1956-11-15 City of Beverly, Massachusetts
Public Meeting Minutes
Board: Library Trustees
Subcommittee:
Date: 11/15/1956
Place: Beverly Public Library
Board members present: Louisa V. Conrad, John C. Birmingham, Saul J. Cagan, Dorothy
Cook, Frederick Pierce, Carolyn StandIcy, and Thomas J. Toomey
Board members absent: W. Lincoln Boyden, Jr., and Russell P. Brown
Others present: Sgt. Shaw, Beverly Police Dept.
Recorder: Marion A. Brown
Thursday November 15, 1956
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held on Thursday, Nov. 15 at 7:30. Present
were Mrs. Conrad, Mrs. Cook, Miss StandIcy, Mr. Cagan, Mr. Birmingham and Mr. Pierce, Mr.
Tooracy.
The records of the last meeting were read and approved. The Finance sheets were discussed
and the proposed Budget for 1957 was presented by the Budget Committee. It was voted to adopt
the budget as presented except for adding $25 to Express because of increased charges. 1957 Budget
- Salaries (including a new assistant) 51,957.62 Maintenance $16,775 Other outlays: - Book cases
etc. $1000 New Furniture 1000 Card cabinet for Children's Room $300 3d floor flooring $1000 New
roof.
Mrs. Conrad after viewing the roof of the Main Library explained that the roof surface is in
reasonable condition, skylight ~ashings and glass need replacing as many panes are cracked. The
chimney metal stack is in poor condition, copper flashing around stacks are in very poor condition
and very loose. Parapet needs pointing. It was decided to call the City Building Inspector in to make
a survey and obtain other estimates.
A letter was read from Mrs. Fortunato stating that she must resign as of Dec. 1. A move was
made to accept with deep regret.
An application for work from Mrs. Minnie Dunklee was read. It was decided to hire her on
a trial basis subject to further arrangements.
Voted to take Mrs. Isabelle Gibbs staff with same arrangements until she is able to become
a full-time Staff Member.
The meeting was intervened when Traffic Sgt. Shaw arrived at 8 o 'dock to explain that the
City would like to have the use of the Winter St. land for a parking lot. As the City is growing, a bad
intersection at Essex and Dane Streets which had been the scene of many bad accidents and parking
in front of the Building should be stopped as it is a traffic hazard. A proposed plan was presented and
discussed. It was also explained that the Mayor hoped that the Trustees would cooperate at no
expense to the Library and would be absolutely controlled by the Trustees.
After further explanation and some discussion it was suggested that further study was
necessary. Mrs. Conrad thanked Sgt. Shaw for coming and a motion was made to take the matter
under advisement.
A letter was read from the Dickson Truck Service Co. explaining several agreements that
could be made as to purchasing a Bookmobile. Mr. Birmingham recommended that the Co. be offered
$2750 and then have it painted with Library' s name. It is a 1949 GMC Custom made body - six years
of service by Boston Public Library been 27000 miles and original cost was $16,000. It was suggested
that inquiries should be made first as to repairs and maintenance.
Voted to adjourn
Marion A. Brown
Clerk