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Arcadia Public Library Board of Trustees
Regular Meeting Agenda
Thursday, January 21, 2021 4:30 p.m.
Location: Library Conference Room, 20 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia
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COVID-19
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make public comments. For members of the public who would like to participate virtually, the
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL:
Barbara Delphey, Chair
Janet HasBrouck, Chair Pro-Tempore
Miriam Carter, Trustee
Alice Wang, Trustee
Elizabeth Renfrew, Trustee
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. The matter may
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REPORTS FROM LIBRARY TRUSTEES / LIAISONS
Announcements / Statements / Future Agenda Items
REPORTS FROM THE DIRECTOR
Announcements / Statements / Future Agenda Item
a. Director’s Update
b. Monthly Statistical Report: November/December 2020
c. Monthly Report Narrative: November/December 2020
d. Financial Report: November 2020
e. COVID-19 Updates
f. Staff Update
g. Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage
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h. Flyers/articles/posters/attachments
Children’s Room January 2021 Calendar
Winter 2021 Virtual Computer Learning Lab Class Schedule
Arcadia History Room Featured Historical Photo:
Arcadia’s Float in the 1970 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade
Adult Virtual Programming/Virtual Learning
Adult Recess At Home Edition
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and can be acted on by
one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Library
Board, staff, or public request that a specific item be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion and action.
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2020
Recommended action: Approve
ADJOURNMENT
The Library Board will adjourn this meeting to February 18, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. in the Conference
Room of the Library, 20 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia.
November Fiscal Year to Date November November Average
2020 2020-21 2019-20 2019 2018 2018-20
CIRCULATION
Gate count 0 0 204,160 34,826 36,806 23,877
* Circulation 17,266 90,166 395,758 75,938 74,275 55,826
Adult 2,455 12,659 63,475 11,699 11,888 8,681
Teen 465 2,436 10,190 1,762 1,770 1,332
Juvenile 6,386 32,099 180,694 34,441 36,046 25,624
Digital Collection 6,572 35,568 26,275 5,446 4,401 5,473
In-House Use check-ins 1,388 7,404 115,124 22,590 20,170 14,716
Express Check 51 346 109,459 20,273 21,400 13,908
Registrations 128 752 1,796 268 235 210
Overdues 82 243 1,011 222 240 181
Reserves 7,463 34,717 7,062 1,352 726 3,180
TECHNICAL SERVICES
Materials cataloged 1,023 4,402 5,018 1,010 1,350 1,128
Materials discarded 262 7,659 8,252 2,113 802 1,059
Interlibrary loan (ILL) 0 0 194 27 30 19
Bindery 12 81 97 14 25 17
Serials Processed 323 1,941 2,109 342 406 357
ADULT SERVICES
Reference questions 1,977 7,367 15,132 2,208 2,696 2,294
Total Reference 1,234 4,489 7,638 1,124 1,290 1,216
Total Other 743 2,878 7,494 1,084 1,406 1,078
Adult Programs (virtual) 8 23 75 23 34 22
Views 467 1,287 1,492 289 328 361
Teen Programs (virtual) 3 10 36 10 8 7
Views 213 560 2,979 621 401 412
24/7 Reference email 12 294 1,464 243 240 165
CHILDREN'S SERVICES
Reference questions 298 1,407 11,541 2,150 2,260 1,569
Total Reference 207 925 8,045 1,399 1,617 1,074
Total Other 91 394 3,496 751 643 495
Special programs (virtual) 9 41 52 7 10 9
Views 156 577 2,851 188 347 230
Storytime/Class Visits/Scouts 13 35 66 16 20 16
Views 256 489 3,569 825 866 649
STATISTICS
Volunteer Hours 132 392 3,714 663 684 493
Website Visits 9,334 42,379 28,935 19 6,929 5,427
Other Service Point questions 972 5,386 8,504 1,316 1,561 1,283
REVENUES
Fines & Fees 747.30$ 4,632.67$ 19,609.16$ 3,405.24$ 3,612.88$ 2,588.47$
Auditorium -$ -$ 4,175.00$ 450.00$ 1,160.00$ 536.67$
Lost books 48.99$ 505.45$ 3,336.79$ 330.12$ 712.90$ 364.00$
ECC Registrations -$ -$ 1,640.00$ 60.00$ 20.00$
Gifts & grants -$ 19,231.18$ 71,621.06$ 2,000.00$ 50.00$ 683.33$
Passport Services 1,687.70$ 1,687.70$ 29,725.00$ 5,515.00$ 4,205.00$ 3,802.57$
Total 2,483.99$ 26,057.00$ 130,107.01$ 11,760.36$ 9,740.78$ 7,995.04$
Development
Administration
Arcadia Public Library
Monthly Statistical Report
Fiscal Year 2020-21
Information & Materials
Management
Program & Collection
December Fiscal Year to Date December December Average
2020 2020-21 2019-20 2019 2018 2018-20
CIRCULATION
Gate count 0 0 236,348 32,188 34,657 22,282
* Circulation 13,946 104,112 465,599 69,841 65,834 49,874
Adult 1,901 14,560 74,391 10,916 11,961 8,259
Teen 376 2,812 11,990 1,800 1,737 1,304
Juvenile 4,458 36,557 210,763 30,069 31,420 21,982
Digital Collection 6,281 41,849 30,950 4,675 3,816 4,924
In-House Use check-ins 930 8,334 138,717 23,593 16,900 13,808
Express Check 30 376 127,034 17,575 18,401 12,002
Registrations 91 843 1,979 183 192 155
Overdues 21 264 1,273 262 263 182
Reserves 6,597 41,314 8,258 1,196 763 2,852
TECHNICAL SERVICES
Materials cataloged 834 5,236 5,767 749 1,331 971
Materials discarded 2,352 10,011 11,578 3,326 785 2,154
Interlibrary loan (ILL) 0 0 243 49 35 28
Bindery 18 99 134 37 31 29
Serials Processed 382 2,323 2,538 429 336 382
ADULT SERVICES
Reference questions 1,696 9,063 17,331 2,199 2,540 2,145
Total Reference 819 5,308 8,709 1,071 1,094 995
Total Other 877 3,755 8,622 1,128 1,446 1,150
Adult Programs (virtual) 5 28 84 9 25 13
Views 439 1,726 1,687 195 285 306
Teen Programs (virtual) 1 11 44 8 7 5
Views 190 750 3,525 546 370 369
24/7 Reference email 42 336 1,725 261 233 179
CHILDREN'S SERVICES
Reference questions 153 1,560 13,143 1,602 1,779 1,178
Total Reference 74 999 9,266 1,221 1,340 878
Total Other 79 473 3,877 381 439 300
Special programs (virtual) 4 45 57 5 5 5
Views 37 614 3,017 166 86 96
Storytime/Class Visits/Scouts 10 38 76 10 12 11
Views 166 477 3,999 430 533 376
STATISTICS
Volunteer Hours 40 431 3,714 474 531 348
Website Visits 7,668 50,047 28,935 0 5,736 4,468
Other Service Point questions 417 5,803 8,504 1,278 1,399 1,031
REVENUES
Fines & Fees 403.49$ 5,036.16$ 19,609.16$ 3,234.25$ 4,009.19$ 2,663.58$
Auditorium -$ -$ 4,175.00$ 1,150.00$ 920.00$ 690.00$
Lost books 26.74$ 532.19$ 3,336.79$ 367.61$ 592.35$ 336.32$
ECC Registrations -$ -$ 1,640.00$ 780.00$ 260.00$
Gifts & grants 80.00$ 19,311.18$ 71,621.06$ 8,000.00$ 5,020.00$ 4,340.00$
Passport Services 2,451.35$ 4,139.05$ 29,725.00$ 5,905.00$ 5,160.00$ 4,250.90$
Total 2,961.58$ 29,018.58$ 130,107.01$ 19,436.86$ 15,701.54$ 12,540.80$
Development
Administration
Arcadia Public Library
Monthly Statistical Report
Fiscal Year 2020-21
Information & Materials
Management
Program & Collection
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ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
MONTHLY REPORT – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2020
Highlights: A highpoint of this holiday season was a staff lunch
provided by Administration in mid-December. All staff were treated to
boxed lunches from Panera Bakery and the Library Board of Trustees
provided beautiful cupcakes for all. The year ended on a positive note
with the news that Adult Services had been awarded a “California
Revealed” grant to digitize, preserve and archive documents from the
Library’s Arcadia History collection, including the Anoakia Breeding
Farm private catalog and historic city directories.
Adult Programs, Classes, Technology Literacy, and Events: Adult
Recess: Virtual Edition in November and December featured step-by-step instructional videos
shared on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. Viewers learned basic loom weaving, creating
their own loom, in November and made gift tags and wrapping paper in December. Craft kits were
provided for interested patrons. November’s International Film Program featured Le Chef, a
French comedy, via Kanopy, while in December, patrons were encouraged to watch Buñuel in
the Labyrinth of the Turtles. Discussion questions were also shared on social media to encourage
an at-home conversation about the film. The final Business Learning Lab Power Hour was offered
in collaboration with the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce and City's Economic Development team
in December. Business owners delved into the multi-layered world of online advertising and
effective ad creation for Facebook, Instagram, and Google. Podcasts 101, a virtual Learning Lab
class, was taught in December. Students discovered new podcast platforms, received
recommendations for new and interesting podcasts, and learned tips and tricks to better enjoy
their podcast experience. In support of the virtual Learning Labs, staff created two micro-lessons
in November and posted on the Library’s social media accounts, on the topic of website domains
and Search Engine Optimization. In December two more microlessons, Find a New Podcast and
Facebook Ads Manager, were created and shared on social media in support and promotion of
the Library’s Learning Lab program.
Teen Programing: In November, Make-it or Bake-it featured teen volunteers who had filmed and
edited a flower crown tutorial video; for December’s Make-it or Bake-it, teen volunteers
demonstrated how to make a holiday ornament. Craft kits were provided to interested teens.
December’s edition was viewed 108 times on Instagram, 51 times on Facebook, and five times
on YouTube. The final two Teen Creative Writing Workshops, Songwriting and Free Writing, were
held in November. These workshops, attended by 23 teens, were hosted in partnership with a
junior at Arcadia High School who is completing her Girl Scouts Gold Award. Bernard Dinata,
singer-songwriter & producer, co-hosted the songwriting workshop.
November Activity
Front Door Pick-Ups: 2,497
Physical Items Checked Out: 10,507
eBooks/Audiobooks Downloaded: 5,050
Virtual Programs/Attendance: 33/1,092
Passports Issued: 39
December Activity
Front Door Pick-Ups: 2,328
Physical Items Checked Out: 7,739
eBooks/Audiobooks Downloaded: 4,231
Virtual Programs/Attendance: 19/827
Passports Issued: 59
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Children’s Programming and Services: The Cover to Cover Club reading program concluded
with 692 registrants who read and logged 8,823 books (1,541 coupons) redeemable for free In-
N-Out burgers, were distributed throughout the program. A parent commented that Arcadia Public
Library was one of the few libraries offering the program and that she was grateful as it
incentivized her child to read during the pandemic. Children’s Services staff filled 66 Book Bundle
requests throughout November and received positive feedback from those using the service. Tech
Team Arcadia, consisting of two students from Arcadia
High School, hosted a six-part Virtual Coding Class
which introduced nine middle school participants to basic
computer programming using Hypertext Markup
Language (HTML). In addition to live and prerecorded
virtual storytimes, Children’s Services hosted a pumpkin
themed Storycraft program in which families were invited
to pick up a craft bag from the Library, then view a pre-
recorded video which shared pumpkin stories and
demonstrated how to make the crafts: 120 craft bags
were distributed and 80 families viewed the recording. Over 200 craft grab bags were distributed
to families before the Thanksgiving weekend. Each bag
contained instructions and paper
materials to make three crafts
that were leftover projects from
juvenile programs hosted in
years past. In December, two
Storytime Adventure programs
were posted to Facebook
Premier and doubled
viewership. Throughout the month, there were six pre-recorded and one
live storytime with 90 views. Children’s Services staff prepared and
distributed 246 Winter Activity Bags. The bags were designed by specific
grade level: K-2, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, and included a grade level reading list,
two craft projects, an indoor scavenger hunt, and one additional activity sheet.
Customer Service: The online reserves and front-door pick-up
service continue to be popular. In November, staff processed
7,463 items and in December, 6,597; these numbers are lower
than usual given the holidays in each month. Account Services
was most affected in this period by the quarantining of four staff
in response to a positive COVID test received by another
member of the department. Administration, Adult Services, and
Children’s Services stepped up to help process items, schedule
appointments for customers, oversee Shelving Management
staff, and cover telephones. The first four staff members
returned on December 17, and the fifth one returned on
December 28. Not surprisingly, the busiest day for
appointments was December 17, with 138 front-door pick-ups
scheduled. Passport Services resumed operations on a limited basis and have gradually
increased the number of passports issued from 39 in November to 59 in December.
Collections: Occasionally customers ask about the precautions the Library takes regarding print
and other materials: following the strictest guidelines, books and other media are held in
quarantine in the auditorium for four days. Cataloging and Acquisitions have been working on a
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project to improve access to magazines listed in the Library’s catalog.
Cataloging and Acquisitions continued to work on updating the catalog
and other routine projects, as well as cataloging materials for the Gilb
Museum of Arcadia Heritage. The most popular item in the Adult
collection in November was I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, by Maya
Angelou. The most popular title in the Children’s collection this month
was the latest Dog Man book, Grime and Punishment, by Dav Pilkey,
and for teens, the top spot was held by the anime pirate adventure series
One Piece, by Eiichiro Oda. In December, the most popular item in the
Adult collection was The Kitchen God's Wife, by Amy Tan. The most
popular title in the Children’s collection this month was the latest book in
the Keeper of the Lost Cities series, Unlocked, by Shannon Messenger.
For teens, the top title was Amulet, by Kazu Kibuishi.
Facilities and Technology: The wireless network has been
upgraded to Cisco Meraki, for better bandwidth and coverage and
ten total Access Points were installed with two located outside of
the building. There were 446 unique public Wi-Fi users, illustrating
how important strong Wi-Fi access is. 3D printing is now available
to the public. Staff are continuing to update the library’s web pages
by adding and updating the content. In December, staff continued
to test the new Meraki wireless network and are researching
further expansion by adding extra access points. Information
Services staff are working on offering contactless printing services
to the public through the online PrinterOn printing service. In
response to the exposure event in Account Services, social
distancing and contamination practices were increased: plexiglass
screens were extended at the Account Services desk, aides’ work
areas were moved to the Computer Lab (for email) and to a
separate station (for other tasks), the number of staff permitted in
the Account Services work area was decreased to four at any one
time, and the scheduled pick-up carts were moved into the entryway.
Staff and Training: At the end of the month, Shelving Management was combined with Account
Services to reflect current work assignments and staffing. Account Services supervisor will focus
on training all part-time staff, merging schedules, assigning specific tasks for full-time and part-
time staff, and finding efficiencies throughout the department. Library staff continued to complete
the mandated non-harassment training. Staff also attended webinars on such diverse topics as
video creation and editing, community career development, virtual programming, marketing, and
self-care. Supervisory and Administration staff completed online ethics training as well. The
Principal Librarian for Adult and Teen Services was selected to attend a teen services conference
sponsored by YALSA in early November. In response to the group quarantining of staff in mid-
December, Covid-19 safety practices were reviewed, and Account Services implemented a two-
team schedule to contain possible future exposures to the virus. Shelving Management staff took
over front-door pick-up responsibilities and continued to help with important tasks throughout the
Library.
Community Outreach/Collaboration/Volunteers: The Friends of the Library briefly hosted
outdoor pop-up book sales, which were popular and profitable. Unfortunately, the surge which
followed Thanksgiving led to the sale being suspended. The Library collaborated with
NaNoWriMo, a nonprofit organization that promotes creative writing around the world, in their
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annual challenge to write a 50,000-word novel in the month of November. Workshops were held
on Zoom weekly with 18 attending. Business Learning Lab Power Hour was offered in
collaboration with the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce and City's Economic Development team.
Cataloging and Acquisitions staff attended monthly Coordinating Council meetings. The
Children’s Principal Librarian met with representatives from Pacific Clinics to discuss community
services provided by the agency and ways the Library may be able to partner on an informational
family program. Children’s staff also met with two Arcadia High School students to explore ways
to partner and promote their newly established Kids Support Group, which offers students, in 1st
through 8th grades, the opportunity to virtually come together, play fun games, and express
concerns/frustrations about life during the pandemic. In November, Children’s Services provided
seven virtual class visits for 178 kindergarten and 1st grade students from Longley Way and
Camino Grove Elementary schools. In December, Children’s Services staff participated in Arcadia
Unified School District’s virtual book discussion for middle schoolers. Led by AUSD middle school
librarians, students discussed aspects of the book The Seventh Most Important Thing by Shelley
Pearsall and were visited by the author. In December 2nd grade students
from Baldwin Stocker Elementary visited virtually with Children’s Services
staff and learned about the works of children’s author, Keiko Kasza. Two
1st grade classes from Camino Grove Elementary also visited with staff
and listened to stories written by children’s author, Jan Brett. Staff also
met with Stephanie Perez, from Arcadia Unified School District’s Rio
Hondo Learning Center, to discuss potential partnership for a future
middle school wellness conference. An architectural historian reached
out for help uncovering the history of homeowners/occupants at 901 W.
Duarte. Architectural historians need to identify homeowners and
occupants of older homes (this one was from 1921), to determine if it
qualifies for historical significance designation and preservation, or for
demolition. Staff found that William and Mahala Sackett had lived in the
home. At the end of December, the Library hosted a blood drive for City
of Hope in the auditorium.
Marketing and Publicity: Two historical photos were shared in
November as part of the Library’s Centennial Commemoration:
a photo of Arcadia Public Library at its First and Wheeler
Avenues location, where it was located from 1930-1961, and a
photo of a staff member (Judith B.) setting up a Thanksgiving
display from the 1950s. Adult Services staff continues to lead
the Library’s social media effort. In December, two more photos
were shared: Arcadia Public Library in 1961 and a 1970 view of
the Library’s mid-century interior design.
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Library Closed
New Year’s Day
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Library Closed
Library Closed
Sign-ups
for January
Book Buddies &
Funology LIVE!
10 -11 am:
Priority registration for
Arcadia residents.
Proof of residency
required.
11 am onward:
Open registration
Live Program
Pete the Cat *
Virtual Book Party
4 —7 years
2:00 pm
Registration required
Library Closed
Sign-ups
for January
Toddler Storytime &
Parent Workshop
10 -11 am:
Priority registration for
Arcadia residents.
Proof of residency
required.
11 am onward:
Open registration
Pre-Recorded Program
Family Storytime
Adventures
2—8 years
10:15 am
Live Program
Virtual Book Buddies*
Ages 5 and 6 years
5:00 pm
*Registration required
Library Closed
Pre-Recorded Program
Family Storytime
Adventures
2—8 years
10:15 am
Live Program
Funology LIVE!*
8 —14 years
2:00 pm
*Registration required
Library Closed
Live Program Parent Workshop:
The Art of
Reading Aloud*
6:30 pm
*Registration required
Pre-Recorded Program
Toddler Storytime*
24—47 months
10:15 am
*Registration required
Pre-Recorded Program
Family Storytime
Adventures
2—8 years
10:15 am
Live Program
Virtual Book Buddies*
Ages 5 and 6 years
5:00 pm
*Registration required
Arcadia Public Library - Jerry Broadwell Children’s Room J A N U A RY 2 0 2 1
Photo Release: All participants in Library programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for Library promotional purposes. Notify Library
staff if you prefer not to be photographed.
Our thanks to the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library for providing funding for our programs, events, and classes.
PLEASE NOTE
The Library is currently closed to the public and in-person
programming has been cancelled into the foreseeable future.
The children’s events listed on this calendar will be
provided in a virtual format. Please visit the
Library’s online Events Calendar for more information.
ONLINE STORYTIMES
Please Note: Storytimes are pre-recorded, unless
otherwise indicated. Visit the Library’s online
Events Calendar for links to the programs.
Family Storytime Adventures — 2 to 8 years
Wednesdays at 10:15 am
January 13, 20, & 27, 2021
Toddler Storytime on Facebook Premiere — 24 to 47 months
Wednesday, January 26, 2021 at 10:15 am
Join us for a pre-recorded storytime with a craft
demonstration just right for toddlers. Program craft kits
will be available by registration.
Sign-ups begin Monday, January 11, 2021.
10:00 am-11:00 am: Priority registration for Arcadia
Residents by phone. Proof of residency required.
11:00 am onward: Open registration by phone.
Please phone 626-821-5566 to register.
VIRTUAL BOOK BUDDIES
Designed especially for kids ages 5 to 6 years old.
Listen to fun stories read aloud by the Assisteens, an
auxiliary of the Assistance League of Arcadia.
This is a live program hosted via Zoom.com.
JANUARY SESSIONS
Thursday, January 14; 5:00 pm (ages 5 and 6 years)
Thursday, January 28; 5:00 pm (ages 5 and 6 years)
January sign-ups begin Monday, January 4, 2021
FEBRUARY SESSIONS
Thursday, February 11; 5:00 pm (ages 5 and 6 years)
Thursday, February 25; 5:00 pm (ages 5 and 6 years)
February sign-ups begin Monday, February 1, 2021.
10:00 am-11:00 am: Priority registration, for Arcadia
residents, by phone. Must provide proof of residency.
11:00 am onward: Open registration by phone.
Please phone 626-821-5566 to register.
January 2021 Calendar of VIRTUAL Events
SPECIAL VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
Pete the Cat Virtual Book Party
For ages 4—7 years
Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 2:00 pm
Join us for a virtual celebration of our groovy friend — Pete the Cat!
We will read some of our favorite Pete the Cat stories,
enjoy fun interactive activities and make a cool craft.
This program will be hosted on Zoom.com
and registration is required.
Sign-ups begin Tuesday, December 29, 2020.
10:00 am-11:00 am: Priority registration for Arcadia
Residents by phone. Proof of residency required.
11:00 am onward: Open registration by phone.
Please phone 626-821-5566 to register.
Parent Workshop: The Art of Reading Aloud to Kids
Monday, January 25, 2021 at 6:30 pm
Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and educators are invited to a
workshop to learn more about the importance of reading
aloud and acquire useful tips and techniques. This program
will be hosted on Zoom.com and registration is required.
Sign-ups begin Monday, January 11, 2021.
10:00 am-11:00 am: Priority registration for Arcadia
Residents by phone. Proof of residency required.
11:00 am onward: Open registration by phone.
Please phone 626-821-5566 to register.
MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM
Funology LIVE!
For ages 8 — 14 years
Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 2:00 pm
Don’t miss this live hands-on exploratory crafting program
designed especially for 3rd to 8th graders. This program will
be hosted on Zoom.com and registration is required.
Sign-ups begin Monday, January 4, 2021.
10:00 am-11:00 am: Priority registration for Arcadia
Residents by phone. Proof of residency required.
11:00 am onward: Open registration by phone.
Please phone 626-821-5566 to register.
Arcadia Public Library • Jerry Broadwell Children’s Room
20 West Duarte Road ~ 626-821-5566
www.ArcadiaCA.gov/Library
Digital learning from the comfort of your home!
In our free Virtual Computer Learning Lab classes
you’ll receive information and resources on
current technology topics to take your skills
to the next level.
Register Online: https://rb.gy/hawerd
or by calling (626) 821-5569.
Links to join virtual events will be emailed to
registrants before each class session.
Additional resources & information available:
arcadia.libguides.com/learninglabs
WINTER 2021
VIRTUAL
COMPUTER
LEARNING LAB
CLASS SCHEDULE
READY TO IMPROVE YOUR
COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY SKILLS?
Arcadia Public Library
20 West Duarte Rd. Arcadia CA. 91006
(626) 821-5569 - www.ArcadiaCA.Gov/Library
Front door pickup hours: M-Th 10-7 / F-Sa 10-5
Productivity Hacks and Apps
Saturday, January 23rd, 11 AM
Working from home is difficult, especially when it
comes to staying productive. Let's discuss hacks
and apps that will keep you focused and productive.
Google Apps for Organization
Thursday, January 28th, 7 PM
Start the new year off on the right foot! Learn how
to get yourself organized using the advanced
features of common Google apps including Gmail,
Calendar, Keep, and Collections.
Requirements: Google account
Technology for Your Business:
Social Media Scheduling Tools
Tuesday, February 16th, 12 PM
Need help keeping your social media marketing plan
on track? Learn about several social media
scheduling tools including Later and Hootsuite to
save you time and streamline your process.
eResources Spotlight: JobNow & VetNow
Tuesday, March 16th, 7PM
Learn to navigate through JobNow & VetNow which
offers tools for Job Seekers, Veterans, and Learners.
Discover how to utilize the database to build better
resumes and interview skills, while VetNow can
connect users to nationwide veteran resources, live
support, and many other features!
Requirements: Email account, Library card
Technology for Your Business:
Collaboration & Task Management Software
Tuesday, March 30th, 12 PM
Take your business to the next level with
collaboration and task management software. Learn
about several software options that allow you to
collaborate with your team, streamline workflows,
and manage projects.
Arcadia History Room Featured Historical Picture
Photograph courtesy of the Arcadia History Collection, Arcadia Public Library. ID#1327 (Dec 2020‐Jan 2021)
Arcadia’s float in the 1970 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade
"Arcadia Salutes Australia's Waratah's Festival," Arcadia's float entry in the 1970 Pasadena
Tournament of Roses Parade, features an abstract free‐form reminiscent of an English coach. At
the forefront is a royal blue peacock. Animals of Australia, the kangaroo, koala bear and lyre
bird, are represented in the back.
If you are interested in Arcadia’s rich history, visit either the Arcadia History Room located at
the Arcadia Public Library or the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage. The Arcadia History Room is
shown by appointment only. Call 626‐821‐5569 for more information on the Library’s collection
or 626‐574‐5440 for more information about the Museum’s collection.
Adult Virtual Programming
Join your fellow bookish readers for fun & interesting discussions!
Monthly virtual discussions via Zoom. Call to register: (626) 821-5569
January: West with the Night: A Memoir by Beryl Markham
Beryl Markham’s remarkable account of her youth in Africa
& her 1936 solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean.
Monday, January 25th, 7 PM or Tuesday, January 26th, 10 AM
February: Bad Blood: Secrets & Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou
A riveting story of corporate fraud following the rise & collapse
of the biotech startup Theranos, founded by Elizabeth Holmes.
Monday, February 22nd, 7 PM or Tuesday, February 23rd, 10 AM
March: The Last Days of Café Leila by Donia Bijan
Betrayed in her marriage & longing for her home in Tehran, Noor
& her daughter fly to Iran to visit her father & the family’s beloved Café Leila.
Monday, March 22nd, 7 PM or Tuesday, March 23rd, 10 AM
We're bringing Adult Recess to you!
Use materials around your home to craft with us or
register to pick up a take home craft kit.
Register online: https://rb.gy/4magea or call (626) 821-5569
Videos will be available on our social media &
registration for kits will be available soon after the video posts.
January 5th , 7 PM - Watercolor Painting
February 2nd, 7 PM - Weaving Friendship Bracelets
March 2nd, 7 PM - Felt Embroidery
Tag us in your creations using the hashtags: #APLcreates #APLDIY
The Library is proud to present a series of international films that are viewable from your
very own living room. Through our partnership with Kanopy streaming service,
Arcadia Library card users can access each month’s featured film then share comments
about the film on the site. Intended audience 18+. Please visit Arcadiaca.kanopy.com.
Discussion Questions will be posted on the Library’s social media.
January 20th- All About Adolf (2018, Germany)
February 17th - The King of Masks (1996, China)
March 17th- The King's Choice (2016, Norway)
L E T T H E L I B R A R Y C O M E T O Y O U
Tuesday, January 12th at 11 AM.
UCLA consumer health librarian, Nora Franco will present tips & tricks
for finding quality health information online.
Virtual program via Zoom, join from the comfort of your home.
Call to register: (626) 821-5569
Teen Virtual Programming
Get crafty! Watch a tutorial video and try your hand at the
craft or baking challenge. Post your final product on social
media using #madeitwithAPL. You could win a small prize!
Follow us on Instagram to see when
our videos are about to go live!
January 14th at 3 PM
February 11th at 3 PM
March 11th at 3 PM
ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
20 W. DUARTE RD. ARCADIA, CA 91006
www.ArcadiaCA.gov/Library
626.821.5569
FRONT DOOR PICKUP HOURS:
M-TH 10-7 / F-SA 10-5
L E T T H E L I B R A R Y C O M E T O Y O U
Virtual Learning Labs
Digital Learning from the comfort of your home!
Register Online: https://rb.gy/hawerd by calling (626) 821-5569
Links to join virtual events will be emailed to registrants before each class session.
Additional resources & information available:
www.arcadia.libguides.com/learninglabs
Productivity Hacks & Apps- Saturday, January 23rd, 11 AM
Google Apps for Organization - Thursday, January 28th, 7 PM
Technology for Your Business: Social Media Scheduling Tools -
Tuesday, February 16th, 12 PM
eResources Spotlight: Mango Languages- Tuesday, March 16th, 7 PM
Technology for Your Business: Collaboration & Task Management Software -
Tuesday, March 30th, 12 PM
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ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
20 W. DUARTE RD. ARCADIA, CA. 91006
WWW.ARCADIACA.GOV/LIBRARY
(626) 821-5569FRONT DOOR PICKUP HOURS:M-TH 10-7 / F-SA 10-5
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LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING MINUTESS
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2020
NOTE: As part of the City of Arcadia’s COVID-19 transmission mitigation efforts, and in
accordance with California Executive Order N-25-20 suspending some terms of the Brown Act,
this meeting was conducted virtually, via teleconference.
CALL TO ORDER – Chair Barbara Delphey called the meeting to order at 4:39 pm
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Trustee HasBrouck
ROLL CALL: Chair Barbara Delphey; Trustees Miriam Carter, Janet HasBrouck, Elizabeth
Renfrew, Alice Wang; Councilmember Paul Cheng (City Council Liaison); Director
of Library & Museum Services Darlene Bradley (Secretary); Library Services
Manager Pat Smith.
ABSENT – None
PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
REPORTS FROM LIBRARY TRUSTEES / LIAISONS: Councilmember Cheng updated the
Board on the appointment of the new Police Chief, Roy Nakamura; issues facing City Council;
plans for bicycle lanes and announced a canned-food drive on November 21. Trustee Renfrew
discussed the debut of the Friends’ pop-up book sale outside the Library, currently scheduled for
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and some Saturdays, staffed by volunteers.
REPORTS FROM THE DIRECTOR
Announcements / Statements / Future Agenda Items
Director’s Update: Director Bradley let the Board know that the Library had no plans to reopen
soon, especially given the recent surge in COVID cases in Los Angeles County. She reported on
the City Council meeting regarding user fees: the $1.00 fee for holds was dropped, Museum patio
rental fee increased.
Monthly Statistical Report: October 2020: It was noted that the number of reserves jumped.
This is because patrons now request items through reserves. The Director continued to explain
the full process and said that staff is hoping to move to email notification as soon as possible as
telephone notification is inefficient and very staff intensive. Trustee Renfrew asked about the fine
forgiveness program: over 500 items were returned, and individual phone calls to customers with
over $100 in fines were well received. A much larger percentage of eBooks are being checked
out: print items are still popular, but eBooks are increasingly popular among adults and children.
Passport Services reopened, but the surge in COVID cases has decreased interest in getting
passports. The Library was given $4,000 for a memorial bench and for renovations to the
Children’s room.
Monthly Report Narrative: October 2020: Director Bradley discussed the Directors Forums and
the Future of Libraries discussions. She noted that some libraries in California have reopened for
“grab and go” service, and that Arcadia Public Library will probably retain some services (front-
door pick-up, for example) upon reopening. Increased usage of Chromebooks was discussed, as
well as the difficulty students are having finding reliable Wi-Fi access. The State Library’s Crisis
Collection funding was discussed as a way to increase smaller libraries’ purchasing power.
Financial Report: FY 19-20 Final. This report covers the Library for the entire fiscal year. The
Library spent 98% of its budget and gave back funds that had not been spent when the COVID
crisis hit. The Director reviewed individual expenditures.
COVID-19 Updates: The Library is in a holding pattern, though not in a “safer at home” status
yet. Safety measures continue to be stressed and staff are adjusting.
Library hours of operation: There are no plans to change these even though the Library has
six vacant positions. Because of reduced staff, the Library will close on December 26 and January
2; staff will be encouraged to work Monday through Thursday those weeks. The City Manager
has given permission to fill one full-time technician position, Library administration is looking at
ways to allocate that position and use staff more efficiently throughout the organization. The
process of recruitment and training is time-consuming and costly, so Library staff are making
every attempt to be thorough and correct.
Policy Manual: The City Attorney has approved the Facility Rental Policy. The minimum age was
increased to 21 for renting the Imagination Theater and some parts of the policy were
consolidated. This is an umbrella policy, which incorporates after-hours use for a fee, as well as
security and staff costs. Each venue would have its own specific rental agreement.
Staff Report: Director Bradley reviewed the donation of a Memorial Bench for Xiaonan Ji, broke
down the costs and clarified how this bench was approved.
Staff Update: Library Technician Desiree Coleman left for a job opportunity closer to her home
and in her field. The Library is down six positions currently.
Holiday Cookies: Discussed possibilities for showing appreciation for staff in place of holiday
cookie baking by the Board of Trustees. The Trustees agreed to contribute dessert for a staff
holiday lunch. Board members will drop off $20 and staff will purchase cupcakes and any other
necessities.
Staff Training: Usually, the Library has an all-day staff training on Martin Luther King Jr.’s
birthday while the rest of the City is open. This year, Library will be open, but staff will be given
the option of using one of their floating holidays if they would like the day off. The Library would
like to be sensitive to staff who would like to observe the day.
Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage: Museum staff is doing great work—including a College Day
panel discussion for teen volunteers. Trustee HasBrouck asked about status of the Carol Libby
Memorial, Director Bradley reported that it was approved and will be in the courtyard between the
Museum and the Museum Education Center.
Calendar of Activities for Children’s Services: November & December 2020: Director Bradley
highlighted the Stitching Together and craft grab-bags programs.
Flyers/articles/posters/attachments: Director Bradley reviewed the attached flyers.
CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of October 15, 2020
Recommended action: Approve
The motion to accept the Minutes of October 15, 2020, as written was moved by Trustee Carter,
seconded by Trustee HasBrouck, and carried on a voice vote.
AYES: Chair Delphey, Trustees Carter, HasBrouck, Wang
NOES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Renfrew
b. Approve the Policy Manual Updates for Facility Use and Imagination Theater Rentals
Recommended action: Approve
Trustee HasBrouck moved that the Board accept and approve the Facility Rental Policy and the
Imagination Theatre Rental Policy. Chair Delphey seconded, and it was approved on a voice
vote.
AYES: Chair Delphey, Trustees Carter, HasBrouck, Renfrew, Wang
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Delphey adjourned the meeting at 5:56 p.m. to January 21, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room of the Library, 20 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia.
Approved:
______________________________ _______________________________
Barbara Delphey, Chair Darlene Bradley, Secretary
Minutes prepared by: Pat Smith