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Trustees noted the bylaws specify a quorum is determined by trustees physically present, although the board president may permit a trustee to participate by phone or video; votes cast by remote participants must be roll-call votes. Trustees clarified that while trustees may participate remotely with permission, remote participation does not count toward quorum. Several trustees observed the city has been cautious about remote participation since the pandemic and that any exceptions sometimes require city council approval.

The board also discussed whether to adopt a formal process for evaluating trustee performance or to conduct periodic self-assessments focused on strategic goals. Some trustees worried that a formal evaluation could become politicized; others favored setting board goals and conducting a constructive self-review. No motion was made to change bylaws or adopt a board-evaluation process; trustees said they would pursue a goal-setting exercise at the retreat and discuss options for a non-punitive self-assessment.

Trustees also reviewed appointment timing and noted that reappointments are decided administratively; one trustee indicated a desire to be reappointed.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Library Board Meeting 3-24-2025 - 6 PM","oneSentenceSummary","Trustees reviewed bylaws governing quorum and remote participation and discussed whether the board should conduct self-evaluations or focus on strategic goals; no formal changes were made.","taxTitle","Franklin City, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin","taxId",55414,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6108385,"Library highlights programs, author event and fundraisers as outreach successes",253,2365000,2618000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a&start=2365&end=2618","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a/thumbnail_2365000.jpg","/articles/6108385/Franklin-City/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Library-highlights-programs-author-event-and-fundraisers-as-outreach-successes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6108385-a0c0bb0e71ef174ba27a8393adb550b0/orig.mp4?Expires=1773575126&Signature=EawPUVjb9Bxjmh0GbkGzlG5eDGEgoMd-PcErqih9FmsZKTpdBGuVSDW9pI8Xr-4-PiAVylvqr2yzxSuHKp5VkkwOpj-5iLtCwyqqhBeSLN6Td1Grb1MQJRgirTwq8LqThRcVhlS8Gt2kyQrWFGJCJSzUiUK~7YHuIOVW~cV16dGGafZdHY~ndvDJe6VoQOKhAId~L-q5mKMQPtwTbNw2Hg4~eAkGUqiCdWk~AS5R2fWP9NvCHrPqW48FCk~HazLlQXgJzFAMrOtVQOUa4HT1dsRsXyYKpGtFasZSVYB1qfTwOsK5PrdfrIQHAuqlgCucdNOeUxoo2FSUDfdDAjaBfg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Trustees received updates on library programs and upcoming fundraising activities at the March 24 meeting.

Staff reported steady turnout for the Great Decisions lecture series, with in-person audiences typically between 25 and 35 and additional remote views; one program had about 93 online views. The library will keep past programs posted on its YouTube channel but said only 30-day statistics are used for on-site attendance metrics.

The board heard that an author event with Jennifer Chiaverini has at least 108 registrants; trustees said they hope a successful event will strengthen ties with booksellers such as Boswell Books and lead to more author events. Trustees discussed opportunities to partner with schools and local media to promote future programs.

Fundraising events were also on the calendar: a wine-pairing fundraiser April 3 (a retail partner will donate a portion of sales, reported as about 10 percent) and a Moteman Foundation event on June 1. Trustees said the foundation is assembling raffle baskets and staffing a fundraising table.","Trustees heard turnout numbers for Great Decisions programs, an author event with more than 100 sign-ups and upcoming fundraising efforts including a wine night and a foundation fundraiser in June.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6108390,"Library reports near-complete solar installation, recent flooding and ongoing HVAC work",131,1932000,2063000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a&start=1932&end=2063","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a/thumbnail_1932000.jpg","/articles/6108390/Franklin-City/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Library-reports-near-complete-solar-installation-recent-flooding-and-ongoing-HVAC-work","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6108390-a6090a0699ea21606286f5ac51fe315f/orig.mp4?Expires=1773575126&Signature=UCsFS973igFNXRihu8DYtbc9Tiak0W4ZSzuz3xsYqyScMq5WHqkd~ju8JjOhoTytqGG-sN2qJRebnhqO0lJ~1qTtOlN7lElesTwUfHUefeSQU9EKFHC67xGlP12G6zdrp7F0VS9cZOjjvXSaqcYo~x0K26E4WUUl30mvDTcyeaYjh66HpHIUF~M0SpnlTeMKPNaPhe4hZQS629jVQBGsMCfbNONBWiwA~hWHyau5j2zu~9JXF9DFdUDlGRSR8C2o19GMxZNeWohKBzigjjpFUZ6mIam60Q2vxweJRlKPHeY-XltI7ye5Xt5AS~uUv7tX8F4PFkgx6IpYYxY1GtgEIQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Library staff updated trustees on building projects and repairs at the March 24 meeting, saying the rooftop solar installation should wrap up this week and that crews are performing multiple HVAC and lighting upgrades.

Staff described a recent heavy-snow event that disconnected a roof drain, which led to a temporary flood inside the building and the loss of a small number of books. Staff credited employee Bailey Christie with reporting the water intrusion quickly and reducing further loss. Trustees were told earlier flood damage at the building came from a separate valve problem and had already been repaired.

Johnson Controls and city crews are working on HVAC wiring and short-term fixes to keep the building cool this summer; trustees were told the city plans to replace the building’s chiller in a later capital project. Staff warned that if the system loses refrigerant this summer, replacement coolant could be costly. Boiler repairs will be scheduled when heating demand is low. The board also heard that lighting fixtures will be replaced with brighter units and that new wiring is being installed for centralized building controls (Johnson Controls/OpenBlue).

Trustees asked for confirmations on schedules and costs; staff said they expect more precise dates and billing details at the next status meeting.","Library staff said solar work on the library roof should finish soon, recounted a recent flood tied to a disconnected drain and described ongoing HVAC and boiler work that may require future repairs.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6108396,"Trustees review finances, approve invoices and discuss tracking foundation donations",74,101000,175000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a&start=101&end=175","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a/thumbnail_101000.jpg","/articles/6108396/Franklin-City/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Trustees-review-finances-approve-invoices-and-discuss-tracking-foundation-donations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6108396-973a85d87193a91e0f8fc2662a6a825a/orig.mp4?Expires=1773575126&Signature=giPC5RZ97DmEBStpvrJkYzIMhiC~N-HTNDTuxJhzCWqh~cVJg6TEZs64weTybXCc-pHdqeaDaNY4TartvRWuXXxdjg9XLobwQ~AMbuAU52aHKCPBoncLXu7jteIePZRVocSGncVi0hUSYIqqrx-KbFNcbd~kb0u-2UtT5GRW27j3N3GuIUzRkjEhTHd1pMIWFOUJiIzAODEOri0bTSKvX322pgcm1cxwo6mBiL9RWW5O5uAzQ7pO9yo5-bEzpDPaaV39EE1dVizsoTFyQAwP3~9eg6fnxSpsOAB-doC~IjiB3IlsPF13QIigUFDuib~X5SeYlnXQDbhW-r6isg8TFA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At its March 24 meeting, the Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees approved the previous meeting minutes and authorized invoices for Fund 15 and Fund 16, then reviewed year-to-date expenses and staffing-related interdepartmental charges.

Trustees approved $11,209.38 in Fund 15 invoices and $5,942.26 in Fund 16 invoices. The board voted on both motions by voice and recorded the results as carried; no opposed or abstentions were announced. The minutes for the earlier meeting were also approved.

Treasurer and trustees noted that Fund 15 expenses are concentrated in personal services and employee benefits, representing more than two-thirds of that fund’s outlays. Fund 16 spending is low year-to-date (around 7.17 percent), a pattern trustees attributed to program seasonality and vendor payments that will materialize later in the year. Trustees asked for a future breakdown of interdepartmental charges allocated to facilities and utilities; they learned those charges primarily reflect custodial labor and supplies and that the library receives a monthly charge from the city for those services.

Trustees discussed better tracking of donations that pass through the Franklin Library Foundation. The board requested that the foundation’s treasurer provide a report so trustees can see which programs and capital items foundation funds supported in 2024. Trustees said that having a separate foundation financial statement and including the foundation treasurer’s report in board packets would help planning for future capital needs and fundraising priorities.

The board also discussed scheduling a joint planning meeting with the foundation, targeting June to maximize member availability. The meeting would be planning-focused rather than action-oriented; trustees suggested evening timing and informal hospitality to encourage attendance.","The Franklin Public Library Board approved minutes and invoices for Fund 15 and Fund 16, reviewed expense patterns and discussed tracking foundation donations and a joint trustees-foundation planning meeting.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6108397,"Franklin trustees reaffirm 3-D printer policy after trimming privacy language",392,1098000,1490000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a&start=1098&end=1490","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2768697-165e1aa2278b8d879669eb004b47367a/thumbnail_1098000.jpg","/articles/6108397/Franklin-City/Milwaukee-County/Wisconsin/Franklin-trustees-reaffirm-3-D-printer-policy-after-trimming-privacy-language","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6108397-9f80640f8ad245cd56aa7297dcc65f2a/orig.mp4?Expires=1773575126&Signature=eeMCs02LfrXljO0eVtFFWq7Sbi4uIzfoBRJzavkz8qvZShRnM~LE-SQ1ARfpkqwL01qdqOw393yUt0ey0BS4NO541Y9YsXuCx7EbBC4g-5z7t2NDLeDibR1~lre7KfQo6SwOB9UWOm7DD5NO9ljPGbL6LMyZ50FRAxLN16kh~CFKezGT8EOjX1cKfNoG3I7Ki3m80r3slejIBtuDoWaC0R~rR5ucBPcbAPhpVKuWdGe62HR2a2z9abLA1MRA3t24Gm8mAiW5DhuF4tkYu~qr1pnSz2xR~8uMs7VuYzQSv120mCJ4UFz4oiWIKfZXu6D7SfiACKoqqfcQkRlo07aHwg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees voted to reaffirm its 3-D printer policy on March 24, 2025, after trustees struck language that appeared to guarantee patron privacy in legal matters.

Board members debated a paragraph that said the library “will not share information about a patron’s legal activities with third parties.” Library staff and trustees said that sentence could be misleading if the library were served with a subpoena or otherwise required by law to disclose information. Trustees agreed to keep the core operational provisions — that staff will review every object before printing and that the library reserves the right to refuse any print request — and remove the sentences promising not to disclose legal activities.

Trustees also clarified technical points: staff confirmed patrons are charged for filament and other consumables, that files are reviewed by the staff member who operates the printer, and that prohibited materials (for example, weapons or items that would violate copyright, patent or trademark law) remain barred from printing. Staff noted that patrons may upload 3-D files through the library website and that staff (identified in the meeting as Sam) assists with the printing process.

The motion to reaffirm the policy, with the specified deletions, passed without opposition.

Trustees said they intend to add or confirm a clear copyright statement in the policy and to keep the policy on the review cycle for the board’s future updates.","The Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees voted to reaffirm its 3-D printer policy, removing language that suggested the library would not disclose information about patrons' legal activities; trustees kept provisions allowing staff to review and refuse print requests.","actionData","errors"]

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