Cobourg Public Library Board

MINUTES

Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 7:00 P.m. - 10:00 P.m.

Electronic Participation

Members Present:

• Kevin Caldwell
• Jennifer Gillard
• Councillor Pat McCourt
• Joanne Hearst
• Simon Chorley
• Marian Neill
• Ken Williamson
• Heather Viscount, Manager of Support Services

Members Absent:

• Diana Cleland
• Councillor Adam Bureau

Staff Present:

• Tammy Robinson, CEO
• Kate Davis, Manager of Public Services
• Jocelyn Gard, Administrative Coordinator

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. A quorum was established. 

2.

TRADITIONAL LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Town of Cobourg respectfully acknowledge that we are located in the traditional and treaty territory of the Michi Saagiig (Mississauga) and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.

 

The Town of Cobourg respectfully acknowledge that the Williams Treaties First Nations have been stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters, and that today remain vigilant over their health and integrity for generations to come. We are all Treaty people.

3.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

Moved by P. McCourt, seconded by K. Williamson, that the Agenda be approved as presented. Carried. 

4.

DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

None declared.

5.

STANDARD AGENDA ITEMS

Moved by K. Williamson, seconded by M. Neill, that the Standard Agenda Items be approved as presented. Carried. 

Moved by P. McCourt, seconded by J. Gillard, to approve the revised 2021 budget as presented. Carried. 

5.1

CEO Report

5.2

Minutes of Meetings held on January 20, 2021 and January 26, 2021

5.3

January 2021 Financials

6.

BUSINESS ARISING

6.1

Covid-19

The Library is now in an Orange Zone, and may be open for browsing, computer lab services, and contactless curbside serivce. 

A maximum of 50 people may be on each floor at any time. 

T. Robinson and J. Gard are working towards extending hours in Mid-April. 

6.2

Board Policy 1.4: Treatment of Patrons

Moved by P.McCourt, seconded by K. Williamson, that Board Policy 1.4: Treatment of Patrons be approved as presented. Carried. 

7.

NEW BUSINESS

7.1

Flagpole

The Town of Cobourg has indicated that $6000 has been set aside for a new flagpole for the Library. 

The CPL Board does not have a preferred location for the new flagpole. 

Moved by J. Hearst, seconded by M. Neill, that the Cobourg Public Library Board indicates to the Town of Cobourg that the flagpole should be placed where is most appropriate, as determined by Town of Cobourg staff. Carried. 

7.2

Board Policy 3.4: Delegation to the CEO

Moved by K. Williamson, seconded by J. Gillard, that Board Policy 3.4: Delegation to the CEO be approved as presented. Carried. 

8.

CORRESPONDENCE

None. 

9.

CLOSED SESSION

None. 

10.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.