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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE HERMOSA BEACH FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
HELD AT THE LIBRARY ON DECEMBER 14, 1995
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Rosalind Bender, Toni Empringham, Betty Evans, Tim
Ferguson, Pat Gazin, John Hales, Bill Malone, Charlotte Malone and Al Valdes.
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Steve Hoffmann, Tom Humbarger and Leyla Woods.
OTHER ATTENDEES: Steve Burrell, Myron Gazin, Alan Thomen, and CLM Ron Schneider.
CALL TO ORDER: Tim Ferguson at 7:03 P.M
KUDOS: Tim singled out the book sale crew, the coffee brew(er) Al Valdes and John
Hales for special approbation.
MINUTES - ACTION: To approve the minutes of the meeting of September 21, 1995.
Motion Bill, second Toni.
MEETING OF THE L.A. COUNTY DIVISION OF THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
City Manager Steve Burrell attended this meeting to discuss the report of the Library Task
Force re L.A. County funding and service options. Held on Dec. 7 in Alhambra, it was
attended by representatives from 16 cities.
The group decided to pursue tax exchange legislation (AB 8) which would cover and
simplify options and funding for cities withdrawing from the county library system. This
"spot" bill must be written, sponsored (Assemblyman Lovejoy and Senator Hayden have
expressed willingness) and reported out of the first committee in Jan. 1996. If passed it
wouldn't become effective until Jan., 1997.
Also discussed was an effort to "regionalize" library services, setting up a separate district
quite distinct from the Board of Supervisors to insure a steady source of funding and
reliable accountability. This would allow a more direct involvement by cities and Friends
as to how their tax dollars are spent and a "sayso" as to what goes on in their library.
Santa Clara and Orange, among others, are counties which encourage active participation
by cities and Friends groups in the operation of their libraries.
Steve reported that other Friends groups have retained ownership of equipment purchased
for use in their local libraries. There will be another meeting of this division in Jan. 1996.
Steve was thanked for his continuing efforts on behalf of the HB Library.
COST OF OPERATING HERMOSA BEACH LIBRARY - Memorandum from Jean Alexander.

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$543,000 was the cost for operation in 1994/95. There was discussion as to the
interpretation of specific charges (Books and materials and indirect costs). Tim noted that
40% of the operating costs were attributed to "indirect county overhead." Ron advised
that his entire budget for books and materials for FY 1995/96 would be $6400 as
compared with $51,000 for FY 1994/95. Ron spent heavily on reference books which may
last for 3 - 4 years before becoming out-dated. ACTION -to receive and file. Motion
Charlotte, second Bill.
COMPUTERS - Tim was pleased to reveal that the computers have finally arrived and will
be in operation this Saturday (Dec. 16) - Ron is planning the supervision of this
equipment.
CLM REPORT AND REQUESTS - Ron notified the group that the county is planning to issue
a directive stipulating that any books donated by the Friends become county property. He
was asked to report on the status of the California Collection at the next meeting
Ron noted that there was a plan underway, but presently stalled at the administration level,
to circulate materials regionally only. Local requests would be handled in a quicker and
safer manner. Our region has endorsed this plan and is awaiting approval by
administration. HBFOL encourages this plan. In response to Ron's request, the following
took place:
ACTION - to approve the allocation of $500 for adult books and $300 (Belasco) for
children's books. Motion Pat, second Al. Vote Yes 8, No 2 (Bender, Ferguson). Motion carried
WINE TASTING - Charlotte discussed the enormous success of the event. Tom Humbarger
was complimented on his superb organization and all participants were thanked. (The
event raised $5873 toward the $7101.93 purchase of 2 PC's, a printer and other
equipment and software.)
NOMINATING COMMITTEE FOR 1996 SLATE OF OFFICERS: In accordance with the Bylaws
each elected member of the board chooses someone (a member in good standing) to
represent him/her on the Nominating Committee. President chooses the Chairman
Report of slate must be given to the president before the Jan. Meeting. No member of the
Nominating Committee may be on the slate.
NEW BUSINESS -Toni discussed the activities and program of the Beach Cities Symphony
Association. When we are furnished with figures on the cost, the HBFOL will consider
advertising in the program of this association.
P.M. to the Annual Meeting and Election of Officers, scheduled for Jan. 18, 1996. Chare ADDENDUM: ADJOURNMENT - On motion of Charlotte, second Bill this meeting was adjourned at 7:55
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Charlotte Malone, Recording Secretary
In Jan. 1996 the elected officers authorized the expenditure of $50 for advertising in two Beach Cities Symphonies Assn. programs.