July 2026 Library Board Meeting Minutes – Glen Carbon Centennial Library

Glen Carbon Centennial Library District

Board Meeting Minutes

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Call to Order: 6:00 PM

Roll Call – Carrie Smith, Anna Marie Bell, Carla Elliff, Cody Jeter

Absent with Notice – Dave Klingensmith, Andrew Kassebaum, Jackie Day

Attending Staff: Christine Gerrish, Kimberly Kosydor

The recognition of visitors and public comment – N/A

Consent Agenda:

Motion made by Carla Elliff and seconded by Anna Marie Bell.

All Ayes. Motion Carried.

Correspondence and Communications –

Two articles were published in the Edwardsville Intelligencer regarding library programming. The Teen Escape Room and Crochet with Amy programs were highlighted.

Treasurer’s Report – Carla Elliff

Motion to approve the June 2026 financials-
- Total Income = $86,369.00
- Total Expenses = $123,501.00

Motion made by Carla Elliff and seconded by Anna Marie Bell.

Roll Call: Yes- Carrie Smith, Anna Marie Bell, Carla Elliff, Cody Jeter.

Motion carried.

Motion made by Carla Elliff and seconded by Anna Marie Bell.

Roll Call: Yes- Carrie Smith, Anna Marie Bell, Carla Elliff, Cody Jeter.

Motion carried.

Finance Committee – Carla Elliff

It was reported that the library has received the Ameren Solar Rebate in the amount of $27, 966.00 which was allocated to Other Grants, but if remains unused, will then be transferred to the Reserve account.
Semiannual Review of Investments
- Library accounts were discussed. The most recent amounts were reported as of 6/30/26. As well as the percentage earned for each account.
- CD’s Discussed-
  - 12 Month
  - 6 Month
    - The current balance of each CD was reported. Along with the current percentages and the renewal percentages. Both CD’s are maturing soon, so it was decided that each of them will be allowed to renew and will remain as 12 Month and 6 Month CD’s.
- A motion was made by Carla Elliff and seconded by Anna Marie Bell to approve the renewal of the 12 Month CD and the 6 Month CD.

Roll Call: Yes- Carla Elliff, Carrie Smith, Cody Jeter, Anna Marie Bell.

Motion carried.

Personnel Committee – Cody Jeter

The cataloguer on staff was recently terminated due to documented ongoing performance issues. Cataloguer duties will be temporarily taken over by the Director with assistance from all staff members with barcoding permissions. The Cataloguer job description will be re-evaluated and an updated version will be presented for approval at the August Board meeting.
Two employees, Chrissy and Claire are reaching their six year work anniversaries soon which will grant them an extra week of vacation.

Building Committee – Christine Gerrish in lieu of Jackie Day

Exterior Refresh Project Update
- The Refresh Project is officially complete and has been paid in full within the last Fiscal Year.
There was a plumbing issue that has been resolved.
Kane Mechanical came to assess the Community Room AC Unit due to the AC going out recently. A quote for the repairs is pending the arrival of the parts needed.

Unfinished Business –

New Business –

Purchase Office Chair Replacements
- It was proposed that 9 replacement office chairs be purchased through Louer Facility Planning, Inc.
- A motion was made by Anna Marie Bell and seconded by Cody Jeter to purchase 9 “Sit on it, Amplify High Back Task Chair With Arms” from Louer Facility Planning, Inc. for up to $5,500.00

Roll Call: Yes- Carrie Smith, Anna Marie Bell, Carla Elliff, Cody Jeter.

Motion carried.

Semiannual Review of Closed Minutes
- It was reported that two additional personnel closed meeting minutes were added to the list.
- A motion was made by Cody Jeter and seconded by Carla Elliff to approve the closed meeting minutes as listed shall remain sealed.

All Ayes. Motion carried.

Topics for Future Discussion –

Adjournment –

Motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:22 PM.

Motion made by Cody Jeter and seconded by Carla Elliff. Motion Carried.

Date for next Regular Meeting – August 25, 2026