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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 046-047
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Moved by Mr. Merritt and seconded by Mrs. Williams that the librarian and assistant librarian be given a week's vacation with pay. Motion carried.
Moved by Mrs. Williams and seconded by Mr. Merritt that during July and August the library close all day Wednesday and on Saturday nights. Motion carried.
Moved by Mr. Merritt and seconded by Mrs. Williams that expenses of the assistant library Ina Hight to the work shop of Battle Creek be authorized (These were estimated at $25). Motion carried.
In a discussion the board asked the librarians to keep a record of what groups used the buildings club room and when.
Moved by Mrs. Williams and seconded by Mr. Merritt that approval be given for construction of book shelves in an unused doorway of the children's reading room. Motion carried.
Mrs. Minnie Van Slyke, librarian, appeared before the board to advise she wished to be relieved of her duties in the not distant future and asked the board give consideration to naming a qualified successor. Mrs. Van Slyke set no date at this time for her retirement. She was praised for her long and faithful service.
Mr. Shindorf building caretaker, discussed with the board problems of weed eradication, lawn and shrubbery care and asked if something more satisfactory could be worked out with the city in regards to grass cutting. Mr. Krieger said he would consult with city officers on matters Mr. Shindorf presented, and with the future farmers organization at school about spraying for weed control. The meeting adjourned at 9PM. Leslie B. Merritt, Secretary
A.C. McClurg & Co, Theo Shindorf, Ina Hight, M.L. Van Slyke, Swann's Store, Detroit Edison, Michigan Bell, G.McCloskey, A.N. Margins, M.J. Weaver, Ruth Bennett, C.N. Holkins, Johnson Drug Store, City of Howell
Howell, Michigan, July 18, 1951
The library board met on this date at 7:30PM at the library. Present were Theodore Krieger, chairman Mrs. H.L. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 048-049
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Williams and Leslie B. Merritt.
Mr. Krieger presented the resignation of Mrs. M.L. Van Slyke as librarian to become effective July 24, 1951.
Moved by Mrs. Williams that the resignation be accepted. Motion carried. The board instructed its chairman to send a letter to Mrs. Van Slyke expressing regrets at the loss of her services and stating appreciation for her work over many years as head librarian.
Moved by Mrs. Williams that Ina Hight, now assistant librarian, be appointed head librarian to succeed Mrs. Van Slyke. Motion carried.
Mrs. Hight met with the board to report on the library workshop meetings she recently attended at St. Mary's Lake near Battle Creek. State library officials there had told her informally Howell was jeopardizing its state financial aid by operating its library under deficit financing. Mr. Krieger explained the state library personnel was perhaps under a false impression as this library has no present debt. Its appropriations are limited by city charter to a one-mill assessment on property and that the difference between overall costs and appropriations is made up from the city's general fund. However, the matter has been presented to Mayor Chas. H. Sutton for such consideration as city officials will give it.
Mrs. Hight was instructed by the board to survey possibilities of keeping the library open to the public on its usual schedule yet stager the hours of duty so that the work week for library personnel is 24 hours.
Moved by Mr. Merritt that Mrs. Hight's salary as head librarian be set at $100 for the four weeks payroll period. Motion carried.
Moved by Mrs. Williams that Ruth Bennett be retained as the library clerk with salary of $60 for the four-weeks payroll period. Motion carried.
Mrs. Hight presented the names of two persons who had interviewed her for work as assistant librarian, one of whom has the qualifications required by the state for libraries receiving state aid. The meeting adjourned at 9PM. Leslie B. Merritt, Secretary
T. Shindorf, Mrs. M.L Van Slyke, Ina Hight, A.C. McClurg, Fideler Co, C.N. Holkins, Detroit Edison Co, Swann's, Michigan Bell, R. Bennett, Purdy & Woodruff, Marin & Murray, Detroit News -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 050-051
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
T. Shindorf, Ina Hight, C.N. Holkins, Purdy & Woodruff, Detroit Edison Co, International Textbook Co, Michigan Bell, McClurg Co, Detroit News, Herrman's Store, City of Howell, H.W. Wilson, Baldwin Hardware, Ruth Bennett, John C. Winston, Haller's Hardware, Demco, G. Lannen, Holden Electric Service
Howell, Michigan, February 13, 1952
The library board met on this date at the library at 7:30PM. Present were Theodore Krieger, chairman, Mrs. H.L. Williams and Leslie B. Merritt.
Minutes of the meeting for July 18, 1951, were read and approved and the record of expenditures since that date inspected.
Mrs. Ina Hight, library, made a report to the board.
She informed a district No. 2 meeting of the Michigan Library Association was to be held here May 1 with 100 to 150 persons expected to attend. Fees are expected to cover the costs but it was requested the board accept any possible deficit.
The librarian also reported the state -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 052-053
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
library officials point out Ruth Bennett is deficient in educational qualifications for assistant librarian. At the salary offered she is not inclined to make up these deficiencies. Consequently she was not recommended for promotion from clerk to assistant librarian.
Moved by Mrs. Williams that Mrs. Grace Lannen be employed as assistant librarian at $65 for the four weeks payroll periods to work 25 hours per week. The effective date of this appointment is to be at the discretion of the head librarian. Mrs. Lannen was reported to have the qualifications recommended by the state library authorities Motion carried.
Moved by Mrs. Williams that Ruth Bennett be released as library clerk at the time the appointment of Mrs. Lannen becomes effective, but Miss Bennett may be retained as a part time clerk at the discretion of the head librarian. Motion carried.
The board agreed that the pay of Theo. Shindorf as janitor for January and February should be pro rated, deducting the time for which a substitute had been employed at city expense. Illness in his family has required Mr. Shindorf's absence. Substitute help was reported not satisfactory.
The librarian requested the board to prepare a list of routine duties of the janitor, this to include hours of duty and a policy regarding vacation. It was agreed to take this under advisement.
The board asked its chairman to consult with the city council in regard to salaries paid all library personnel in view of present economic conditions and see if city authorities could bring such pay in line with other city workers. It was reported all city employees are now under social security as of January 1, 1952. The council s also to be consulted regarding such matters as redecorating the library office, refinishing reading tables, improvements to some of the floors, and some improvements to the library grounds.
The matter of a book deposit box was discussed but no action taken at present. This meeting adjourned at 9:45PM Leslie B. Merritt, Secretary
Ruth Bennett, G. Lannen, Ina Hight, Detroit Edison, Hillsdale School Supply Michigan Bell, Detroit News, Herrman's Store, Jas. Field, Community Elevator & Fuel Co, Sutton Hardware, T. Shindorf -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 054-055
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Howell, Michigan, April 12, 1952
A meeting of the Howell library board was called at 2:30. Present: Theodor Krieger, chairman, Mrs. H.L. Williams and Leslie B. Merritt.
The board was asked by the Garden Club for permission to plant on the library lawn a nut tree in memory of the late Clarence Reed, Howell citizen who had become prominent for development of nut trees while serving with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. There were no objections and the project was approved.
There was a discussion of janitorial duties and an outline of them as prepared by the board was adopted.
It was agreed that regular members of the library staff and the janitor should have one week's vacation with pay each year.
It was agreed to follow the schedule of summer library hours in effect in 1951. This would put in effect closing all day on Wednesdays and also on Saturday nights during July and August.
Salaries were discussed. It was agreed to ask the City Council to approve a salary of $120 per four weeks pay period for the head librarian working approximately 26 hours a week $65 for the assistant librarian working approximately 18 hours a week and $100 for the janitor with clerical help paid at 75 cents an hour. These salaries are inline with what other city employees receive.
The board approved a bid of approximately $65 from Wilber Davis to paint the floor of the library stack room, walls and ceiling of the library office, and refinishing eight table tops in the reading room. This wrk is to be accomplished during the summer months.
Mrs. Ina Hight, librarian, reported Mrs. Lannen, who had been offered the assistant librarian's job, had made a counter proposal to that given by the board. She agreed to an 18 hour work week at a pay rate of $65 for the four weeks period. This was agreeable to the board and she is to begin May 1 as assistant librarian (see page 52 minutes of February 13 board meeting).
Mr. Shindorf reported several building repair matters which were approved. These included refinishing of the front doors, new wiring for post lights, a new pipe from the furnace to the chimney, overhauling for toilets, some pathing for the roof, mason work on the steps, puttying windows and other items.
The matter of improvements during the summer to the library floor was discussed. Bids ar eto be asked for resanding and refinishing also for good quality floor overing.
Mrs. Hight reported a district meeting for the State Library Association would be held here May 1.
No further business being presented the meeting adjourned. Leslie B. Merritt Secretary.
Ruth Bennett, Grace Lannen, Theo Shindorf, Ina Hight -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 056-057
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Swann's Store, Wheeler Pub Co., C.N. Holkins Co, Baldwin Hardware, Michigan Bell, Detroit Edison, Herrman's, Wagenwoord & Co, T. Shindorf, Ina Hight, Grace Lannen, Ruth Bennett, B. Woodworth, Doubleday, H.W. Wilson, Wilber Davis, Gilkes & Zizka, Goodnow's, Elgin Hills, Sutton Hardware, Richards Electric, Metz & Wieand, H.C. Warner, Roy Rathbun, D& C Stores, Chas. Line, Community Elevator Co, Gaylord Bros, Holden Electric -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 058-059
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Ina Hight, Grace Lannen, Theo Shindorf, Ruth Bennett, Purdy & Woodruff, Michigan Bell, Beurmann's, Detroit Edison, Remington Pand, Cavalier Pub Co, Gaylord Bros, Gilkes & Zizka, Metz & Wieand, Detroit News, R.R. Bowker Co, H.W. Wilson Co, Cousins Printing Co, Purdy & Woodruff, Livingston County Press, Holkins & Son
Howell, Michigan, January 28, 1953
A meeting of the Howell library board was called to order at 7:15PM by Theodore Krieger, chairman. Also present were board members Mrs. Harry L. Williams and Leslie B. Merritt.
Mrs. Ina Hight, librarian, conferred with the board on matters of policy, and was then excused to attend another meeting.
Requests for an outside door in the library club room were acknowledged it being claimed failure to have such a door was a fire hazard. It was suggested a contractor's bid be invited for such a door but that its construction must not weaken the wall. It was pointed out the room has several windows at ground level through which people could make safe exists in case -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 060-061
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
of fire, and another exit via the furnace room. The janitor is to be instructed to see that these windows can be opened with reasonable ease.
The matter of repairs to the library roof was discussed and it was agreed such work be accomplished during the summer if finances were available. It was also recommended pointing of the outside walls and mason work be accomplished during the summer months. Redecorating of the reading room was discussed, but it was felt this should be delayed at least until after roof repairs were made and proved satisfactory.
The matter of library hours was taken under advisement but no action taken. It has been suggested extending Friday hours from 1 o'clock through 9 o'clock and keeping open the year around on the adopted schedule.
Consideration was given salaries. It was moved by Mr. Merritt that the salary of the librarian be $140 per month for the time she presently gives to this duty (about 26 hours) and that the assistant librarian be paid $1.10 aan hour (She presently works about an 18 hour week). These pay rates are to be effective with the February salaries. Motion unanimously carried.
Mrs. Hight informed the Howell library had qualified for state aid on a basis of 4 cents per capita on the 1950 census, or a sum of $174.12.
The librarian also said the Ann Arbor Civic orchestra might be secured to give a concert here for benefit of the library if she were able to secure a sponsoring Organization. The board members had no objection.
The librarian requested the board to adopt a policy on charges for the library club room. The board agreed to take the matter under consideration.
Adjournment was at 9:15PM Leslie B. Merritt, Secretary
Ruth Bennett, Theo. Shindorf, Grace Lannen, Ina Hight, Gaylord's, Gilkes & Zizka, Hillsdale School Supplies
Swann's Store, Michigan Bell, Community Elevator, Detroit Edison, Herrman's Store, Detroit News, Beurmann & Clark, Wilcox & Follette, Wagenvoord, Purdy & Woodruff, Devison Co. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 062-063
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Michigan Bell, Detroit Edison, City of Howell, Gilkes & Zizka, Grac Lannen, Ina Hight, Theo. Shindorf, Ruth Bennett, Detroit News.
Howell, Michigan April 29, 1953
A meeting of the Howell library board was called to order at 7:15PM by Theodore Krieger, chairman. Also present were board members Mrs. H.L. Williams and Leslie B. Merritt.
Chairman Krieger reported the City Council had refused to accept for the fiscal year the raises in pay voted the librarian and assistant librarian by this board at its January 28 meeting. Inasmuch as the budget for the new year is sufficient for the previously voted salary increases it was moved by Mr. Merritt and accepted that effective with May salaries, the monthly pay of the librarian be at $140.00, that of the assistant librarian be $1.10 per hour and that clerk hire be at 90 cents per hour. The salary of the janitor is to remain at $100 per month, but he may be paid extra for 'out-of-ordinary' services.
The following budget was proposed for 1953-54:
Estimated Receipts
Balance $169.62
Library Collections 200.00
City Tax - 1 Mill 4466.00
State Library Aid 300.00
3/4 Mill from General Fund 3349.50
$8485.12
Estimated Disbursments:
Librarian Salary 1680
Asst. Librarian Salary 950
Clerk Hire 350
Janitor Salary 1200
Labor-Lawn Mowing, Extras 200
Heat, Light, Power 800
Printing, Stationery, Postage 15
Library Supplies Book Repairs 75
Telephone 80
New Books 900
Subscriptions 100
Insurance 330
Janitor Supplies 50
Christmas Bonus 25
Roof repair 300, stone work 300, stoker & furnace 100, general 120 820
Contingent Reserve 910.12
$8485.12
It was agreed to as Mr. Redinger to do the needed repair work to building masonry (pointing) and curbing at an estimated expense of $300.
It was agreed to contract with Boss Roofing Co. at Ypsilanti for library roof repair at an estimated figure of from $265 to $300.
The janitor recommended a new smoke stock pipe, certain stoker and furnace repairs and the purchase of 5 -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 064-065
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
gallons of floor sealer, which was approved.
A communication from the Livingston County Garden club requested permission to install a plaque at the tree planted last spring in memory of Clarence Reed. The board specified such plaque was to be flush to the ground and at no expense to the library.
It was agreed to follow the usual practice during July and August of closing the library Wednesday afternoon and evening and also Saturday evening.
The board approved request of the librarian to display at circulation desk a card informing library facilities may be used by persons outside the city limits at a charge of 50 cents per quarter for such service.
It was agreed to present to the city council for its information a statement of the policy on use of the library club room and to adopt same if council had no objection.
It was agreed to have the librarian inquire about a suitable electric light fixture over the outside entrane and have the same installed. As repairs are required on the twin globe lights at the entrance it was decided to take out this installation when the new outside fixture is installed.
By unanimous consent the follow was adopted:
Policy Regarding Use of Library Club Room
Any organization or group using the library club room shall vacate it not later than 15 minutes before the regular closing hour by 4:45 afternoons or 8:45 evenings.
If use of the room is desired after these hours, advance arrangements must be made with the library staff so that a responsible person can be secured to inspect the room against fire hazard or damage, turn off lights, see that windows are closed, lock doors, etc. Such notice must be given the librarian in sufficient time for her to secure an attendant who will be paid a minimum of $1.00 for such service.
A fee of $1.00 will be charged for each use of the library club room. If use of the room continues after the times specified above an additional charge of $1.00 will be made for each hour or fractional part thereof but in no case may an afternoon meeting continue later than 6 o'clock, nor an evening meeting later than 10:30. The librarian will collect any fees and is also responsible for paying the attendant. Any difference between the collected fee and the amount paid the attendant will be paid into the library fund. Paying the attendant more than the minimum fee is at the librarian's discretion. It is not intended to employ a special attendant for meetings held during regulation library hours adopted by the board.
Any group granted use of the library club room is reminded the primary purpose of this building is to serve those who want to read and such patrons are not to be unreasonably disturbed or inconvenienced.
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