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Terry (board member) and Joyce (board member) spoke about the bookmobile launch, which board members said drew strong community response during a ribbon‑cutting at Rocketship United Academy. Linda (staff member) was recognized for leading the bookmobile project. Board members said the bookmobile has increased visibility for the library across neighborhoods.

Board members also discussed recent allocations from Metro government. A speaker at the meeting said Metro Council passed a $2,500,000 allocation for collections as a second round of funding; combined with an earlier $2,000,000 allocation, staff said the system hoped to approach $4,000,000 as a target to maintain collections. Staff noted that 70% of checkouts are now ebooks and described relative costs: staff said ebooks frequently cost about $79 each versus $16 for a physical book, which factors into collection purchasing strategies.

A foundation representative reported fundraising updates: the library’s Giving Day raised $20,000; the foundation also hosted the Carnegie Society Book Club event and other donor acknowledgements. The foundation is preparing a “thank a thon” presentation to Metro Council, and staff asked board members to attend the library’s operating budget presentation to Metro Council on Wednesday, May 21 at 4:30 p.m.

Board members also recognized Volunteer Appreciation Day and encouraged attendance at foundation and library events such as Picnic with the Library (April 27, 3–6 p.m.) and a safety and security summit next week. No formal board action was required for these updates.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","04/15/25 Nashville Public Library Board","oneSentenceSummary","Board members celebrated the bookmobile launch, heard that Metro Council approved a second collections allocation of $2.5 million, and learned the Foundation raised $20,000 on Library Giving Day; the library’s operating budget presentation to Metro Council is scheduled for May 21.","taxTitle","Public Library Board Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee","taxId",69332,"location","Tennessee","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6073069,"Library hires safety inspector, rolls out badge access, armor core panels and training",456,3544000,4000000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2999251-c6cc79f7421a6d4d29a30bff6c5a1888&start=3544&end=4000","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2999251-c6cc79f7421a6d4d29a30bff6c5a1888/thumbnail_3544000.jpg","/articles/6073069/Tennessee/Library-hires-safety-inspector-rolls-out-badge-access-armor-core-panels-and-training","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6073069-d8ccd3686494862718da681d03a33562/orig.mp4?Expires=1775297067&Signature=Wz~h32lO~c-k3amqbx3tPECqIfmR~i8IOCOuidM-rxp4Hg-O~871-vGcCPtlrmk4Alav1HoznKJb4bZsO9E44aL8PsJ0RarN7E6IlSy8Cj8xfYOyWgnRnsSxqcKEHCcVjH5Bb6KIpqhOwTRwoLSkGBb2NXCt3abFrdD56Gthn8lYjOlW047s486Ggh4z7iKx6vQonWbwiDGK56n7WvbmXZv5aD9v8vIVrovQMKQzwyJNKR--NgcKwMPnIwef54B9yWSG5h2mkF-RwGW0ZCJuSESOxrWdlXlCQRvQ7NRBsmfXbwUwbOF8fW5imomeW-z5PlqXD840JwBk1KGtLkKStA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The board received an update on the library’s safety and security work, including personnel and facility improvements and training initiatives to strengthen emergency preparedness across branches.

Mark Crowder, head of security, said the library secured a new safety inspector position and hired Brandon (last name not provided), who completed six months on the job and led a push to improve several long‑standing safety items. Brandon described his background as a former 911 communications training officer and a Navy veteran and summarized responsibilities that include co‑leading safety policy implementation, coordinating staff training, conducting injured‑on‑duty investigations, and performing inspections.

Completed and in‑progress facility work cited by staff includes a system‑wide badge access rollout (eliminating multiple physical key sets), installation of ArmorCore bullet‑resistant fiberglass panels on specific doors to create protected staff spaces, and near‑completion of 3M security window film to reduce glass fragmentation in the event of breakage. Brandon said these measures aim to improve staff and patron safety while maintaining welcoming public access.

On training and preparedness, staff described ongoing collaboration with the Metro Nashville Police Department to implement CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) training; staff said the first phase was completed and additional phases remain. Brandon said he completed a CPR instructor course and will begin offering CPR, first aid and AED training for staff; the library also plans to install automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in more locations—seven AEDs are currently in place and the library plans to expand coverage.

Board members praised the improvements and asked technical questions about AED pad life and replacement cycles; staff answered that device components are typically replaced on longer intervals and pads usually need replacement sooner. Staff said Narcan training has been coordinated with Metro PD and is offered optionally to branches and patrons.

Crowder and Brandon asked the board for continued support as the safety and security program expands; the board thanked the team and welcomed Brandon.","The board heard updates on safety upgrades including a new library safety inspector, badge access installed across branches, bullet‑resistant door panels, 3M security film, CPR training plans and coordination with Metro Police on active‑shooter preparedness.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6073074,"Library’s NEECAT/Kneecap network reports growth in classes, broadcasts and community partnerships",752,1864000,2616000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2999251-c6cc79f7421a6d4d29a30bff6c5a1888&start=1864&end=2616","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2999251-c6cc79f7421a6d4d29a30bff6c5a1888/thumbnail_1864000.jpg","/articles/6073074/Tennessee/Librarys-NEECATKneecap-network-reports-growth-in-classes-broadcasts-and-community-partnerships","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6073074-e16f3c47249685bd479071dc402d3050/orig.mp4?Expires=1775297067&Signature=SmOS3eU97gOWm5RNbTZR61HqLPAlpgsuCSsmLIfic-6-FAJegbas4SkSteE6kAxC2q4vqt1i1uM-gp2nefLdrpfcp1UpiXcpydOtPjZHWZtIbtwDESrRNzlz2HtH46va6LU9iqZJ-7ge2k18TB52MsVdeDS-Yak505R0gseWAHGhLgfq2KWG3TyvX54O2USasPX-C3EUVrV1zjtLzqovX7~Zl8k3sO78VVvSHN39MjDK0HXXr2cbhAZYLK0yNv14hPDffzcMUWWCK5ESJ13~j0WvyyR1gODX55BlhZjUNsDPSiVAvAnmf~vw7yNvIXimyqX14~nNcaS6h-tGVbCKCw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Library staff and NEECAT (branded as the Kneecap Network) managers reported a rapid expansion in production classes, public bookings and locally produced television and documentary content since joining the library.

Larry Jurick, manager of NEECAT (Library IT and Production Services), said the operation now supports production classes and open studio time for community members and local organizations. He reported 571 active members, three 24/7 channels, availability in approximately 93,000 Comcast homes in Davidson County, and distribution via DirectTV and AT&T U‑verse into several surrounding counties. Studio and production statistics presented to the board included monthly and cumulative production counts and class completions.

Cameron McCaslin, studio manager, gave program metrics: 40 people completed a Production 1 class this year, 96 public bookings totaling 339 production hours recently, and 278 Production 1 completions since the program formally joined the library. Staff highlighted 628 hours of NPL‑specific content broadcast so far and described several in‑house shows, first‑run programs and a new documentary, It’s All Connected: The Art of Sustainability, which premiered at the main library.

Managers outlined outreach and distribution plans: Roku channel availability, continuous web streaming on kneecatnetwork.org, selective YouTube uploads, and efforts to create a “best of” package for distribution. Staff said Comcast will not share viewer data but pointed to Roku and website streaming as measurable access points. The team also discussed a planned NEECAT lending collection (about 100 titles on production and editing) and a possible new building at the old Donelson Library pending lease negotiations with Nashville State and further feasibility work by General Services and Gresham Smith.

Board members asked about partnerships (Belmont, Vanderbilt, Tennessee State, Nashville State) and potential commercialization; managers said patrons own the copyright to patron‑produced shows while library in‑house productions may be marketed or distributed by the library. Staff said capital and equipment funding comes from an annual CATV allocation (roughly $100,000 for equipment) plus library operating budget support, and that a $100 membership fee for classes is used primarily to ensure commitment and cover supplies.

NEECAT staff also described live‑broadcast capability using a LiveU device for events and said they will continue to broadcast community events such as Juneteenth fireworks, Poetry Jam, and Earth Day activities. Shauna Lynn Brandmere was introduced as the NEECAT board chair in attendance.","Staff and NEECAT managers briefed the board on production classes, broadcast reach and new programming, and described plans to expand public awareness through Roku, web streaming and local partnerships.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6073079,"Board approves 12-month extensions for 11 after‑school and summer program contractors",230,1156000,1386000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2999251-c6cc79f7421a6d4d29a30bff6c5a1888&start=1156&end=1386","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2999251-c6cc79f7421a6d4d29a30bff6c5a1888/thumbnail_1156000.jpg","/articles/6073079/Tennessee/Board-approves-12-month-extensions-for-11-afterschool-and-summer-program-contractors","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6073079-ffcfa42a28b31e3323d567537a7bd0c6/orig.mp4?Expires=1775297067&Signature=k95bo5MuyDI-rOAGiDBBA4SrJhB4An65bM8CbcTz8STxm0HQccptya2FA1VTKXC3PWDf8eNgDyTS~UThBbdfuT6zXuIR9hzDXwm8qaQxmINvvm6sF6bArWSLozROJSU2b4oWI~DNmuuPWDFEWqYhenNOksQ5h8-mRhDrpjy~xRXjiEZ-FZT1zHgUseX8Ut9C9SVMD3mAGasWzFeh0pgwuMJAlumFg2vp~lDioYZktZLDocdYRxPm9d22uNUjSlM8ygfM~7VT-i8czVIHFv3G9AkdNJNbAOuo7xRR4gAQOxsCNPKCkacjK5DaWSTrn0dtjCMhllQCmSrxh~3sr2hM4g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Nashville Public Library Board voted unanimously to approve 12‑month contract extensions for 11 community organizations that operate after‑school and summer sites funded through the library’s youth programs contract pool.

Library staff presented the item and said the extensions are available only to organizations that, within the past 12 months, scored low risk on the Metro risk assessment tool, submitted annual audits, passed compliance checks and met performance indicators set in their existing contracts. Staff asked the board to approve amendments extending the existing contracts for up to 12 months each, with the option to repeat extensions annually for up to five years (maximum extension period: 60 months) if the organizations continue to meet the requirements.

The presenter said the 11 organizations operate a total of 38 after‑school sites and 18 summer sites. Staff reported the contracted programs serve 1,184 children in after‑school programming and 538 children during summer programs. The presenter also said that next month staff will return with recommendations for new applicants; the extensions are intended to ease administrative burden for long‑term partners while leaving the opportunity open for new organizations to apply.

Board members asked clarifying questions about the paperwork and late materials; staff provided copies of three proposals that arrived after the board packet was issued. A board member moved to approve the contract amendments and another board member seconded the motion; the chair called for the vote and the motion carried by voice vote without opposition.

Staff emphasized that the extensions are conditional each year on (1) the contractor meeting annual requirements and (2) library budget approval by Metro government; the extension takes effect only after Metro’s annual budget process confirms funding.

The board recorded no amendments to the contract language during the meeting and provided no additional direction beyond approving the recommended extensions.","The library board approved renewing contract amendments that extend funding and administrative continuity for 11 community organizations that run after‑school and summer programs serving children across the city.","actionData","errors"]

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Library reports Metro allocation for collections, bookmobile launch and Foundation fundraising

Library hires safety inspector, rolls out badge access, armor core panels and training

Library’s NEECAT/Kneecap network reports growth in classes, broadcasts and community partnerships

Board approves 12-month extensions for 11 after‑school and summer program contractors