October 26, 2020

The Franklin Parish Library Board met in a regular meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2020.  Board President, John Guice, called the meeting to order with members Bill Marionneaux, Leslie Young, and Emily Shields present.  John Guice asked for a motion to accept the minutes as published.  Leslie Young made the motion to accept the minutes as published second was made Bill Marionneaux and all were in favor.  Onie Parker presented the statistical report.  The board discussed the possible formats for future programs.  Linda Lochbrunner, Business Manager, recommended that the 2020 budget be amended.  Following a discussion, Mr. Guice asked for a motion to consider the proposal to amend the 2020 budget.  Bill Marionneaux made the motion to consider amending the 2020 budget, second was made by Emily Shields and all were in favor.  The Library Board, Library Director, and Business Manager developed a proposed budget for 2021.  In other business, the board was updated on roof repairs, arrival of new furniture, and the moving of furniture at the main library and the Wisner branch.  How the library would move forward as new phases and guidelines were announced was also discussed.  There being no further business the meeting was adjourned.

Onie Parker, Director and Secretary to the Library Board of Control