Fitzwilliam Town Library Board of Trustees
Minutes of the July 11, 2024 Special Meeting
Members present: Chair Robin Marra, Carole Beckwith, Richard Marshall, Nan Fey-Yensan (quorum)
Call to Order 5:30 pm
1. The proposals related to the immediately needed improvements to the second floor were discussed and moved upon:
- Acceptance of proposal by B. Thomas to improve railings in stairwell and to create a closable entrance on the second floor to replace the stair hatch presently in place; motion to accept made by Nan/ seconded by Richard; unanimously approved by all present.
- Acceptance of proposal by C. Massin to repair and paint damaged ceiling sections on second floor; motion to accept made by Richard/ seconded by Carole; unanimously approved by all present.
- As discussed in previous meetings, ARPA funds will be used to support these improvements prior to December 31, 2024.
2. CIP proposals – more information on when the committee will convene is forthcoming; Richard will adhere to CIP submission deadlines as originally posted. As previously discussed in a regular Trustee meeting, priority items for CIP funding include 1) replacing the existing restroom access doors (they are too heavy for many patrons, including children) and further into the future 2) taking steps to explore options to improve the brick walkway surface that is growing increasingly uneven, presenting a tripping and stability hazard for patrons.
A motion to adjourn was made by Nan at 5:54 pm/seconded by Carole; unanimously approved.
Respectfully Submitted,
Nancy Fey-Yensan, Secretary
July 18, 2024