum and Library Service / American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The grant includes digital navigators and telehealth services and support. The focus and purpose of the grant is for libraries to address digital access and gaps of residents, most impacted by COVID to confidently and meaningfully navigate and access online resources. APL plans to build our capacity and resources to sustain these services at some level over time. APL also continues to provide staff development training to support the ability of all employees to provide a welcoming, equitable, and safe environment for customers using curbside and remote services. 1 of 2 APL’s Organizational Development Office is linking staff with online and in-person training opportunities. Examples include: APL Hiring Fundamentals, Mental Illness: How to Handle Problematic Behavior, Introduction to …

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Agenda original pdf

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LIBRARY COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING June 29, 2022 – 6 p.m. Twin Oaks Branch 1800 S 5th St. AUSTIN, TEXAS The Library Commission shall make recommendations to the city council on matters relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of the public libraries. Section 2-1-150 of the City Code. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. In-person General Communication & Communication on Agenda Items: The first 5 speakers signed up for public communication prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda during the time set aside for general public communication. Those who wish to speak on agenda items must be signed up prior to the meeting being called to order and will be allowed three minutes to speak when the agenda item comes up. Remote Public Communication will be allowed by telephone at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, members of the public must call or email the board liaison at 512-974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Tuesday, June 28. Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. CURRENT COMMISSION MEMBERS: Julia Aguilar; Patricia Dabbert; JC Dwyer; Lynda Infante, Vice-Chair; Ryan Marquess; Courtney Rosenthal; Steven Self; Mark Smith, Chair; and Lily Trieu AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Approval of Minutes from the May 23, 2022 Regular Meeting 1. Briefing: Austin Public Library FY23 Budget Overview and Forecast, Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager II 3. Old Business: none 4. New Business a. Discussion on voter engagement at Austin Public Library, Bruce Elfant, Travis County Voter Registrar and Valerie DeBill, League of Women Voters Austin, Voter Registration & Turnout Director b. Discussion of Enhanced Library Cards c. Discussion of the Library Commission Annual Internal Review and Report covering July 2021 through June 2022 5. Discussion of Director’s Report for June covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities 6. Future Agenda Items ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least …

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FY23 Board & Commissions Budget Recommendations original pdf

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AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY FY23 ‐ Budget Engagement ‐ Boards and Commissions Submitted to Budget Office ‐ May 6, 2022 Boards and Commissions Contact Name Contact Email Title of Recommendation Brief Description Recommendation Link Department Library Department Response Hispanic / Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Amanda Afifi BC‐Amanda.Afifi@austintexas.gov Expand Funding for Austin History Center Archivists Expand funding for Austin History Center archivists that is specifically earmarked for outreach and creating exhibits. Additionally, expand funding to cover expenses associated with recording oral history. https://s3‐us‐west‐1.amazonaws.com/ehq‐production‐us‐ california/cae28a5a7de6f4ef4ccb58c1f89f0e25df145e60/original/1648581486/08b c6eae019e1acbbe27a65155b5cb35_EXPAND_FUNDING_FOR_AUSTIN_HISTORY_CE NTER_ARCHIVISTS.pdf?1648581486 Austin Public Library In FY 2021‐22, APL provided funding of $30,000 for Community Archivist activities including $10,000 each for the Archivists to support Asian Pacific American Programs, Latinx Programs, and African American Programs. This funding will continue in FY 2022‐23. Boards and Commissions Contact Name Contact Email Title of Recommendation Brief Description Recommendation Link Department Library Department Response Human Rights Commission Jonathan Babiak jonathan.babiak@austintexas.gov Comprehensive Recommendation Fund human rights related initiatives https://s3‐us‐west‐1.amazonaws.com/ehq‐production‐us‐ california/ce01785f420a85a0ceb62b892f494b92b0b74e06/original/1647624110/c 41154410184e2ccf7e75e8bb74ff35c_20220304‐002a_HRC_FY_2022‐ 23_Budget_Recommendation.docx?1647624110 Police, Housing and Planning, Public Health, Economic Development, Austin Public Library In FY 2021‐22, APL provided digital access for library patrons at our branches, and continued to have Wi‐Fi hotspots available for check‐out, plus began providing laptops for check‐out. The Library’s programs for Seniors to address digital access have included library staff visiting senior centers, as well as programs and training opportunities in our facilities. APL was awarded a Digital Navigators TSLAC grant in FY22 intended to improve digital access services. Wi‐Fi hotspots, laptops, and programs to address the need for digital access for seniors and low income neighborhoods will continue in FY 2022‐23. HISPANIC/LATINO QUALITY OF LIFE RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20220322-3aⅵ EXPAND FUNDING FOR AUSTIN HISTORY CENTER ARCHIVISTS Strategic Direction: Culture and Lifelong Learning Date: March 22, 2022 Subject: FY23 Budget Recommendations Motioned by: Vigil Seconded by: Solis Recommendation to Council: Expand funding for Austin History Center archivists that is specifically earmarked for outreach and creating exhibits. Additionally, expand funding to cover expenses associated with recording oral history. Expand funding by $100,000 for the LatinX Community Archivist to hire or train LatinX community to preserve history. Background and Rationale: As the local history division of the Austin Public Library, the Austin History Center provides the public with information about the history, current events, and activities of Austin and Travis County. They collect and preserve information about local governments, businesses, residents, institutions, and neighborhoods so that generations …

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FY23 Proposed Budget Summary original pdf

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Austin Public Library Fiscal Year 2022-23 Proposed Budget The Proposed Operating Budget of the Austin Public Library (APL) includes an increase of $2,031,203 or 3.4%. The Materials budget requested increase is $217,359, or 3.5% for inflation. Requirements: Revenues Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs): Materials Budget: FY 2021 Budget $58,868,376 $239,815 445.55 $5,896,218 FY 2022 Budget $60,487,260 $525,806 450.55 $6,210,270 FY 2023 Proposed $62,518,463 $188,153 450.55 $6,427,629 Proposed Operating Budget Highlights General Fund CITY-WIDE  Personnel Requirements FTEs Wage adjustments and accrued payroll $ 552,310 .00 Insurance – health/life/dental, increase in City cost Reduction for prior year one-time salary enhancement  Internal Support Services allocation changes Administrative Support Communications & Technology Management (CTM) Fleet Maintenance & Fuel DEPARTMENT-WIDE $ 463,700 ($ 419,028) $ 145,123 $ 652,907 $ 32,052  Materials Budget (Books, Subscriptions, and Hotspots) 3.5% increase for materials, due to inflation & population growth $ 217,359  IT software – increase for hardware & software licenses and contracts $ 301,100  One-time budget reallocations: Digital literacy training for older adults (Programs & Partnerships) $ 25,000  Vacancy savings funded expenditures – Contingent upon vacancy rate: Materials Budget Programs Furniture Security Cameras Internships - temporary employees Training $ 700,000 $ 275,384 $ 183,300 $ 100,000 $ 99,900 $ 27,950 Questions? Email us at Library-ACAOFinance@austintexas.gov 5/20/2022 Austin Public Library Fiscal Year 2022-23 Proposed Budget Library Facilities Maintenance and Improvements Fund The Operating Budget in the Library Facilities Maintenance and Improvements Fund (7LIB) is $644,445 in expenditures. This includes $448,945 in operating costs for the Central Library parking garage, gift shop, and facility rentals. Operating costs include a one-time expenditure of $90,000 for a parking garage gate. Support services expenditures consists of $195,500 in contingency for facility maintenance costs exceeding General Fund budget. Revenues from Central Library operations including parking garage, gift shop, facility rentals, and café rental are budgeted at $1,158,991. Historic Preservation Fund The Proposed Operating Budget in the Historic Preservation Fund (1160) for Austin Public Library is $33,299 to provide digital asset management for Austin History Center (AHC) collections. This is a continuation of annual funding that began in FY 2020 to provide Digital Services for Austin History Center (AHC) Historic Collections. Capital Improvement Program Funds APL continues work on renovations and repairs at various branches and locations across the city with planned spending of $15,779,863 in 2018 Bonds, 2012 Bonds, and Historic Preservation Funds. Buildings and Improvements Subproject 788.002 Yarborough Branch …

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draft minutes of the May 23, 2022 regular meeting original pdf

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Library Commission Meeting Minutes 23 May, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 23 May, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Mark Smith, Commission Members Julia Aguilar, Pat Dabbert, Ryan Marquess, Courtney Rosenthal, Steven Self, and Lily Trieu Board Members Absent: Vice-Chair Lynda Infante and Commission Member JC Dwyer Citizen Communication: General Carlos Leon spoke about library computers and security. 1. Welcome and Introductions Chair Smith welcomed the Commission members and took roll call of members present. 2. Approval of Minutes from the April 18, 2022 Special Called Meeting The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on a 7-0 vote. Vice Chair Infante and Commission Member Dwyer absent. 3. Briefings: Digital Inclusion Projects Update was given by Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Sr 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Discussion on voter engagement at Austin Public Library was postponed due to illness. b. Discussion of a Library Commission planning retreat. The retreat will be held Saturday, June 18, 2022 10 a.m. to noon, at the Central Library. c. Discussion and possible action on changing the date for the June Library Commission Meeting The June meeting will be held Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at the Twin Oaks Branch. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 23 May, 2022 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for May covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Director of Libraries, Roosevelt Weeks, gave the report. 7. Future Agenda Items Budget Presentation – June 2022 Voter Engagement – June 2022 Enhanced Library Cards – July 2022 Adjournment: Chair Smith adjourned the meeting at 7:13 p.m. without objection.

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statistics dashboard original pdf

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KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS MAY 2022 P.1 Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 Cardholders TOTAL CARDHOLDERS 439,781 433,154 435,826 NEW CARDHOLDERS 2,174 2,440 2,791 Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 ACTIVE CARDHOLDERS 314,426 310,829 304,028 8,413 4,562 VIRTUAL LIBRARY E-CARDS Re si d e nt v N o n Re si d e nt Virtual Resident Virtual NonResident 8,461 4,715 8,496 4,848 M A R- 2 2 A P R- 2 2 M AY - 2 2 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement Monthly Activity Report 6/9/2022 1:21 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS MAY 2022 P.2 Visitors Pleasant Hill and U-Hills are online with SenSource! Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement Monthly Activity Report 6/9/2022 1:21 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS MAY 2022 P.3 Circulation CIRCULAT ION PHYSICAL CIRCULATION VIRTUAL CIRCULATION 353,230 335,472 327,123 341,112 351,730 230,011 M A R - 2 2 A P R - 2 2 M A Y - 2 2 To p e - M a t e r i a l s Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 123,960 118,938 127,720 87,876 85,077 89,886 E - B O O K C I R C U L AT I O N BY A U D I E N C E Children Book Adult Book Teen Book 170,631 101,703 14,312 167,435 99,032 13,686 178,474 110,079 15,224 CIRC_EBOOK CIRC_EAUDIO Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement Monthly Activity Report 6/9/2022 1:21 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS MAY 2022 P.4 Express & Holds System Desk v Express EXPRESS DESK EXPRESS DESK Central Library Desk v Express 140,840 142,846 155,222 22,432 21,969 21,460 28,429 27,275 29,596 2,064 1,584 1,640 Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 N u m b e r o f H o l d s p l a c e d b y N u m b e r o f C a r d h o l d e r s Cardholders Placing Holds Holds Requested 61,527 59,932 63,452 13,122 21,188 23,014 Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Innovation & Improvement Monthly Activity Report 6/9/2022 1:21 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS MAY 2022 P.5 Technology T E C H D E V I C E C I R C U L AT I O N Hotspots Laptops 425 411 511 142 80 41 Mar-22 Apr-22 May-22 WIFI CONNECTIONS 24,690 27,225 28,952 …

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June 2022 Director's Report original pdf

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Director’s Report June 2022 TABLE OF CONTENTS HIghlights __________________________________________________________________ 3 Facilities Services ____________________________________________________________ 6 FY2018 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 6 FY2012 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 9 Library Priorities ____________________________________________________________ 10 Literacy Advancement ___________________________________________________________________ 12 Digital Inclusion & STEM _________________________________________________________________ 12 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion _______________________________________________________________ 12 Civic and Community Engagement _________________________________________________________ 13 Staff Development ______________________________________________________________________ 13 Workforce and Economic Development ______________________________________________________ 13 APL By the Numbers ________________________________________________________ 14 Collections Circulation May _______________________________________________________________ 14 HIGHLIGHTS Austin Completely Booked Join us for Austin Completely Booked, your summer learning experience! The Austin Public Library wants you to read, explore, and create with us this summer! Reading and learning are important all year, but in the summer it is especially important to be an active reader and learner. The Austin Public Library wants you to spend your summer with us. Austin Completely Booked is a great way for us to experience the summer together, and to keep learning. Come Read, Explore and Create with us! Plus, we’re giving away prizes for folks who complete the challenge! (While supplies last.) All ages are welcome, and there are three ways to participate: • #1 – Collect a paper form (available in English and Spanish) and a set of crayons from any library branch to use as your activity sheet. Follow the directions on the sheet and color in your badges along the way to play! • #2 – Create an Austin Completely Booked account at AustinPublicLibrary.beanstack.org! Follow the instructions on this page and join our community-wide challenge! • #3 – Create an Austin Completely Booked account via the Beanstack app from your preferred device. *To download the app, follow these instructions and learn more at Beanstack.com: • Download the Beanstack app on your device • Choose participation "at my library" • Search for and Select Austin Public Library • Create your account (username and password) • Register for Austin Completely Booked • Then, join the fun! How do you complete the challenge? To complete the program and be eligible for a prize you must: • Log 10 hours of reading time over the summer • Complete 5 activity badges by reading, exploring, and creating in your chosen badge categories How do I claim a prize after completing the Austin Completely Booked challenge? *Note: Different prizes are available for youth and adults. There are two ways to claim your prize! • #1 – Bring your completed activity …

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Library Commission Meeting Minutes 29 June, 2022 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING 29 June, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Special Called Meeting on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at the Twin Oaks Branch, 1800 S 5th St in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Mark Smith, Vice-Chair Lynda Infante, Commission Members Julia Aguilar, Pat Dabbert, JC Dwyer, Cristina Masters, Courtney Rosenthal, and Steven Self, Board Members Absent: none Citizen Communication: General Carlos León spoke about his concerns with the library. 1. Welcome and Introductions Chair Smith welcomed the Commission members and took roll call of members present. 2. Approval of Minutes from the May 23, 2022 Special Called Meeting Public comment was given by Carlos León. The minutes of the regular meeting were approved with the following amendments on Commission Member Dabbert’s motion and Commission Member Rosenthal’s second on an 8-0 vote. The amendments were: Public Communication: General: Change “Carlos Leon spoke about library computers and security” to “Carlos León spoke about his concerns with the library.” Briefing: Austin Public Library FY23 Budget Overview and Forecast was given by Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager II 3. Old Business: none 4. New Business a. Discussion on voter engagement at Austin Public Library Public comment was given by Carlos León. Presentation was made by Bruce Elfant, Travis County Voter Registrar and Valerie DeBill League of Women Voters Austin, Voter Registration & Turnout Director b. Discussion of Enhanced Library Cards. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 29 June, 2022 Vice Chair Infante led the discussion. Chair Smith appointed a working group with Vice Chair Infante, Commission Member Dabbert, and staff member Emi Johnson. The retreat will be held Saturday, June 18, 2022 10 a.m. to noon, at the Central Library. c. Discussion of the Library Commission Annual Internal Review and Report covering July 2021 through June 2022. Chair Smith will prepare the Annual Review and send to commission members for comment. 5. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for May covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Director of Libraries, Roosevelt Weeks, gave the report. 6. Future Agenda Items Public comment was given by Carlos León. Form working groups for Library Commission Training and Development and Community Engagement Update from Freedom to Read working group Update from Enhanced Library Card working group and draft recommendation FY23 Austin Public Library Budget recommendation Presentation …

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Agenda original pdf

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LIBRARY COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING June 18, 2022 – 10 a.m. Central Library, 4th floor Conference Room 710 W. Cesar Chavez St. AUSTIN, TEXAS The Library Commission shall make recommendations to the city council on matters relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of the public libraries. Section 2-1-150 of the City Code. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. In-person General Communication & Communication on Agenda Items: The first 5 speakers signed up for public communication prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda during the time set aside for general public communication. Those who wish to speak on agenda items must be signed up prior to the meeting being called to order and will be allowed three minutes to speak when the agenda item comes up. Remote Public Communication will be allowed by telephone at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, members of the public must call or email the board liaison at 512-974-7466 or dana.conners@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Friday, June 17. Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. CURRENT COMMISSION MEMBERS: Julia Aguilar; Patricia Dabbert; JC Dwyer; Lynda Infante, Vice Chair; Ryan Marquess; Courtney Rosenthal; Steven Self; Mark Smith, Chair; and Lily Trieu AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Public Communication: General The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. Commissioners’ brief introductions 2. Discussion of Library Commission long-range objectives, including how to: • Build relationships with the Library’s support groups, The Library Foundation and The Austin History Center Association • Support the priorities of the Austin Public Library (Literacy Advancement, Workforce and Economic Development, Digital Inclusion, STEM and Computer Training, Outreach and Community Engagement, Staff Development, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Discussion of Potential Agenda Topics for Future Meetings, July 2022 – June 2023 3. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or …

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Approved Minutes original pdf

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Library Commission Meeting Minutes 18 June, 2022 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING 18 June, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Special Called Meeting on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Board Meeting to order at 10:10 a.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Mark Smith, Commission Members Julia Aguilar, Pat Dabbert, JC Dwyer, Cristina Masters, Courtney Rosenthal, and Steven Self Board Members Absent: Vice-Chair Lynda Infante and Commission Member Ryan Marquess Citizen Communication: General None 1. Commissioners’ Brief Introductions Commissioners introduced themselves and Chair Smith outlined the process for planning for the day. 2. Discussion of Library Commission long-range objectives, including how to:  Build relationships with the Library’s support groups, The Library Foundation and The Austin History Center Association  Support the priorities of the Austin Public Library (Literacy Advancement, Workforce and Economic Development, Digital Inclusion, STEM and Computer Training, Outreach and Community Engagement, Staff Development, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) The following were discussed:  Workgroups – at future board meeting the Commission will form two initial working groups to address library and/or community issues. o Board Development / Training (including advocacy) o Community Engagement  Chair Smith will attend Library Foundation Meetings.  The Commission will determine ways to become a more activist board on behalf of the Library  Commissioners will host Commissioner Open Houses at their Branches  The Commission will work to define the role of the Library Commission. This could include training from United for Libraries (ALA) or Urban Library Council. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 18 June, 2022  The Commission will look at what Nashville Public Library did with Banned Books Library Cards and determine if there is something similar APL can do. 3. Discussion of Potential Agenda Topics for Future Meetings, July 2022 – June 2023 Library Marketing Homeless Organizations Food Banks Meals on Wheels Google Fiber and Technology Groups Volunteers Facility Issues Strategic Planning Process Hotspots and Digital Access eBook Pricing and Purchasing Equity in Service (how we serve different groups like incarcerated, 20-40 year olds, traffic, homebound, etc) Enhanced Library Cards Library Programming – Program Coordinators and Austin Completely Booked Adjournment: Chair Smith adjourned the meeting at 12:02 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the July 25 meeting on Commission Member Rosenthal’s motion, Commission Member Dabbert’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commission Member …

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LIBRARY COMMISSION May 23, 2022 – 6 p.m. Central Library 710 W Cesar Chavez St. AUSTIN, TEXAS The Library Commission shall make recommendations to the city council on matters relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of the public libraries. Section 2-1-150 of the City Code. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. In-person General Communication & Communication on Agenda Items: The first 5 speakers signed up for public communication prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda during the time set aside for general public communication. Those who wish to speak on agenda items must be signed up prior to the meeting being called to order and will be allowed three minutes to speak when the agenda item comes up. Remote Public Communication will be allowed by telephone at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, members of the public must call or email the board liaison at 512-974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Sunday, May 22. Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. CURRENT COMMISSION MEMBERS: Julia Aguilar; Patricia Dabbert; JC Dwyer; Lynda Infante, Vice-Chair; Ryan Marquess; Courtney Rosenthal; Steven Self; Mark Smith, Chair; and Lily Trieu AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Approval of Minutes from the April 18, 2022 Special Called Meeting 3. Briefing: Digital Inclusion Projects Update, Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Sr 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Discussion on voter engagement at Austin Public Library, Bruce Elfant, Travis County Voter Registrar and Valerie DeBill, League of Women Voters Austin, Voter Registration & Turnout Director b. Discussion of a Library Commission planning retreat c. Discussion and possible action on changing the date for the June Library 6. Discussion of Director’s Report for May covering programming highlights, Commission meeting facilities, and APL Priorities 7. Future Agenda Items ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before …

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draft minutes of the April 18, 2022 Special Called Meeting original pdf

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Library Commission Meeting Minutes 18 April, 2022 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING 18 April, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Special Called Meeting on Monday, April 18, 2022 at the Manchaca Road Branch Library, 5500 Menchaca Rd, in Austin, Texas. Chair Dabbert called the Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Pat Dabbert, Vice-Chair Steven Self, Commission Members JC Dwyer, Lynda Infante, Courtney Rosenthal, Mark Smith and Lily Trieu Board Members Absent: Commission Members Julia Aguilar, Eric Frierson, and Ryan Marquess Citizen Communication: General None 1. Welcome and Introductions Chair Dabbert welcomed the Commission members and took roll call of members present. 2. Approval of Minutes from the February 24, 2022 Special Called Meeting The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on a 7-0 vote. Commission Members Aguilar, Frierson, and Marquess absent. 3. Briefings: Library Facility Bond Projects Update was given by John Daniels, Division Manager, Facility Services 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Election of Officers Elections for Chair – Chair Dabbert nominated Commission Member Smith. Having no other nominations, Mark Smith was elected Chair on a 7-0 vote. Commission Members Aguilar, Frierson, and Marquess absent. Elections for Vice Chair – Commission Member Dabbert nominated Vice Chair Self who declined the nomination. Chair Smith nominated Commission Member Infante. Having no other nominations, Lynda Infante was elected Vice Chair on a 7-0 vote. Commission Members Aguilar, Frierson, and Marquess absent. b. Report from the Freedom to Read working group Library Commission Meeting Minutes 18 April, 2022 Commission Member Rosenthal gave the report. c. Discussion of a possible commission action on a Freedom to Read resolution and council recommendation. A Freedom to Read Resolution was approved on Commission Member Rosenthal’s motion and Commission Member Dabbert’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commission Members Aguilar, Frierson, and Marquess absent. Recommendation 20220418-5c: Freedom to Read was approved on Commission Member Rosenthal’s motion and Commission Member Dwyer’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commission Members Aguilar, Frierson, and Marquess absent. 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for April covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Director of Libraries, Roosevelt Weeks, gave the report. 7. Future Agenda Items Voter Engagement – May 2022 Enhanced Library Cards – June 2022 Budget Presentation – June 2022 Planning Retreat – May 2022 Adjournment: Chair Smith adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m.without objection

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Digital Inclusion Grants Update original pdf

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Austin Public Library Hannah Terrell, Branch Services Division Manager Emi Johnson, Innovations and Improvement Texas Digital Navigator Update – 5/4/2022 Where are we now? Accomplishment #1 2 DIGITAL NAVIGATORS Library Trainings  Language Access Services  Job Search Tools  Social Services Platform  Digital Literacy Resources Where are we now? Accomplishment #2 PARTNERSHIPS Our Discussions Purpose Reasonable Expectations Commitment Leveraging/Resource Sharing Coordination Data Collection Program Planning Sustainability Advocacy Where are we now? Accomplishment #3 TRAINING 6 Participating Branch Libraries  Northstar Introduction  Storybranding Workshop Where are we now? Accomplishment #4 WORKFLOWS  Collaboration  Finance  Programming  Coordination Where are we now? Accomplishment #5 TECHNOLOGY PURCHASED Where are we now? 3 HOTSPOTS 2 LAPTOPS Accomplishment #6 DEVICES DISTRIBUTED Successes! Partner Network Scaled to Sustain City Policymakers Support Staff Engagement Hear their stories! Mr. Harris Froylan Challenges 1. 2. 3. 4. Staffing Capacity Supply Chain Delays Pandemic Ebb/Flow-Competing Priorities TSLAC Contracts Executed in March 2022 - Delays Vendor Contracts and Purchasing We need … TIME TO…  respond to community and partner feedback  monitor and adjust innovative strategies  move resources where they are needed  allow branch teams to set-up their services Digital Navigators $250k Navigator Salaries Resource Centers Programs Town Halls Staff Training Telehealth $50k Walls Installation Spent $ Yay! Support $150k Media Productions Marketing Translations

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statistics dashboard original pdf

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KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS APR 2022 P.1 Cardholders TOTAL CARDHOLDERS 435,826 433,154 430,729 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 ACTIVE CARDHOLDERS 315,663 314,426 310,829 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 NEW CARDHOLDERS VIRTUAL LIBRARY e-Cards Resident v NonResident 2,440 Virtual Resident Virtual NonResident 2,060 2,174 8,365 8,413 8,461 4,410 4,562 4,715 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Monthly Activity Report 5/11/2022 2:06 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS APR 2022 P.2 Visitors VISITORS 97,470 90,944 134,502 Jan-22 Feb-22 Mar-22 Central Visitors 47,621 34,575 33,342 Branch Visitors 86,881 62,900 57,602 Jan-22 Feb-22 Mar-22 Jan-22 Feb-22 Mar-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Monthly Activity Report 5/11/2022 2:06 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS APR 2022 P.3 Circulation CIRCULATION PHYSICAL CIRCULATION VIRTUAL CIRCULATION 367,327 229,686 Jan-22 334,510 335,472 268,815 223,512 Feb-22 Mar-22 T O P E - M AT E R I A L S Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 T E C H D E V I C E C I R C U L AT I O N Hotspots Laptops 114,893 123,960 118,938 79,021 87,876 85,077 425 411 272 143 142 80 CIRC_EBOOK CIRC_EAUDIO Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Monthly Activity Report 5/11/2022 2:06 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS APR 2022 P.4 Desk v Express Check-Outs Desk v Express Past 3 Months EXPRESS DESK 83% 140,840 83% 142,846 84% 119,493 24,130 28,429 27,275 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 CENTRAL LIBRARY DESK V EXPRESS CHECK-OUTS EXPRESS DESK 21,297 91% 22,432 92% 21,969 93% 2,023 2,064 1,584 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Monthly Activity Report 5/11/2022 2:06 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS APR 2022 P.5 Technology WEBSITE HITS 1,693,050 1,655,548 1,551,468 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 WIFI CONNECTIONS 20,243 24,690 27,225 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 System Computer Sessions Central Library Computer Sessions Branch Computer Sessions 14,309 16,251 4,128 5,075 5,397 10,490 9,234 10,854 6,362 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Contact: Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Monthly Activity Report 5/11/2022 2:06 PM KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS FY 2022 TRENDS APR 2022 P.6 Community Services Outreach Events 80 3 7 Feb-22 Mar-22 Apr-22 Programs LIVE PROGRAMS APRIL 2022 Children, 117, 75% Adult/Family, 29, 19% Teen, 10, 6% Collections CO L L E C T I O N S S I Z E TO - DAT E 2 0 2 2 Physical Collection Size Virtual Collection Size 2,413,512 2,183,653 881,748 1,196,297 934,438 EOY …

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May Director's Report original pdf

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Director’s Report May 2022 TABLE OF CONTENTS HIghlights __________________________________________________________________ 3 Facilities Services ____________________________________________________________ 5 FY2018 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 5 FY2012 Bond Program Summary ___________________________________________________________ 8 Library Priorities ____________________________________________________________ 12 Literacy Advancement ___________________________________________________________________ 12 Digital Inclusion & STEM _________________________________________________________________ 12 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion _______________________________________________________________ 13 Civic and Community Engagement _________________________________________________________ 13 Staff Development ______________________________________________________________________ 13 Workforce and Economic Development ______________________________________________________ 13 APL By the Numbers ________________________________________________________ 14 Collections Circulation April _______________________________________________________________ 14 HIGHLIGHTS Austin Completely Booked Join us for Austin Completely Booked, your summer learning experience! The Austin Public Library wants you to read, explore, and create with us this summer! Reading and learning are important all year, but in the summer it is especially important to be an active reader and learner. The Austin Public Library wants you to spend your summer with us. Austin Completely Booked is a great way for us to experience the summer together, and to keep learning. Come Read, Explore and Create with us! Plus, we’re giving away prizes for folks who complete the challenge! (While supplies last.) All ages are welcome, and there are three ways to participate: • #1 – Collect a paper form (available in English and Spanish) and a set of crayons from any library branch to use as your activity sheet. Follow the directions on the sheet and color in your badges along the way to play! • #2 – Create an Austin Completely Booked account at AustinPublicLibrary.beanstack.org! Follow the instructions on this page and join our community-wide challenge! • #3 – Create an Austin Completely Booked account via the Beanstack app from your preferred device. *To download the app, follow these instructions and learn more at Beanstack.com: • Download the Beanstack app on your device • Choose participation "at my library" • Search for and Select Austin Public Library • Create your account (username and password) • Register for Austin Completely Booked • Then, join the fun! How do you complete the challenge? To complete the program and be eligible for a prize you must: • Log 10 hours of reading time over the summer • Complete 5 activity badges by reading, exploring, and creating in your chosen badge categories How do I claim a prize after completing the Austin Completely Booked challenge? *Note: Different prizes are available for youth and adults. There are two ways to claim your prize! • #1 – Bring your completed activity …

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Approved Minutes original pdf

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Library Commission Meeting Minutes 23 May, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 23 May, 2022 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez, in Austin, Texas. Chair Smith called the Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Chair Mark Smith, Commission Members Julia Aguilar, Pat Dabbert, Ryan Marquess, Courtney Rosenthal, Steven Self, and Lily Trieu Board Members Absent: Vice-Chair Lynda Infante and Commission Member JC Dwyer Citizen Communication: General Carlos León spoke about his concerns with the library. 1. Welcome and Introductions Chair Smith welcomed the Commission members and took roll call of members present. 2. Approval of Minutes from the April 18, 2022 Special Called Meeting The minutes of the regular meeting were approved on a 7-0 vote. Vice Chair Infante and Commission Member Dwyer absent. 3. Briefings: Digital Inclusion Projects Update was given by Emi Johnson, Business Process Consultant Sr 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Discussion on voter engagement at Austin Public Library was postponed due to illness. b. Discussion of a Library Commission planning retreat. The retreat will be held Saturday, June 18, 2022 10 a.m. to noon, at the Central Library. c. Discussion and possible action on changing the date for the June Library Commission Meeting The June meeting will be held Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at the Twin Oaks Branch. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 23 May, 2022 6. Discussion of Director’s Monthly Report for May covering programming highlights, facilities, and APL Priorities Director of Libraries, Roosevelt Weeks, gave the report. 7. Future Agenda Items Budget Presentation – June 2022 Voter Engagement – June 2022 Enhanced Library Cards – July 2022 Adjournment: Chair Smith adjourned the meeting at 7:13 p.m. without objection.

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Agenda original pdf

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LIBRARY COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING April 18, 2022 – 6 p.m. Manchaca Road Branch 5500 Menchaca Rd. AUSTIN, TEXAS The Library Commission shall make recommendations to the city council on matters relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of the public libraries. Section 2-1-150 of the City Code. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. In-person General Communication & Communication on Agenda Items: The first 5 speakers signed up for public communication prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda during the time set aside for general public communication. Those who wish to speak on agenda items must be signed up prior to the meeting being called to order and will be allowed three minutes to speak when the agenda item comes up. Remote Public Communication will be allowed by telephone at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, members of the public must call or email the board liaison at 512-974-7420 or sharon.herfurth@austintexas.gov no later than noon, Sunday, April 17. Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. CURRENT COMMISSION MEMBERS: Julia Aguilar; Patricia Dabbert, Chair; JC Dwyer; Eric Frierson; Lynda Infante; Ryan Marquess; Courtney Rosenthal; Steven Self, Vice-Chair; Mark Smith and Lily Trieu AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Approval of Minutes from the February 24, 2022 Special Called Meeting 3. Briefings: Library Facility Bond Projects Update, John Daniels, Division Manager, Facility Services FY23 Budget Overview and Forecast, Wendy Harrison, Financial Manager 4. Old Business: none 5. New Business a. Election of Officers b. Report from the Freedom to Read working group c. Discussion and possible action on Freedom to Read resolution and council 6. Discussion of Director’s Report for March covering programming highlights, recommendation facilities, and APL Priorities 7. Future Agenda Items ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Sharon Herfurth at the Library Department, …

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