May 2016 - SWANboard - swanlibraries.net

Parking for the Strategic Planning Event
by Brande Overbey 28 May '16

28 May '16

Hello all, In regards to parking at Thomas Ford next week, Anne Kozak has provided this helpful instruction: Please park in the Grand Avenue School lot (NW corner of Chestnut and Lawn), on Lawn Avenue north or south of Chestnut, or on Chestnut west of Lawn. Spots in front of the Library are 30 minute parking and randomly enforced. Thanks! Brande Overbey SWAN Operations Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Strategic Planning Event on 6/1 - Agenda & Details
by Brande Overbey 24 May '16

24 May '16

Hello SWAN Board: As we've shared with you at the previous Board meeting, we have a Strategic Planning event coming up next Wednesday, 6/1 at Thomas Ford Public Library (thanks Anne!). I've posted an agenda for this event, which can be found here: https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2016-06-01/ag… Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided during this event, which the SWAN staff will also be attending (apologies in advance; I will not be in attendance as I had a previously scheduled conflict that could not be rescheduled). Kathryn Deiss will be facilitating the event for us. I'll be placing a food order next week, so please let me know if you have any food allergies or concerns that I should be aware of and am not already. I will likely order from Corner Bakery again, since I know this is typically a safe bet with our staff and that their food is consistently good (and healthy). We hope for a fun and productive event next week and are grateful for your participation in helping us to formulate a new Strategic Plan! Let me know if you have any questions at all. Brande Overbey SWAN Operations Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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2016 Board Election Results
by Brande Overbey 23 May '16

23 May '16

Hello SWAN Board: The 2016 election polls have closed, and as anticipated we have three winners for our three open seats: Doug Losey, Kristina Howard, and Tiffany Verzani. I've notified all three via email and will send out a SWANcom in the morning to let the membership know as well. I've invited Tiffany to join us at our June Board meeting as well. Looking forward to continuing to work with you both and congratulations, Doug and Kristina! Thank you, Brande Overbey SWAN Operations Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Executive Director Evaluation - Due by June 9th
by Brande Overbey 20 May '16

20 May '16

Hello all, As noted in today's meeting, the attached Director review form will be due to David and myself by no later than June 9th so that we can compile the results to deliver to Aaron via executive session at the June 17th board meeting. I will send a reminder on the Monday of the week it is due to remind you. Any questions, just ask! Thank you, Brande Overbey SWAN Office Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Facility Information Packet: attached (not posted)
by Aaron Skog 19 May '16

19 May '16

SWAN Board: Attached is the packet of information for the agenda item #8 "Approve Letter of Intent for New Facility." Due to the fact that negotiations with three facility providers are ongoing, we did not want to include this information in the packet. This packet has comparison of three facilities we chose as finalists on the first 3 pages. Brande and I will walk you through this, and why we are recommending Quail Ridge as our choice. The pages 6 and 7 are the "Letter of Intent" which should you approve moving forward with an independent facility, would be signed by the board president. The letter is not legally binding but it allows us to move forward with negotiating a lease. Our attorney would be part of that lease negotiation process. I delayed sending this information to you all to allow Steven in IT to complete inquiries into the internet service for the three locations. We can outline that tomorrow. Keep in mind that all three companies are interested in SWAN's decision, so it is certainly within the realm of possibility that we might have a visitor at the meeting tomorrow. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Board 5/20/16 Meeting Packet Posted
by Aaron Skog 17 May '16

17 May '16

SWAN Board Members: The Friday 5/20 meeting packet is now available to you: https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2016-05-20/pa… The agenda item #8 "Approve Letter of Intent for New Facility" will have documents sent out separate from the online packet. Due to the fact that negotiations with three facility providers are ongoing, we do not want to tip our hand. Due to the number of agenda items and anticipated discussion, we are providing lunch on Friday. If you are unable to stay past a specific hour, please email me directly so we can coordinate in advance. I already am aware of Sheila not being able to attend the entire meeting, and Anne having to leave prior to noon. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Strategic Planning Retreat: Save the Date!
by Aaron Skog 13 May '16

13 May '16

SWAN Board & Staff: I have picked "Wednesday, June 1, 2016 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM" as final option(s) for the Doodle poll "SWAN Strategic Planning Retreat." The location has not been determined yet, but I will send out something early next week. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Lunch for Next Week's Board Meeting
by Brande Overbey 12 May '16

12 May '16

Hi guys, I plan to order Corner Bakery sandwich builder and garden salad (with fruits and veggies trays) (and maybe some cookies too) for our board meeting lunch next week. If you have any special dietary needs, please email me and let me know them so I can get you something that works. Thanks! Brande Overbey SWAN Office Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Dates for Strategic Planning Event
by Aaron Skog 09 May '16

09 May '16

Hi SWAN Board & SWAN Staff: I am arranging for a one day event for SWAN staff and the SWAN Board to come together for a strategic planning session. I have planned for a facilitator for the event, and lunch will be included. The purpose of the meeting is to come together for a strategic directions conversation. SWAN has some big changes ahead of us, so coming together to talk about them is very important. The three dates will be sent out in a Doodle poll email, which you will see are all in the same week. My preference is to have our meeting on a day prior to the Thursday, June 2nd SWAN Quarterly meeting. I believe this will help us be better prepared to talk with the member libraries, and work towards an updated two year plan. Watch for the Doodle poll! Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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FW: Retirement luncheon for Meg Klinkow and Sheila Sosnicki
by Aaron Skog 09 May '16

09 May '16

SWAN Board: FYI. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net From: Nicki Seidl [mailto:seidln@evergreenparklibrary.org] Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 12:04 PM To: Aaron Skog Subject: Retirement luncheon for Meg Klinkow and Sheila Sosnicki Hello Aaron, Could you please pass this information to SWAN Council? Retirement luncheon for Meg Klinkow and Sheila Sosnicki Friday, June 24, noon Gatto's Restaurant 8801 W 143rd Street Orland Park 60462 Menu: Gatto's garbage salad, brushetta, pasta marinara, angel hair and broccoli, chicken vesuvio, and tiramisu and mini cannolis for dessert. We won't have to eat for the rest of the day! The cost is $35, including gift. Please make checks payable to Nicki Seidl and send c/o Evergreen Park Public Library, 9400 S Troy Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, Thank you! Nicki Seidl, Director Evergreen Park Public Library 9400 S Troy Avenue Evergreen Park, IL 60805 708.422.8522 ext 118 http://www.evergreenparklibrary.org Currently recommending: Miller's Valley by Anna Quindlen Others are recommending it, too: The New York Times<http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/03/books/review/millers-valley-by-anna-quind…> goodreads<https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26131641-miller-s-valley> Chicago Tribune<http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/books/ct-prj-millers-valley-anna-q…>

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