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031825 LB Minutes

Mountain Iron Public Library

March 19th, 2025

Minutes

The meeting was called to order at 4:38pm.  Members present: Tara Wainio, Dana Sorensen, Lisa Fredrickson, city council liaison Ed Roskoski and Library Director Anna Amundson. Consent Agenda and minutes of the January meeting were presented and reviewed. Tara Wainio motioned for approval; Dana Sorensen 2nd. Passed.

Communications: No communications.

Public Forum: No Public Forum.

Director’s report: Winter Reading Program concluded on February 28th. Upcoming library events were discussed (Downton Abbey tea, puzzle contest, book sale, etc).  The state report was completed and a copy was made available for review.

New business: IRRR culture/ arts grants? Might they be something we could look into if they align with our goals? As directed by the board, Director will look into grant opportunities.

A motion was made by Tara Wainio to explore grant funding through available resources to restore the front entrance to the Library, to include an additional accessible parking space and ramp. Dana Sorensen 2nd. Motion passed.

Director will speak with Streets & Alleys committee and Buildings & Grounds to determine feasibility.

Old Business: None

The meeting was adjourned at 5:05pm.

The next meeting will be held Wednesday, April 16th at 4:30pm.

Submitted by Anna Amundson, Library Director.

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