Library Board — Minutes

MEETING: GERMANTOWN COMMUNITY OF THE LIBRARY BOARD DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 5:30 PM LOCATION: Germantown Community Library N112W16957 Mequon Road MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER: This meeting has been given public notice in accordance with Section 19.83 and 19.84, Wis. Stats, in such form that will apprise the general public and news media of subject matter that is intended for consideration and action. The regular meeting of the Germantown Community Library was called to order by President Joyce Nelson at 05:30 PM. II. ROLL CALL: Present: Library Board President Joyce Nelson, Library Board Member Darlene Vosen, Library Board Member Charlene Brady, School District Representative Katie Kohel Absent: Village Trustee Jolene Pieper due to Village Board committee assignments changing. Excused: Member Joletta Kerpan, Library Board Member Sarah Larson Also present: Library Director Trisha Smith, Assistant Library Director Connie Lloyd III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Motion: Approve as presented Motioned By: Darlene Vosen Seconded By: Charlene Brady Yes: Joyce Nelson, Darlene Vosen, Charlene Brady, Katie Kohel No: None Abstain: None Motion Passed (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) IV. MEETING MINUTES: A. March 25, 2026, Meeting Minutes - DRAFT Motion: Approve as presented Motioned By: Darlene Vosen Seconded By: Charlene Brady Yes: Joyce Nelson, Darlene Vosen, Charlene Brady, Katie Kohel No: None Abstain: None Page 2 Motion Passed (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) V. CITIZEN INPUT: (Please be advised per 19.84(2) that information and comment will be received from the public. It is the policy of this municipality that public input be limited to a four (4) minute period per person with a time extension granted at the discretion of the Chairperson. Be advised that there may be limited discussion of the information received but no action will be taken under public comments.) Comments that may be injurious to village personnel or other individuals will not be allowed. VI. FINANCIAL MATTERS: A. Treasurer's Report Vosen mentioned she is eliminating the Treasurer's paperwork prior to 7 years. Motion: Approve as presented Motioned By: Joyce Nelson Seconded By: Charlene Brady Yes: Joyce Nelson, Darlene Vosen, Charlene Brady, Katie Kohel No: None Abstain: None Motion Passed (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) B. Accounts Payable Motion: Approve as presented Motioned By: Joyce Nelson Seconded By: Charlene Brady On roll call vote: Yes: Joyce Nelson, Darlene Vosen, Charlene Brady, Katie Kohel No: None Abstain: None Motion Passed (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) C. Budget Reports Smith reviewed the submitted Budget Report. VII. REPORTS (Discussion Unless Otherwise Noted): A. Correspondence Nelson reported there was no correspondence last month. B. Village Reports Smith reported Mitch Reynolds is the Interim Village Administrator. Tim Zimmerman was hired as the new Public Works Director. Matthew Uselding, Finance Director, has resigned, and his last day will be May 8. Kevin Driscoll, Village Engineer, has also resigned. Page 3 C. County Reports See Director's Report. D. System Reports Smith noted the ADA Website required changes deadline has been extended from April 2027 to April 2028. E. President's Report F. Director's Report See the submitted Director's Report and attachments. VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: A. Code of Conduct Policy Update (ACTION) Motion: Approve as presented Motioned By: Darlene Vosen Seconded By: Charlene Brady Yes: Joyce Nelson, Darlene Vosen, Charlene Brady, Katie Kohel No: None Abstain: None Motion Passed (Yes 4, No 0, Abstained 0) IX. NEW BUSINESS: A. Study Pods (PRESENTATION) Smith reviewed the submitted Study Pods evaluation information. More information and recommendations will be presented in the coming months. X. ADJOURNMENT: Nelson announced the next Library Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM at the Germantown Community Library. Nelson adjourned the meeting at 06:23 PM.