Message From The Chairman
We have had a lot of activity since the May Message.
I am pleased to report Christine Henry and Phil Jenkins prepared and
submitted to the Community Foundation an application for a Duff
McDuff Green grant to cover the costs of a new scanner.
Jon Gerlach has received several options from the City concerning our
lease which is up for renewal in August. The options are being
reviewed. A recommendation will be made to the Board at our July
meeting.
Your Chairman and Vice Chairman will be meeting with our
Collections Manager and Information Technology Manager next week
to explore ways in which the Center may be open to the public three
days a week. Prior to the pandemic, we were open 10-4, 3 days a
week. Currently, the Center is open to the public on Thursday and to
researchers (by appointment) on Saturday. To remain relevant in the
community and fulfill our mission, it is a matter of high priority to
increase the public’s access to the Center.
In line with the above, Roy McAfee is heading up a committee that is
focusing on reintroducing the Center to the Community. They are
proposing that the Center have a manned table at the Farmer’s
Market in the summer. They will encourage visits to the Center and
encourage new memberships. An incentive will be a members-only
tour. This will require printing of new brochures. Stay tuned.
Have a great summer!
Jack A. Apperson, Chairman
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