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Home My WebLink AboutLB Agenda: 05/21/2026 Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Library Board regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the Reference Desk of the Arcadia Public Library located at 20 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia, California, during normal business hours. LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:30 P.M. Location: Library Conference Room, 20 W. Duarte Rd. Arcadia Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with a disability who require a disability related modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, may request such modification or accommodation from the City Clerk at (626) 574-5455. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to the meeting. 根据《美国残障人法案》，需要调整或提供便利设施才能参加会议的残障人士（包括辅助器材或服务）可与市书记官办公室联系（电话：(626) 574-5455）。请在会前 48 小时通知市书记官办公室，以便作出合理安排，确保顺利参加会议。 Pursuant to the City of Arcadia’s Language Access Services Policy, limited-English proficient speakers who require translation services in order to participate in a meeting may request the use of a volunteer or professional translator by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 574-5455 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. 根据阿凯迪亚市的语言便利服务政策，英语能力有限并需要翻译服务才能参加会议的人可与市书记官办公室联系（电话：(626) 574- 5455），请求提供志愿或专业翻译服务，请至少在会前 72 小时提出请求。 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: Hsiuchen Chen, Chair Miriam Carter, Chair Pro-Tempore Barbara Delphey, Trustee & Liaison to the Friends of the Library Barbara Ansell, Trustee Connie Liao, Trustee SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS PUBLIC COMMENTS (5-minute time limit per person) Any person wishing to speak before the Library Board of Trustees is limited to five (5) minutes per person; any changes to the allotted time will be announced prior to the Public Comment period. Under the Brown Act, the Library Board of Trustees is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. The matter may be referred to staff for appropriate response or action or may be placed on the agenda of a future meeting. CLOSED SESSION Closed session to discuss Director of Library and Museum Services recruitment. 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: April 2026 c. Monthly Report Narrative: April 2026 d. Financial Report: April 2026 e. Staff Update f. Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage g. Calendar of activities for Adult and Teen Services: June 2026 h. Flyers/articles/attachments  Adult Summer Reading Program  LinkedIn Learning  Teen Manga Talk  Summer @ Your Library Kids & Youth Brochure  Children’s Storytime Schedule – Summer  Children’s SAYL Performers i. Featured Historical Photo: The “Old” Library 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. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of April 16, 2026 Recommended action: Approve ADJOURNMENT The Library Board will adjourn this meeting to June 18, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Library, 20 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia. Information & Materials Fiscal Year to Date April April April Average Management 2025-2026 2024-2025 2026 2025 2024 2024-2026 ACCOUNT SERVICES Gate count 306,140 304,848 31,952 29,875 29,214 30,347 Circulation 442,383 428,822 43,560 43,751 37,520 41,610 Adult 85,889 89,779 8,524 8,677 9,010 8,737 Teen 18,759 19,320 1,968 2,103 1,683 1,918 Juvenile 259,458 262,306 25,040 25,852 26,827 25,906 Digital Collection 78,277 70,505 8,028 7,119 5,649 6,932 In-House Use Check-ins 48,294 114,655 9,196 9,869 13,112 10,726 Self-Check 199,186 212,113 19,855 20,323 20,547 20,242 Registrations 3,692 3,591 365 314 328 336 Overdues 2,009 1,865 166 208 171 182 Holds/Reserves 22,883 21,646 2,135 2,237 2,265 2,212 TECHNICAL SERVICES Materials cataloged 9,063 8,205 1,177 1,084 1,317 1,193 Materials discarded 7,787 10,128 989 673 882 848 Interlibrary loan (ILL) 206 414 31 13 27 24 Bindery 0 146 0 0 78 26 Serials Processed 913 3,677 85 117 416 206 Program & Collection Development ADULT SERVICES Reference questions 28,360 24,351 3,263 2,268 2,915 2,815 Total Reference 12,743 13,642 1,424 1,117 1,584 1,375 Total Other 15,617 12,922 1,839 1,151 1,331 1,440 Adult Programs 80 78 9 7 8 8 Participants 1,669 1,335 548 330 376 418 Teen Programs 11 120 1 14 1 5 Participants 599 5,095 8 430 3 147 Teen Zone 121 108 14 14 14 14 Participants 5,628 4,693 517 430 330 426 24/7 Reference email 1,847 881 259 100 6 122 CHILDREN'S SERVICES Reference questions 24,453 24,412 2,746 2,437 2,717 2,633 Total Reference 13,895 15,166 1,645 1,389 1,473 1,502 Total Other 10,498 9,246 1,101 1,048 124 758 School Age Programs 76 75 12 8 16 12 Participants 3,076 2,789 273 181 259 238 Storytime/Class Visits/Scouts 116 119 12 13 10 12 Participants 5,336 5,867 687 679 543 636 Administration STATISTICS Volunteer Hours 8,618 7,046 954 723 144 607 Website Visits 46,195 43,321 5,085 5,100 4,000 4,728 Other Service Point Questions 11,947 13,197 1,212 1,501 1,524 1,412 English Conversation Class 27 27 3 3 4 3 Participants 700 623 67 86 92 82 0 REVENUES 0 Fines & Fees 25,498.95$ 26,524.41$ 2,713.45$ 2,904.90$ 2,574.69$ 2,731.01$ Auditorium 4,549.00$ 6,075.00$ 1,470.00$ 1,600.00$ 2,125.00$ 1,731.67$ Lost books 6,235.73$ 5,569.89$ 507.44$ 659.91$ 558.28$ 575.21$ Gifts & grants 35,448.56$ 9,227.40$ 100.00$ -$ 1,500.00$ 533.33$ Passport Services 59,165.00$ 53,341.40$ 4,845.00$ 7,590.00$ 5,120.00$ 5,851.67$ Total 130,897.24$ 100,738.10$ 9,635.89$ 12,754.81$ 11,877.97$ 11,422.89$ Arcadia Public Library Monthly Statistical Report Fiscal Year 2025-2026 April 2026 ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY MONTHLY REPORT – April 2026 HIGHLIGHTS and SERVICES In celebration of National Library Week, Children’s Services hosted a Super Reader Party for 75 participants, complete with a superhero-themed training academy, designing their own cape and mask, navigating a laser maze, creating miniature Groot- inspired plants, and building their own superhero lairs with LEGO bricks. April is also National Volunteer Appreciation Month in which each section within the Library celebrated their volunteers. The City hosted the annual Volunteer, Commissioner, and Board Appreciation Dinner for Board and Commission members as well as those volunteers with 100+ hours. The Friends of the Library held their annual general meeting and highlighted this past year’s accomplishments. It concluded with a delightful string band featuring the Baldy View Brass Quintet. They played a variety of Americana music over the ages in celebration of the upcoming 250th America Celebration. This month, the Friends of the Library Bookstore proudly announced point of sale purchases could now be made with a credit card, providing another option for Bookstore customers. In celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage Month, Japanese Taiko Drumming program introduced children and their families to a rich history and cultural significance of this traditional Japanese art form. The children were invited on stage for a “hands-on” experience to try drumming for themselves! The annual Bookmark Contest for ages 3-14 concluded with 140 entries. The theme was “Oceans of Possibilities”. April Activity Visitors: 31,952 Holds Processed: 2,135 Physical Items Checked Out: 35,532 eBooks/Audiobooks/Magazines Downloaded/Streaming: 7,841 Programs/Attendance: 51 | 2,100 Passports Issued/Photos Issued/Questions Answered: 109/60/146 Facebook/Instagram/YouTube Followers:1,802/2,340/236 In celebration of Earth Day, the Library partnered with the City of Arcadia’s Public Works Department to host another very successful Arcadia Goes Green event with 469 participants. The very popular Repair Café had 94 volunteers assisting the public in repairing all sorts of items, from jewelry to taillights, to vacuum cleaners, to crock pots, clothing, and more. There were an assortment of vendors including Waste Management, SGVCOG, Active SGV, Food Ed, and Grow Monrovia to share environmentally friendly programs. The Public Works Department also hosted a mulch giveaway for residents of Arcadia. This family-friendly event featured zero-waste initiatives, educational activities on sustainability, and giveaways designed to promote eco-friendly practices in the community. Account and Shelving Services is the front desk that most patrons interact with to get their first library card, pay for a lost item, check out or return an item or ask a quick question. This month, this section checked out 35,532 items, checked in 25,507 items, and pulled and processed 2,135 holds. Staff answered 104 reference questions and 532 directional questions. There was a total of 272 new library card registrations, of which 32 were new children’s cards, and two teacher loans. There were 302 English applications, 13 Chinese applications, and 50 accounts created online. In addition, there were 24 existing account updates. The busiest day of the week was Monday, April 27 with 1,467 visitors. There were five Auditorium rental inquiries. Wi-Fi and Web Traffic The library served 5,935 unique Wi-Fi users, with 7.8TB data transfers. There were 9,078 visits to the Library Catalog, local web documents, and online database visits from 2,209 unique users. There were 1,307 public computer users, and 1,437 print, scan, fax, and copies. The Information Service Aides regularly helps answer questions from patrons using public computers, print, scan, and fax stations, and this month, answered 325 reference questions and 97 directional questions. The copy/scan/print station is very popular and oftentimes there is a line waiting so the Library will be purchasing a second print station. It will not fax or scan, but it will be a place to quickly pick up print jobs sent by the public computers. Hopefully this will help ease the line for those in need of a quick print. In addition, staff processed 24 3D print jobs for the public. On April 20, the Library’s integrated library system, Koha, was upgraded. No significant issues were reported. Game Zone The Library’s small gaming lab welcomed 23 students this month, providing middle school and high school students with a safe environment to play online games with supervision. Community Connections Community connections provide staff an opportunity to go out into the community and meet various groups as well as promote the Library. Staff attended the Baldwin Stocker PTA’s Annual World Culture Night on April 24. Library staff had a Hawaii bird-themed booth and invited visitors to create their own finger puppets of the native birds. This was a great opportunity to also share the upcoming Summer Reading Program at the Library. Children’s staff also attended Foothill Middle School and presented English Language Resources to 20 parents to better assist their students. The Teen librarian attended Arcadia High School’s PTA meeting, providing an opportunity to share De-Stress Fest and other programming relevant for teens. The Arcadia History Librarian attended the Arcadia Historical Society’s Derby Day annual fundraiser. She also sits on the Arcadia Historical Society Board as secretary. Administration staff attended the Keck USC Palliative and Hospice Care talk for clergy to preview a similar program that will be hosted at the Library in May. It was very informative and a great opportunity to make connections with people that volunteer with the hospital that didn’t know about the library, its location, and services. Iwona E., school librarian at Holly Avenue, organized a display of student artwork for Earth Day at the Arcadia Public Library. Very creative 3D artwork is on display in the Children’s Room, including a giant guitar and a cat, made of recyclable items. PTA Reflections Artwork was installed this month from each of the public schools in Arcadia. This annual event always brings a pop of color to the Library and invites families to the Library that may have not been before. It is also an opportunity to share the many programs and services available, including Summer Reading during the summer. AUSD District representatives visit the Library and select featured pieces for the Superintendent Art Award. COLLECTIONS Collection maintenance is ongoing to maintain accurate, relevant, and popular collections as well as spaced shelving to easily access collections. This month, Account Services shelving staff shifted areas in the Children’s Room to provide better accessibility and flow of collections. The juvenile new book collection was moved to the main walkway where they would have more room and be much more visible. The Wonderbooks, Launchpads, and Playaways were moved to where the DVDs formerly were located. The juvenile graphic novels were moved to where the new books were formerly located. The Adult and Teen Services section weeded Adult Fiction, Teen Fiction, Chinese Non-Fiction, and Adult Non-Fiction 700’s. Ongoing weeding of collections provides the community with timely, accurate, and relevant collections and easier access to materials on the shelves. 1,177 items were cataloged this month. Large shipments of orders are continuing to be received and processed. Ann M. from Account Services is cross-training in Technical Services, assisting with helping to process and get materials out more quickly. Librarian I Robert K. and Principal Librarian Michele K. are working on replacing worn and damaged items in the Teen and Children’s collections. This is something new that Technical Services has offered to assist with for both Adult and Teen and Children’s Services as time allows, refocusing some of the bindery monies towards replacements instead as the cost is cheaper if the item is still available for purchase. Primary weeding and replacement of collections is still the primary responsibility of Adult/Teen and Children’s Services. The MARC records (cataloging records) from Kanopy, CreativeBug, Press Reader, and Linkedin were added to and discarded from the library catalog, totaling 81,267 records. This keeps the catalog accurate, even with eResource collections. There were 14 items added to the Arcadia History collection and seven hours spent on Arcadia history related requests. There was one obituary request. In addition to eResource Novelist K-8 to find your next read, or the Library’s LibGuide Fiction resources, the Children’s Room has created a new booklist “Fiction Bookfinders” for K-8th. This will assist those coming into the Children’s Room looking for book recommendations and want a “self-service” experience. Digital collections continue to be very popular with 6,422 checkouts from OverDrive, also known as Libby. Of the OverDrive checkouts, there were 2,028 audio, 1,580 books, and 1,745 magazines of which 91 were Chinese language and 24 Spanish language items. There were 2,505 views from Kanopy and 676 views from Hoopla, with 63 new patrons and a total of 1,868 registered for this pay-per use service provided by the Library. There were 380 audiobook, 20 Binge Passes, 126 comics, 55 movies, 51 music, and 44 TV checkouts. The Hoopla service has a limit of $1000 per month and once that limit is reached, no more checkouts can occur. The main purpose of Hoopla was to provide an alternative to the dying DVD and music CD media. There were 290 sessions on the Children’s Early Literacy AWE stations and 32 on ABC Mouse. Tumblebooks continue getting used with 187 views. PROGRAMS English Conversation Class Six potential new students inquired about the class and four joined this month. There are now 52 students with an average of 23 students per week. There are 10 tutors and four fill-ins, one coordinator, and all volunteers. This program is made possible by the many volunteer tutors, leaders, and Leo and Lisa who come in early each week to set up the class. Pressed Flower Coaster Program Attendees learned how to make pressed flower coasters. Each participant was given all the necessary supplies to make their own coaster, which they were able to take home. All supplies were provided by the library with 31 attendees. International Film Program The International Film Program screened Antonia’s Line (Netherlands, 1995). The audience enjoyed the film and light refreshments, served by the library with 14 attendees. Financial Literacy Workshop This month we hosted a Financial Literacy Workshop from the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) designed to help community members understand key financial terms, create spending plans, and avoid financial scams with 8 attendees. Smart Squad: Ongoing (Saturdays) Each week Smart Squad volunteers help support the library’s digital literacy goals through computer and mobile device assistance. Patrons continually inquire about the program and new patrons are assisted weekly with 21 patrons taking advantage this month. Bookish: Book Discussion The morning book discussion group, Bookish, had lively discussion of Rejection by Tony Tulathimutte - a collection of interconnected, satirical short stories exploring modern alienation and identity through characters navigating rejection in the digital age with 5 attendees. Digital Webcomic Workshop High schoolers joined us in the Memory Lab for a workshop on creating and publishing their own webcomics. Our Teen Librarian led the workshop using our iPads and received assistance from our TAG volunteers. (8 attendees) Teen Zone had 517 teens take advantage of this after-school program where teens gather to chat, eat, and socialize with their friends inside the Cay Mortenson Auditorium. Teen Zone is open after school Monday through Thursday between 3:30 and 6pm. In anticipation of America’s 250th Anniversary, Children’s Services hosted a Dear America Diaries Workshop with 10 participants. Children decorated their own diaries and explored historical perspectives by writing entries that compared daily life in the past with the present. The Kids Create: Rubik’s Cube program had 14 participants in which teen Aaron C. presented the history of the puzzle and guided participants through solving techniques with a hands-on presentation. Early Literacy, Class Visits, and Outreach There was one class visit from Dana Middle School, with 16 participants that enjoyed a garden- themed program and created their own mini-gardens using recycled materials. Staff visited 3rd graders at Baldwin Stocker Elementary School sharing National Library Week and National Poetry Month through poetry to 106 students. The students created their own poetry that they could carry in their pockets on April 30. Storytimes (3 weeks) There were three Seedling and Blooms storytimes and two Sprout storytimes with a total of 415 in attendance (parents and children). Storytimes took a break from February 23 through March 17 which is non-traditional. Usually storytimes run from January – March and mid-March -May. There was one English/Mandarin storytime with 37 in attendance, which continues to grow in popularity. This month, the focus was on farm animals. Families enjoyed exploring new bilingual songs using the Storytime Cube. As part of the annual Arcadia Goes Green, Children’s staff host a storytime corner. This year, 24 participants listened to stories and 27 participated in Nature Bingo. Book Buddies, a long-standing partnership between the Arcadia Public Library and the Arcadia Assistance League’s Assisteens, hosted two Reading Buddy sessions with 15 children being read aloud to by their older “buddy”. This program is for elementary aged children just starting to read and to encourage the love of reading by being read aloud to by an older student. Ten To Try Spring Reading Program concluded on April 25. Children were challenged to complete 10 activity badges tied to America’s 250th Celebration. There were 226 children registered, with 38 that completed the reading program. In total, 45 books were distributed. The program included at least one participant from each of the AUSD schools. The Middle School Advisory Group (8) met to discuss the Jeopardy program and on April 29 and had 11 middle school participants compete in the trivia game. Winners earned small prizes. There is an eNewsletter for Middle Schoolers with 60 subscribers. STAFF AND TRAINING One of the department’s continuing goals has been to provide staff training and new experiences through cross-training and to develop a more robust and highly trained team. The Principal Children’s Librarian attended the First 5 LA Stronger Start Webinar to learn about the resources for early learners and parents/caregivers. The Principal Adult and Teen Librarian and Director attended a Mental Illness short course: High Risk and Low Risk Situations. The Principal Adult and Teen Librarian also attended a training on How to Use LinkedIn Learning as the library now offers this new service. In Cataloging and Acquisitions, Cataloger Robert K. is cross-training in Adult and Teen Services by weeding and replacing worn and damaged materials in the Teen Manga collection. Mariella and Yvonne cross-train for one hour each in Children’s Services, and Amanda cross-trains in Adult and Teen Services for one hour. Ann M. is also cross-training in Cataloging and Acquisitions. The Library Aides continue making progress in their roles with two Aides rotating into Account Services front desk, providing additional customer service. The goal of cross-training is to maximize customer experiences at the Library with a more knowledgeable staff and to provide staff with new learning experiences as well. OTHER HIGHLIGHTS The City Council approved a new indoor memorial wall to be created to honor past Arcadians such as past Mayors, Commissioners, or residents that significantly contributed to the community. The Library will be responsible for getting bids and proposals and getting the memorial wall installed as well as its upkeep in the future. It will also be responsible for keeping up the QR code that will be installed on the wall site, which will provide a list of the people featured on the wall and additional information about each person. The request for proposal was posted with bids and proposals were due in mid-April. Unfortunately, no bids were received. FRIENDS, FUNDING, AND GRANTS The Friends of the Library will be generously gifting the Library $50,000 in June. This will assist with Summer Reading Programs, performers, services, and equipment specifically for the public. This funding is a result of memberships, book sales in the Friends Book Store, periodic book sales, and eBay sales, all done by Friends volunteers that dedicate their time to this meaningful cause. The Library also received the EmPowering Access: Health, Legal, Education, and Virtual Connection in California Libraries grant from the California State Library and Southern California Library Cooperative (SCLC). Last month we reported we will be receiving a new ADA accessible privacy booth, and this month, we learned unofficially, we will be receiving two new sewing machines. “The project allows Californians new ways to access information at libraries and learn new skills”. In addition, the Library received First Partner’s Book Club books in celebration of America’s 250 Celebration for the Children’s Room. The California State Parks Pass provides free parking at California State Parks and is available for free for checkout at the Library. These programs (along with past Backpack and Telescope Library of Things) are funded in whole or part by the State of California, administered by the California State Library to strengthen resource- sharing and access to information, services, and opportunity with an emphasis on local community strengths and challenges. FACILITY AND GROUNDS The upgraded security door panels were installed this month and all staff have been trained. This completes our security upgrade for the Library. There is still variation in temperature within the building. Once the cooling tower replacement is completed in early June, temperature control will resume. The Bosendorfer piano, handmade in Vienna and shipped new to the Arcadia Public Library in 1965 in memory of the daughter of a prominent Arcadia family, was restored with new hammerheads and thorough cleaning and polishing. VOLUNTEERS The Children’s Room annual teen volunteer recruitment for summer concluded on April 4 with interviews planned for May, with 90 applicants. The Middle School Advisory Group met and planned their Jeopardy Game Day, which was held on April 29 with 11 participants. Adult and Teen Services had 189 volunteer hours to assist with pulling books, assisting with library displays, monitoring Teen Zone, working in the Community Memory Lab, and assisting patrons during Smart Squad. ### Department Account Current Budget YTD Remaining Budget 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 570,800.00 339,048.08 231,751.92 4015 4015 - ALLOWANCES 1,000.00 553.80 446.20 4017 4017 - TAXABLE LIFE/AUTO 2,648.06 -2,648.06 4021 4021 - LONGEVITY PAY 17,100.00 7,615.35 9,484.65 4030 4030 - PART-TIME PERS ONLY 3,939.32 -3,939.32 4032 4032 - PART-TIME NON-PERS 28,500.00 13,851.00 14,649.00 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 155,600.00 94,913.95 60,686.05 4242 4242 - NON-PERSABLE COMPENSATION 6,100.00 5,641.07 458.93 4244 4244 - MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE 60,300.00 31,256.57 29,043.43 4245 4245 - LONG TERM DISABILITY 400.00 144.15 255.85 4247 4247 - LIFE INSURANCE 1,500.00 958.03 541.97 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 8,500.00 5,277.39 3,222.61 4299 4299 - VACANCY RATE -25,100.00 0.00 -25,100.00 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 7,300.00 4,475.32 2,824.68 5115 5115 - PROGRAM EXPENSES 8,600.00 6,794.52 1,805.48 5125 5125 - PRINT SHOP 8,600.00 2,542.42 5,022.23 5230 5230 - BUILDING AND GROUNDS 29,000.00 10,864.02 18,135.98 6160 6160 - CONTRACT SERVICES 369,100.00 306,070.37 -3,434.58 6210 6210 - TELEPHONE 30,400.00 14,006.98 -5,000.56 6310 6310 - MILEAGE 400.00 7.00 393.00 6505 6505 - GENERAL LIABILITY 112,600.00 56,299.98 56,300.02 6507 6507 - WORKERS' COMPENSATION 62,200.00 31,099.92 31,100.08 6611 6611 - ELECTRIC 213,500.00 140,835.65 72,664.35 6612 6612 - GAS 18,900.00 11,669.68 7,230.32 6614 6614 - WATER 4,500.00 3,043.67 1,456.33 6730 6730 - OFFICE EQUIPMENT 18,100.00 3,514.95 11,880.35 6750 6750 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 2,000.00 814.50 1,185.50 6751 6751 - VEHICLE FUEL USAGE 500.00 33.54 466.46 6752 6752 - VEHICLE 3RD PARTY SVC 900.00 450.00 450.00 6760 6760 - BUILDING REPAIR & MAINT 11,500.00 3,804.00 6,500.00 6930 6930 - MEMBERSHIP & PUBLICATIONS 6,500.00 4,971.00 1,529.00 6940 6940 - OFFICIAL MEETINGS 8,700.00 1,992.31 6,707.69 6960 6960 - EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT 21,300.00 200.00 21,100.00 6970 6970 - TRAINING 12,500.00 1,598.00 10,902.00 6971 6971 - TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 9,200.00 7,555.20 1,644.80 6977 6977 - EMPLOYEE SUPPORT 3,200.00 1,543.93 1,656.07 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 70,400.00 0.00 70,400.00 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 69,500.00 40,713.83 28,786.17 4017 4017 - TAXABLE LIFE/AUTO 129.00 -129.00 4021 4021 - LONGEVITY PAY 1,300.00 375.00 925.00 4030 4030 - PART-TIME PERS ONLY 7,543.32 -7,543.32 4032 4032 - PART-TIME NON-PERS 54,400.00 20,703.23 33,696.77 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 17,700.00 12,422.23 5,277.77 4244 4244 - MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE 6,900.00 4,387.68 2,512.32 4245 4245 - LONG TERM DISABILITY 100.00 37.20 62.80 4247 4247 - LIFE INSURANCE 100.00 91.84 8.16 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 700.00 958.80 -258.80 4299 4299 - VACANCY RATE -2,900.00 0.00 -2,900.00 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,000.00 1,594.56 405.44 6730 6730 - OFFICE EQUIPMENT 5,800.00 1,043.92 4,756.08 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 7,700.00 0.00 7,700.00 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 772.88 -772.88 4030 4030 - PART-TIME PERS ONLY 15,000.00 931.12 14,068.88 4032 4032 - PART-TIME NON-PERS 120,800.00 56,584.96 64,215.04 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 241.28 -241.28 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 837.77 -837.77 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 700.00 512.38 187.62 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 1,500.00 0.00 1,500.00 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 274,100.00 176,789.25 97,310.75 4011 4011 - SPECIALIST PAY 1,000.00 600.00 400.00 4017 4017 - TAXABLE LIFE/AUTO 129.00 -129.00 4018 4018 - RIDE SHARE 0.00 0.00 4021 4021 - LONGEVITY PAY 1,875.98 -1,875.98 4032 4032 - PART-TIME NON-PERS 53,400.00 17,741.33 35,658.67 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 68,900.00 46,440.05 22,459.95 4242 4242 - NON-PERSABLE COMPENSATION 13.99 -13.99 4244 4244 - MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE 51,900.00 38,896.33 13,003.67 5601 - LIBRARY-ADMIN 5602 - INFORMATION SYSTEMS 5603 - SHELVING MANAGEMENT 5604 - LIBRARY-ACCOUNT SERVICES Budget vs Actuals By Department City Of Arcadia, CA 4245 4245 - LONG TERM DISABILITY 500.00 190.65 309.35 4247 4247 - LIFE INSURANCE 300.00 470.68 -170.68 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 4,000.00 2,972.01 1,027.99 4299 4299 - VACANCY RATE -12,400.00 0.00 -12,400.00 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 6,400.00 5,449.87 950.13 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 31,500.00 0.00 31,500.00 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 334,500.00 192,213.91 142,286.09 4011 4011 - SPECIALIST PAY 1,000.00 600.00 400.00 4017 4017 - TAXABLE LIFE/AUTO 129.75 -129.75 4018 4018 - RIDE SHARE 52.25 -52.25 4021 4021 - LONGEVITY PAY 2,000.00 1,140.00 860.00 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 84,600.00 50,698.41 33,901.59 4244 4244 - MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE 70,700.00 39,619.27 31,080.73 4245 4245 - LONG TERM DISABILITY 500.00 148.80 351.20 4247 4247 - LIFE INSURANCE 300.00 367.36 -67.36 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 4,900.00 2,797.31 2,102.69 4299 4299 - VACANCY RATE -14,600.00 0.00 -14,600.00 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,500.00 1,974.94 525.06 5115 5115 - PROGRAM EXPENSES 3,600.00 2,128.25 1,471.75 6922 6922 - LIBRARY MATERIALS 68,000.00 56,876.13 11,123.87 6923 6923 - ELECTRONIC RESOURCES 28,300.00 21,368.42 6,931.58 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 26,800.00 0.00 26,800.00 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 376,700.00 160,513.57 216,186.43 4013 4013 - VACATION PAY OFF 0.00 0.00 4014 4014 - VACATION SELL BACK 1,300.00 179.21 1,120.79 4017 4017 - TAXABLE LIFE/AUTO 586.05 -586.05 4018 4018 - RIDE SHARE 88.00 -88.00 4021 4021 - LONGEVITY PAY 17,900.00 6,061.32 11,838.68 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 105,700.00 45,579.16 60,120.84 4244 4244 - MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE 55,800.00 27,148.25 28,651.75 4245 4245 - LONG TERM DISABILITY 500.00 153.45 346.55 4247 4247 - LIFE INSURANCE 300.00 378.84 -78.84 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 5,700.00 2,616.59 3,083.41 4299 4299 - VACANCY RATE -16,900.00 0.00 -16,900.00 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 19,800.00 12,514.26 7,285.74 6921 6921 - BIBLIOGRAPHIC UTILITIES 32,500.00 31,166.76 -1,495.00 6922 6922 - LIBRARY MATERIALS 10,000.00 5,423.33 4,576.67 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 46,400.00 0.00 46,400.00 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 420,000.00 238,474.29 181,525.71 4017 4017 - TAXABLE LIFE/AUTO 414.00 -414.00 4021 4021 - LONGEVITY PAY 6,000.00 3,461.55 2,538.45 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 109,100.00 63,786.74 45,313.26 4244 4244 - MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE 49,700.00 31,917.68 17,782.32 4245 4245 - LONG TERM DISABILITY 500.00 186.00 314.00 4247 4247 - LIFE INSURANCE 300.00 459.20 -159.20 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 6,200.00 3,522.13 2,677.87 4299 4299 - VACANCY RATE -18,200.00 0.00 -18,200.00 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 3,300.00 2,105.21 1,194.79 5115 5115 - PROGRAM EXPENSES 3,000.00 1,917.34 1,082.66 6922 6922 - LIBRARY MATERIALS 159,000.00 120,468.12 38,531.88 6923 6923 - ELECTRONIC RESOURCES 121,400.00 93,829.08 26,651.92 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 45,700.00 0.00 45,700.00 4010 4010 - REGULAR EMPLOYEES 468.69 -468.69 4030 4030 - PART-TIME PERS ONLY 17,200.00 11,462.50 5,737.50 4032 4032 - PART-TIME NON-PERS 30,600.00 12,803.86 17,796.14 4241 4241 - P.E.R.S 2,953.55 -2,953.55 4250 4250 - FICA/HOSPITAL INSURANCE 358.68 -358.68 5110 5110 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 13,000.00 1,654.26 11,345.74 7811 7811 - POB CONTRIBUTIONS 2,300.00 0.00 2,300.00 5604 - LIBRARY-ACCOUNT SERVICES 5605 - LIBRARY-CHILDREN 5607 - LIBRARY-TECHNICAL 5608 - LIBRARY-ADULT 5640 - PASSPORT PROCESSING *Registration Required Adult & Teen Services Calendar of Events June 2026 MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 2 3 8 19 26 9 1615 17 25232224 20 27 Smart Squad Teen Central 10AM–12PM Smart Squad Teen Central 10AM–12PM Smart Squad Teen Central 10AM–12PM InternationalFilm ProgramAuditorium6PM 10 18 Smart Squad Teen Central 10AM–12PM BookishBook DiscussionLibrary ConferenceRoom10 AM 3029 4 651 11 12 13 Teen ZoneAuditorium12-3PM Teen ZoneAuditorium12-3PM Walking BookClubLibrary Entrance9:15AM MangaBook Talk*Library ConferenceRoom2-3PM Walking BookClubLibrary Entrance9:15AM Photo Release: All participants in Library programs, events, & classes may be photographed or videotaped for Library promotional purposes. Notify Library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Teen ZoneAuditorium12-3PM SAPLRegistrationBegins*Beanstack Felt FishKeychainsAuditorium7-8PM QuiltedBookmarksAuditorium7-8PM 250 AnniversaryBook DiscussionLibrary ConferenceRoom10AM International Film Program:In the Mood for Love (Hong Kong & France, 2000)Wednesday, June 17 at 6PMCay Mortenson Auditorium Join us for a movie, snacks provided!Synopsis: In 1962, two friends realize theirrespective partners are cheating on them andbegin to fall for one another; however neitherwants to stoop to the level of the unfaithfulspouses. Adults only. No registrationrequired. Smart SquadSaturdays from 10AM - 12PM Teen Central You have technology questions, we have answers! Get technology assistance & device help at the Library. No registration required. Summer at theArcadia Public Library for AdultsMonday, June 1 - Saturday, July 25Beanstack Earn a badge for every 120 minutes read and earn tickets to enter our grand prize drawing! Attend programs to earn extra tickets! The last day to log your minutes read is 7/25. Winners will be contacted the week of 7/27. Prizes must be claimed in person by 8/31 with photo ID. Register & log: ArcadiaCA.Beanstack.org. Quilted BookmarksThursday, June 25, 7 - 8PMCay Mortenson Auditorium Create your very own quilted bookmark! All supplies provided. Available while supplies last. Adults only. No registration required. Bookish: Book DiscussionBlue Ruin by Hari KunzruTuesday, June 23 at 10AMLibrary Conference Room Join us for a fun and lively discussion!Synopsis: A former artist, now a strugglingdelivery driver, unexpectedly confronts hisformer lover and best friend during a grocerydrop-off at their isolated compound during theCOVID-19 Pandemic. No registrationrequired. Manga Book TalkFriday, June 26, 2-3PMLibrary Conference Room Register for our teen Manga Book Talk andscavenger hunt, and receive a free copy ofThe Summer Hikaru Died, Volume 1 byMomokuren. Bring your book to thediscussion and receive an extra tickettowards the Summer Reading Grand Prize drawing. Registration required. Adult & Teen Services Calendar of Events June 2026 TN Walking Book ClubSaturday, June 6 & June 20 at 9:15AMMeet at Library Entrance Go on a walk & talk about your current reads.Walk a one mile loop starting & ending at theLibrary. Adults only. Signed liability waiverrequired for participation. Adult Craft CornerFelt Fish Keychains Thursday, June 11, 7-8PMCay Mortenson Auditorium Make felt fish keychains! All supplies provided.Available while supplies last. Adults only. Noregistration required. FOLLOW US ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 20 West Duarte Road Arcadia, CA 91006 (626)821-5569 www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library 18+ADULTS ONLY=TN =HIGH SCHOOL GRADES 9-12 Summer at theArcadia Public Library for TeensMonday, June 1 - Saturday, July 25Beanstack Teens grades 9-12, dive into your Summerreading adventure! Read any book, manga, orgraphic novel to earn badges, and attend teenprograms to up your chance at winning theSummer Reading Grand Prize! Register & log:ArcadiaCA.Beanstack.org. 250 Anniversary Book DiscussionSaturday, June 27, 10AMLibrary Conference Room To celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, we have a special book discussion of David McCullough’s 1776 - an engrossing history covering the pivotal first year of the American Revolution. Check out the book at the library or get an ebook or audiobook on Libby. No registration required. TN 18+ 18+ 18+ 18+ 18+18+ 18+ 18+ Participants in Library programs may be photographed or recorded for promotional purposes. Notify Library staff if you prefer not to be photographed or recorded. ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 20 West Duarte Road Arcadia, CA 91006 (626)821-5569 www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library R E G I S T E R & L O G :R E G I S T E R & L O G : A r c a d i a C A .B e a n s t a c k .o r gArcadiaCA.B e a n s t a c k .o r g R E G I S T E R & L O G : A r c a d i a C A .B e a n s t a c k .o r g OCEAN OFOCEAN OFPOSSIBILITIESPOSSIBILITIES OCEAN OFPOSSIBILITIES Summer at Arcadia Public LibrarySummer at Arcadia Public Library JUNE 1 - JULY 25, 2026JUNE 1 - JULY 25, 2026JUNE 1 - JULY 25, 2026 E a r n a b a d g e f o r e v e r y 1 2 0 m i n u t e s r e a d a n d e a r n t i c k e t s t o e n t e r o u r g r a n d p r i z e d r a w i n g ! A t t e n d p r o g r a m s t o e a r n e x t r a t i c k e t s ! E a r n a b a d g e f o r e v e r y 1 2 0 m i n u t e s r e a d a n d e a r n t i c k e t s t o e n t e r o u r g r a n d p r i z e d r a w i n g ! A t t e n d p r o g r a m s t o e a r n e x t r a t i c k e t s ! T h e l a st d a y to l o g y o u r m in u t e s r e a d i s 7 /2 5 a n d w in n ers w i l l b e con t a c t e d th e w ee k o f 7 /2 7 . P r i z e s m us t b e c la i m e d i n pe r s o n b y 8 /31 w i t h p h o t o ID. T h e l a st d a y to l o g y o u r m in u t e s r e a d i s 7 /2 5 a n d w in n ers w i l l b e con t a c t e d th e w ee k o f 7 /2 7 . P r i z e s m us t b e c la i m e d i n pe r s o n b y 8 /31 w i t h p h o t o ID. For AdultsFor Adults scan the QR code to download Beanstack!scan the QR code to download Beanstack!scan the QR code to download Beanstack! GRAND PRIZESGRAND PRIZESGRAND PRIZES 2 Aquarium of the Pacific tickets 2 Aquarium of the Pacific tickets CD PlayerCD Player Tiny Bookstore Tiny Bookstore FOLLOW US Participants in Library programs may be photographed or recorded for promotional purposes. Notify Library staff if you prefer not to be photographed or recorded. ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 20 West Duarte Road Arcadia, CA 91006 (626)821-5569 www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library FOLLOW US Summer at Arcadia Public LibrarySummer at Arcadia Public Library FELT FISHFELT FISHKEYCHAINSKEYCHAINS FELT FISHKEYCHAINS Make felt fish keychains! THURSDAY, JUNE 11 AT 7PM CAY MORTENSON AUDITORIUM THURSDAY, JUNE 11 AT 7PM CAY MORTENSON AUDITORIUM CUSTOMIZABLECUSTOMIZABLEAPRONSAPRONS CUSTOMIZABLEAPRONS Customize your very own apron! THURSDAY, JULY 16 AT 7PM CAY MORTENSON AUDITORIUM THURSDAY, JULY 16 AT 7PM CAY MORTENSON AUDITORIUM WALKINGWALKINGBOOK CLUBBOOK CLUB WALKINGBOOK CLUB Go on a walk & talk about your current reads. Walk a one mile loop starting & ending at the Library. Signed liability waiver required for participation. SATURDAYS AT 9:15AM JUNE 6 & JUNE 20 JULY 11 & JULY 25 MEET AT THE LIBRARY ENTRANCE. SATURDAYS AT 9:15AM JUNE 6 & JUNE 20 JULY 11 & JULY 25 MEET AT THE LIBRARY ENTRANCE. ADULTS ONLY.No registration required. Available while supplies last. ADULTS ONLY.No registration required. Available while supplies last. Available to all our patrons on LinkedIn Learning: Start learning today! Learn new and in-demand skills on LinkedIn Learning • • • 16,000+ online courses in 7 different languages Courses led by expert instructors with real-world experience 60+ new courses added each week • Interviewing • Resume Writing • Personal Branding • Excel • Python • Computer Literacy • Cloud Computing • DevOps Data Science • Time Management • Project Management • Emotional Intelligence • Communication • Critical Thinking • Strategic Thinking • Leadership Learn Job-Seeking SkillsIn-Demand Hard SkillsIn-Demand Soft Skills • Digital Marketing • Photography • Videography • 3D & Animation • CAD FOLLOW US 20 W Duarte Rd | Arcadia, CA 9 1006 (626) 821-5569 | www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY www.linkedin.com/learning-login/go/arcadialibrary Participants in Library programs may be photographed or recorded for promotional purposes. Notify Library staff if you prefer not to be photographed or recorded. ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 20 West Duarte Road Arcadia, CA 91006 (626)821-5569 www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library FOLLOW US Arcadia Library Presents For High school students Friday June 26, 20262:00-3:00 PMLibrary Conference Room MM aa nn gg aa BBooookk TTaallkkManga Book Talk Register for our teen Manga book Talk and scavenger hunt, and a recieve a free copy of “The Summer Hikaru Died” volume 1 by Momokuren. Please bring your book to the discussion. Attendees recieve an extra ticket toward the Summer Reading Prize virtual drawing. SUMMER MUST-READ LISTS All participants in Library programs may be photographed or videotaped for Library promotionalpurposes. Notify Library staff if you prefer not to be photographed or videotaped. ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 20 West Duarte Road Arcadia, CA 91006 626-821-5566 www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library FOLLOW US A W H A L E O F A G O O D T I M E J U N E 1 - J U L Y 2 5 , 2 0 2 6 S i g n u p a t b e a n s t a c k .a r c a d i a C A .g o v M o r e D e t a i l s o n B a c k THANK YOU TO THE FRIENDS OF THE ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY AND THE ARCADIA CHINESE ASSOCIATION FOR SUMMER FUNDING SUPPORT! Need some fin-tastic summer reading recommendations? Check out our curated booklists by age group at tinyurl.com/SAPL2026Reading or scan the QR code. Printed bookmarks with select titles will be available for pickup in the Jerry Broadwell Children’s Room beginning on Monday, June 1. J E R R Y B R O A D W E L L C H I L D R E N ’S R O O M S U M M E R A T A R C A D I A P U B L I C L I B R A R Y 2 0 2 6 ONLINE READING PROGRAM Beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, kids (infants to 5th grade) and youth (entering 6th to 8th grades) may register online at arcadiaCA.beanstack.org or by scanning the QR code on the front of this brochure. Visit the Arcadia Public Library and check out some whale-y good books! Read and log your reading minutes online using Beanstack. You will earn one virtual point for every 60 minutes logged (up to 720 minutes for a total of 12 points). For readers who want to dive deeper, every 60 minutes read beyond 720 minutes (and up to 1080 minutes) will earn you one virtual grand prize ticket (for a total of up to 6 grand prize tickets) that can be used for entry into some claw-some grand prize drawings of your choosing. Stop by the Jerry Broadwell Children’s Room beginning Monday, June 8, 2026 to report and redeem your earned points for reading reward(s) of choice. Rewards available while supplies last. All active readers will be randomly entered into a weekly drawing for some turtley awesome book giveaways! Important Dates Monday, June 1, 2026 • Online registration begins. Monday, June 8 • First day to report and claim earned points/reward(s). Saturday, July 18 • Last day to register for the program. Saturday, July 25 at 5:30pm • All logging must be completed and earned points/reward(s) claimed. No exceptions will be made. Week of July 27 • Grand prize winners will be notified via e-mail. LIBRARY HOURS Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY ONLINE READING PROGRAM REGISTRATION BEGINS (Details on Back) BLACK = IMPORTANT DATES TEAL = PERFORMANCES All Performances will be held in the Cay Mortenson Auditorium unless noted otherwise. CORAL = EARLY LEARNERS All Early Learner Programs will be held in the Imagination Theater. GREEN = SCHOOL-AGED AND FAMILY PROGRAMS Little Sea Star Readers will be held in the Imagination Theater. All other School-Aged and Family Programs will be held in the Cay Mortenson Auditorium. DARK PINK = YOUTH PROGRAMS (GRADES 6-8) All Youth Programs will be held in the Imagination Theater. BLUE = AMERICA 250 CELEBRATION All America 250 Celebrations will be held in the Cay Mortenson Auditorium. SUMMER READING KICKOFF 11:00 - 2:00PM Performances by David Cousin 11:00 OR 1:00pm FIRST DAY TO REPORT AND CLAIM REWARDS Little Sea Star Readers Ages 6-8 years 3:30pm Pajama Storytime All Ages 7:00pm Seedlings Storytime Ages 4-23 months 10:30am Stars, Stripes, & Style Ages 3-14 years 2:30pm Blooms Storytime Ages 4-7 years 6:30pm Sprouts Storytime Ages 24-47 months 10:30am Fishing for Victory 6:30pm For detailed program descriptions, please visit tinyurl.com/SAPL2026APL or scan the QR code. Little Sea Star Readers Ages 6-8 years 3:30pm Music with Iwalani Ages 3-14 6:30pm West Lawn (bring comfortable seating) Seedlings Storytime Ages 4-23 months 10:30am Roundhouse Aquarium: Ocean Discovery Ages 5-12 years 2:30pm Blooms Storytime Ages 4-7 years 6:30pm Sprouts Storytime Ages 24-47 months 10:30am Dive into a Challenge 3:30pm Ocean Art Lab Ages 5-12 years 2:30pm English/Mandarin Bilingual Storytime Ages 3-5 years 6:30pm Ocean Explorers Ages 5-14 years 2:30pm Little Sea Star Readers Ages 6-8 years 3:30pm Pajama Storytime All Ages 7:00pm Seedlings Storytime Ages 4-23 months 10:30am Blooms Storytime Ages 4-7 years 6:30pm Sprouts Storytime Ages 24-47 months 10:30am Fireworks Salt Painting Ages 3-14 years 2:30pm LIBRARY CLOSED FOR FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY Little Sea Star Readers Ages 6-8 years 3:30pm Pajama Storytime All Ages 7:00pm Seedlings Storytime Ages 4-23 months 10:30am Blooms Storytime Ages 4-7 years 6:30pm Sprouts Storytime Ages 24-47 months 10:30am Dive into a Challenge 3:30pm Fishing for Victory 6:30pm Bubbles Galore Ages 3-14 2:30pm OR 4:00pm Little Sea Star Readers Ages 6-8 years 3:30pm Pajama Storytime All Ages 7:00pm Seedlings Storytime Ages 4-23 months 10:30am Blooms Storytime Ages 4-7 years 6:30pm Sprouts Storytime Ages 24-47 months 10:30am Making It: Ocean Collage Art 3:30pm Ocean Art Lab Ages 5-12 years 2:30pm LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR THE ONLINE READING PROGRAM Ocean Explorers Ages 5-14 years 2:30pm Little Sea Star Readers Ages 6-8 years 3:30pm Pajama Storytime All Ages 7:00pm Seedlings Storytime Ages 4-23 months 10:30am Blooms Storytime Ages 4-7 years 6:30pm Sprouts Storytime Ages 24-47 months 10:30am Booking Together: Make a Little Wave 3:30pm English/Mandarin Bilingual Storytime Ages 3-5 6:30pm LAST DAY TO REPORT AND CLAIM REWARDS FOR THE ONLINE READING PROGRAM Library Safari Ages 3-14 years 2:30pm OR 4:00pm GRAND PRIZE WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA EMAIL THE WEEK OF JULY 27 - AUGUST 1 Register for the online reading program at arcadiaCA.beanstack.org or scan the QR code. 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ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 20 West Duarte Road Arcadia, CA 91006 626-821-5566 www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library FOLLOW US BLOOMS STORYTIME Tuesdays, June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, & 21 Ages 4 – 7 Years Join us for a 45 minute structured program full of fun stories and educational activities. 6:30 pm S T O R Y T I M E S C H E D U L E 10:30 am SEEDLINGS STORYTIME Tuesdays, June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, & 21 Ages 4 – 23 Months A 15-20 minute interactive storytime of stories, songs, fingerplays, and other learning activities perfect for babies and their caregivers. 10:30 am SPROUTS STORYTIME Wednesdays, June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, & 22 Ages 24 - 47 Months With favorite stories, songs, crafts, puppet play, and more, this 30-40-minute storytime is just right for todders. 6:30 pm BILINGUAL ENGLISH/MANDARIN STORYTIME Thursdays, June 25 & July 23 Ages 3 – 5 Years A bilingual storytime with stories, songs, and activities in Mandarin and English. 7:00 pm PAJAMA STORYTIME Mondays, June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, & 20 For All Ages A 30-minute family storytime perfect for the end of the day. Bring your stuffies and blankets, and get cozy with bedtime read-alouds, quiet songs, and a take-home craft. A R C A D I A P U B L I C L I B R A R Y – J E R R Y B R O A D W E L L C H I L D R E N ’S R O O M SUMMER 2026 JOIN US FOR FUN SUMMERJOIN US FOR FUN SUMMER PERFORMANCES!PERFORMANCES! JOIN US FOR FUN SUMMER PERFORMANCES! JOIN US FOR FUN SUMMERJOIN US FOR FUN SUMMER PERFORMANCES!PERFORMANCES! JOIN US FOR FUN SUMMER PERFORMANCES! Music with IwalaniMonday, June 22 at 6:30 pmFor Ages 3 to 14 yearsCay Mortenson Auditorium Summer Reading Kickoff with David Cousin Saturday, June 13 at 11:00am OR 1:00pm For All Ages Cay Mortenson Auditorium All participants in Library programs may be photographed or videotaped for Library promotional purposes.Notify Library staff if you prefer not to be photographed or videotaped. ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 20 West Duarte Road Arcadia, CA 91006 626-821-5566 www.ArcadiaCA.gov/library FOLLOW US Roundhouse Aquarium: Ocean DiscoveryTuesday, June 23at 2:30pm Ages 5 to 12 years Cay Mortenson Auditorium Bubbles GaloreSaturday, July 11 at 2:30pm OR 4:00pmFor Ages 3 to 14 years Cay Mortenson Auditorium Summer at Arcadia Public Library 2026Summer at Arcadia Public Library 2026Summer at Arcadia Public Library 2026 Library Safari Saturday, July 25 at 2:30pm OR 4:00pm For Ages 3 to 14 years Cay Mortenson Auditorium THE “OLD” LIBRARY I f y o u ’r e i n t e r e s t e d i n A r c a d i a ’s r i c h h i s t o r y , v i s i t e i t h e r t h e A r c a d i a H i s t o r y R o o m a t t h e A r c a d i a P u b l i c L i b r a r y o r t h e G i l b M u s e u m o f A r c a d i a H e r i t a g e . T h e A r c a d i a H i s t o r y R o o m i s s h o w n b y a p p o i n t m e n t o n l y . 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ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Thursday, April 16, 2026 CALL TO ORDER: Chair Hsiuchen Chen called the meeting to order at 4:31 p.m. in the Library’s Conference Room. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Director Bradley ROLL CALL: Chair Hsiuchen Chen, Chair Pro-Tempore Miriam Carter, Trustees Barbara Ansell, Barbara Delphey, Connie Liao; Director of Library & Museum Services Darlene Bradley; Library Services Manager Samantha Alba ABSENT: None SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS: Monthly Report, and Hospice vs. Palliative Care flyer. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No public comment. REPORTS FROM LIBRARY TRUSTEES / LIAISONS: Councilmember Fu reported that the City is experiencing additional personnel changes, noting that Police Chief Nakamura will retire on July 31. He wished both Chief Nakamura and Director Bradley well wishes. He also announced the promotion of Lisa Flores to Director of Development Services and congratulated her on her new role. CLOSED SESSION: The closed session concluded at 5:23pm and there was no reportable action. REPORTS FROM THE DIRECTOR Announcements / Statements / Future Agenda Items Director’s Update: Director Bradley reported that administrative staff met with the City Manager to review the Library’s preliminary operating budget. She noted that this is the first step in the process, with a Capital Improvement meeting scheduled for the following week, followed by a budget study session with City Council. Monthly Statistical Report: February 2026: Director Bradley reported that some of the statistics are lower. She noted that 17 staff members have been with the Library for less than five years. A discussion followed regarding recommendations to increase numbers moving forward. Monthly Report Narrative: February 2026: A revised Monthly Report was distributed to the Board. Trustee Delphey inquired about the location of the pillar booth. Director Bradley explained that it will be installed around the corner from Administration, in the alcove currently used for newspapers, and is expected to be delivered by July 1. She also noted that the pillar booth is grant-funded. Trustee Delphey commented that this month’s report included much more statistics in the narrative. Director Bradley explained that her intent was to highlight everything that staff does, including areas that are not always visible or shared, such as library card registrations, auditorium rentals, and Wi-Fi usage. Chair Chen asked about Hoopla, how it works, and whether usage has maxed out. Director Bradley explained that Hoopla is a pay-per-use service and has reached its budgeted amount due to its ease of use and popularity. She added that, over time, Hoopla will serve as the replacement for DVDs and CDs. Chair Chen asked if we would be turning off the access for e-books and audio books on Hoopla. Director Bradley clarified that it will not be turned off but instead usage limits may be adjusted. Chair Chen also inquired whether the memorial wall project would be coming out of the Library’s budget. Director Bradley clarified that the project is funded by City Council and not the Library’s budget. She noted that no bids were received for the project, and it will need to go back out to bid. Trustee Ansell asked about the location of the memorial wall. Director Bradley explained that it will be installed at the City Council Chambers and will include a QR code, which will be overseen by the Library. Financial Report: February 2026: Director Bradley clarified that the negative amount shown under Bibliographic Utilities represents an encumbered amount, meaning that the funds are not fully spent yet. Staff Update: Director Bradley reported that the manager candidate has completed the live-scan process and is scheduled for a physical on April 23 and should start in late May. Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage: Director Bradley reported that the Museum’s Created Equal exhibit will be on display until April 17 and encouraged Board members to visit. She also noted an upcoming Preservation Workshop on photography scheduled for May 9, followed by an Advanced Photography and Digitization Workshop on May 18 at 10 a.m. Additionally, Director Bradley shared that the Pasadena Showcase House is here in Arcadia, which is the Clara Baldwin Stocker house, and invited Board members to attend. Calendar of Activities for Adult and Teen Services: April 2026: One Book, One Coast book discussion is scheduled for May 9. Other upcoming programs include Felt Quilting on May 7 and Destress Fest for Teens on May 26. Calendar of Activities for Children’s Services: April 2026: Director Bradley reported that the PTA art installation will begin on April 17. She also noted that the Using AI Safely and Wisely program for 4th through 8th grade is scheduled for May 15. Children’s Services staff are preparing for the Summer Reading Program. A brief discussion followed regarding bilingual storytime. Flyers/Articles/Posters/Attachments: Materials were reviewed by Board members. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of March 19, 2026 Recommended action: Approve The motion to accept the Minutes of March 19, 2026, as written, was moved by Trustee Ansell, seconded by Chair Pro-Tempore Carter, and carried on a unanimous voice vote. AYES: Chair Chen, Chair Pro-Tempore Carter, Trustees Ansell, Liao NOES: None ABSENT None Trustee Delphey reported on behalf of the Friends of the Library and welcomed Board members to attend the Friends membership meeting on April 25, during which nominations will be taken. She noted that the bookstore sales totaled $1600 last month, and that Square has been installed, allowing the bookstore to now accept credit card payments. eBay sales totaled $2300, and the recent book sale generated $340 over Friday and Saturday sales. Trustee Delphey also announced that the Friends will be giving a $50,000 gift to the Library. Trustee Liao reported that the Arcadia Chinese Association (ACA) will be donating an additional $1000 to the Library to be used towards the purchase of an AWE station. Director Bradley and Chair Chen thanked ACA for their donation. ADJOURNMENT Chair Chen adjourned the meeting at 5:54 p.m. to May 21, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Library, 20 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia. Approved: ______________________________ _______________________________ Hsiuchen Chen, Chair Darlene Bradley, Secretary Minutes prepared by: Samantha Alba