Indianapolis Public Library Board of Trustees

Indianapolis Public Library Board
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Monday, April 28, 2025
6:30 p.m. EDT

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5550 S Franklin Rd Indianapolis 46239 (Directions)

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Regular meeting of the Indianapolis Public Library Board of Trustees.

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Edited and summarized by the Indianapolis - IN Documenters Team

Note-taking by Afua Nyela Waiss

IndyPL is adjusting access to digital resources like Libby and Hoopla to prioritize Marion County residents. Branches are also expanding dementia-friendly programs, with staff receiving training through ICOA Aging and In-Home Solutions.

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Live reporting by Liza Biles

Regular meeting of the Indianapolis Public Library Board of Trustees.

Liza Biles
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 2/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Today's meeting is taking place at the Franklin Road branch located at 5550 South Franklin Road Indianapolis, IN 46239.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 3/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy You can find more information about the public library at . indypl.org
indypl.org
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 4/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The primary responsibility of the Board of Trustees Committees is to provide governance and policy reviews in the areas of finance; diversity, policy, and human resources; and facilities, which I will describe in the next few posts.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 5/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The Finance Committee works to determine the scope of appropriations for Library programs and services, facility maintenance and new construction, as well as providing oversight in the appropriate administration of public tax monies.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 6/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The Diversity, Policy, and Human Resources Committee reviews Library policies to assure compliance with accepted operating procedures and employment practices. They also provide oversight in the establishment of a diverse and competent staff throughout the Library system.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 7/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The Facilities Committee reviews plans and proposals related to the construction, maintenance, and security of Library facilities and properties, furnishings, vehicles, collection delivery system, computers, and technology infrastructure.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 8/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy You can watch the meeting along with me at ? youtube.com/live/XzIq4useC…
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Liza Biles @BilesLiza 9/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. with roll call.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 10/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The Nora branch will have their grand re-opening this Saturday, May 3rd!
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 11/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Now it's time for the Franklin Road Branch Manager's Report.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 12/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The Branch Manager's Report is when the branch manager, in this case, - Ms. Jill Wetnight, talks about her branch, who works there, who they serve, how they serve, and other topics such as the programming they have at that branch.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 13/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy IndyPL (Indianapolis Public Library) has partnered with CICOA to become a Dementia Friendly Business. You can find more information about CICOA Aging and In-Home Solutions here: - cicoa.org
cicoa.org
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 14/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The March 24th Board Meeting minutes was approved by all.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 15/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Next up is the financial report.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 16/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Operating Fund Revenues and Expenditures
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 17/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Now the Diversity, Policy and Human Resources Committee are giving their report.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 18/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy they are discussing Resolution 16 - 2025 (Review and Update of Library Policies as Identified and Described in the Attachment Hereto).
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 19/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Well I cannot open the attachment, so I am unable to share it with you. Sorry about that.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 20/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Next up is the Facilities Committee.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 21/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy They are addressing 3 resolutions today, first being Resolution 17 - 2025 (Approval to Award a Purchase Order for the IT and Outreach Vehicles Project).
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 22/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Next is Resolution 18 - 2025 (Approval to Award a Construction Services Contract for the Central Library Escalator Handrail Replacement Project).
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 23/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy They hope the handrails will be completed by the end of June.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 24/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The resolution was approved by all.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 25/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy The 3rd resolution is Resolution 19 - 2025 (Approval of a Naming Opportunity for the Nora Branch Children's Play Area).
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 26/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy "Cramsie's Corner" will be the name of the Nora branch children's play area.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 27/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Next up is the Library Foundation Update.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 28/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Circulate: Night at the Library tickets are on sale now! Please join us for our annual fundraiser on Friday, May 9 at Central Library.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 29/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Circulate is an exclusive adults-only evening where guests enjoy live music, drinks, snacks, and a wide variety of activities including animal shows, art programs, a planetarium and much more!
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 30/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy You can find more information and purchase tickets to Circulate here: onecau.se/circulate2025
onecau.se/circulate2025
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 31/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Now they are doing the Report of the CEO, beginning with Confirming Resolution - Resolution Regarding Finances, Personnel and Travel (20 - 2025)
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 32/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Next is the CEO Report with Gregory A. Hill.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 33/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy A summary of the CEO's report.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 34/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Next up is the Quarterly Statistical Report on Library Operations.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 35/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy 54% of total cardholders are active borrowers.
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 36/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy I thought this was interesting, I never knew you could access a "study room", for a private area to study!
Liza Biles @BilesLiza 37/38
@indydocumenters @mirrorindy Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. This concludes the Indianapolis Public Library Board of Trustees meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for May 19th, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. and will be taking place at the Nora branch. For more meeting coverage, check out . documenters.org
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Liza Biles @BilesLiza 38/38
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Agency Information

Indianapolis Public Library Board

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The Indianapolis Public Library Board’s governing body consists of seven Board of Trustees members serving 4-year terms, including:

  • 2 appointed by the Indianapolis City-County Council
  • 3 appointed by the Marion County Board of Commissioners
  • 2 appointed by Indianapolis Public Schools

Current Board of Trustees:

  • Raymond J. Biederman, president
  • Dr. Khaula Murtadha, vice president
  • Dr. Patricia A. Payne, secretary
  • Dr. Luis A. Palacio
  • Dr. Lisa Riolo
  • Hope C. Tribble
  • Dr. Eugene G. White

Find the meetings live-streamed here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndyPL

Find Documenters coverage of past commission meetings here: https://indianapolis-in.documenters.org/reporting/?agency=796

Library Board Committee Meetings take place at the Library Services Center, Room 226

*Meetings are typically held on the second Tuesday of each month. In 2024 there is an exception in January, May, and October.

Finance Committee meetings will be at 10 a.m. Diversity, Policy and Human Resources Committee meetings will be at 11:30 a.m. Facilities Committee meetings will be at 1 p.m.

Committee meetings are not streamed.

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