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 Orion Township Public Library 2014 Annual Report
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1335 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48360 248.391.0304 2014 Annual Report Table of Contents Department Updates ............................ 2, 3 Staff Development .................................... 4 Technology ............................................... 5 Volunteer Highlights ................................. 6 Friends of the Library ................................ 6 New Faces, Department Heads ................. 7 Board of Trustees ...................................... 7 Budget Highlights ...................................... 8 Strategic Plan/Renovation Update ............ 8 Library Statistics ....................................... 9 2014 Donors ..................................... 10, 11 Vision To serve and engage a thriving community of lifelong learners. Mission Be known for more than books. 4/15/2015 1 2014 Annual Report DEPARTMENT UPDATES PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS/GRANTS/NEW SERVICES Started the OTPL Team Trivia Tourney. This ongoing trivia tournament held at the CPub has proven very popular; close to 50 patrons attend and compete for prizes at each event! The Ragtime Boogie and Blues Concert had 80‐90 in attendance with great entertainment for the whole family.
International Game Day (with Youth Services) was well attended with 97 participants (33 of them children). Author Fair (with Youth Services) was very successful with 300 people in attendance throughout the afternoon. Three Digital Image Collections were added to our Local History webpage. Current collections available to view and print include Historic Local Cottages, 2014 Orion Storm, and Orion Veterans Memorial. We also added a new microfilm scanner to the James Ingram local history room for public use. Funded by a Brooksie Way grant, we created 5 Geocaching Kits which include a GPS and a how‐to book for families to check‐out and use for outside fun! A popular Cook the Book cookbook discussion group was started; participants each prepare, share, and taste recipes from the cookbook and discuss the cookbook and cooking during the meetings. The Memory Lane and Legends program for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s and their families or caregivers was designed to elicit memories and promote discussion with facts, stories and photos about Mackinac Island. In addition, the Outreach staff regularly visits local senior living facilities where they highlight a different place people have traveled or things they are interested in talking about including Niagara Falls, Detroit, New York City, Big Band Era, Grand Canyon, and International Christmas Traditions. 4/15/2015 2 2014 Annual Report Magic the Gathering Tournament for teens had 30‐40 in attendance. Teens paid $8 at the door and received pizza, pop, and six packs of cards to keep. Attendees learned how to understand the game and rules and could win prizes. The Solar Bug program was a unique Makerspace‐type program where teens learned how to make a simple vibrobot that uses the power of the sun to move around. The Teen department hosted a Minecraft LAN Party for teens to come and play on the same server and work collaboratively to survive and create new worlds. Minecraft is a game where players need to survive, create and build. In survival mode players collect resources to build shelters to protect themselves from dangerous monsters and other players. In creative mode players work together to build whatever they can imagine! Largest Preschool Open House in many years. Both parents and the preschools were happy with the program. Battle of the Books had 52 teams participate with 241 students Successful Money Smart Week storytime. The kids loved receiving a free book and making a piggy bank. Response from the parents was very positive. Stories in the Park programs were very successful and should continue to build each summer. Held first‐ever Family Place 1, 2, 3 Play with Me Workshops. Received a banner from Family Place visitors declaring library as a Family Place library ($1,500 grant money spent). Summer Reading ended with 195 kids signed up for the Rubber Ducky Club and 765 kids signed up for the K‐5 program for a total of 961 children registering for the summer reading program. The Dragon Award was very successful with 172 votes online. The winner was Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling. 4/15/2015 3 2014 Annual Report The Santa Visit was very popular with approximately 175 children and adults stopping by the library. The first issue of Play, Learn, Grow Together was emailed to all patrons interested through Constant Contact and has continued monthly. World eBooks were added to database collection. PebbleGo Next was added to database collection for research for grades 3‐6. All the LO elementary media specialists were sent library cards to use in the media labs as part of the ThinkLink partnership. Four new theme kits were added to the collection. STAFF DEVELOPMENT Staff taught 2 in‐services about library databases to special education teachers and support staff at CERC. Staff presented at TLN on Common Core Standards. Staff represented the library at the Parent Resource Fair at CERC with stories, songs, and information about the library. Staff watched multiple webinars throughout the year including the “Power of Playful Learning” which reinforced many of the concepts learned in Family Place Libraries training, Midwest Tape, and Baker & Taylor 360. All staff attended a full day in‐service with multiple presentations and breakout sessions. A staff member attended the ALSC course Storytelling with Puppets. 4/15/2015 4 2014 Annual Report A staff member taught a lesson on How to Write Realistic Fiction at Waldon Middle School. Staff presented at MLA conference. TECHNOLOGY Self‐Checkout/RFID Tagging
Three self‐checkout stations were installed in the lobby. Patrons may now checkout their own materials and pay most fines and fees at the self‐check kiosks. In order to bring self‐checkout to our patrons, we needed to change the way we track and secure our circulating materials. The new security system uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). This process involved inserting an RFID tag into all 125,000 or our books, CDs, DVDs, magazines and all other items we lend out. This enormous project began in early June, 2014. Twenty dedicated volunteers assisted our staff in this effort which took more than nine months to complete. Mobile Printing Orion Library is now offering printing from patron owned devices such as laptops, cell phones and tablets. In addition, patrons can now send print jobs from home, business or any location with internet access. For full instructions visit http://orionlibrary.org/wireless/ and scroll down to the Wireless Printing section. Library Document Stations The Orion Library has implemented new scanning stations this year. The new units, called Library Document Stations (LDS) can handle a variety of scanning functions. The two LDS units, located in the Adult Reference area, offer touch screen navigation and include a scanner that is capable of quickly scanning multi‐page documents and can also easily scan book pages. Once scanned, documents can be faxed, emailed, saved to a USB device, printed, or even sent directly to a smartphone or tablet. Outdoor Digital Sign This 7' x 2.5' outdoor LED display has been installed. This new sign will provide patrons the ability to clearly see current events at the library as they drive by. Come by and check it out! 4/15/2015 5 2014 Annual Report VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHTS A total of 266 volunteers (94 adults and 172 teens) provided over 4,693 hours of service in 2014. Adult volunteers were vital to the success of completing the RFID project for the IT Department, helping to tag each item in our collection for the addition of self‐checkout machines. They also assisted with scanning and data entry projects. Other volunteers spend their time helping Support Services with security tagging, processing of new materials and MelCat interloan items. Keeping our materials shelved in proper order is a task that many of our volunteers tackle as well. Our adult special needs groups take pride in their efforts to be a part of organizing and shelf reading collections. Outdoor clean‐up and assisting our Maintenance Department with repair projects is just another way volunteers get involved. Our teen volunteers are an asset to our library as well. They help out with several ongoing programs including Lego @ the Library, Chess Club and the annual Haunted House. Without the dedication and time of our teens, the Summer Reading Kick‐Off event would not be possible. Many of them have exceptional artistic ability and create fabulous face‐painting designs, bulletin boards and have helped with the development of felt storyboard packets. Some of them have an interest in photography and assist by documenting our awesome programs. They are also a huge help during our Friends of the Library book sales. We are also grateful for members of the Lake Orion High School National Honor Society and their help with the 5th Grade Battle of the Books and Friends of the Library Gala event. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY In 2014 the Friends supported over 45 programs and events for the Library. In addition, they held their annual Passport to Spring Gala, three used book sales, two basket silent auctions, multiple raffles and fundraiser dinners at local restaurants. The total amount donated to the Library by the Friends for 2014 was $20,000. President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Book Sale Chair Membership Chair Marty Wheeler (through Nov) Pat Belanger Diane Griffiths Christine Martinico Patty Warrick Ellen Stefanovich (through Nov) 4/15/2015 6 2014 Annual Report NEW FACES Below are the staff members that joined the Library team in 2014: Jill Baker, Outreach Services Clerk Camille Boker, Shelver, Youth Services Roger Buches, Maintenance Assistant Laurel Dancoe, Shelver, Adult Services Kathy Logan, Support Services Karen Pennartz, Shelver, Adult Services James Pugh, Support Services Shannon Schmidt, promoted to Head of Support Services Jessica Streetman, Bookkeeper DEPARTMENT HEADS Director IT Adult Services Youth Services Support Services Maintenance Karen Knox Judi Rudisill Beth Sheridan Deb Refior Shannon Schmidt Mike Morris 2014 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Your interests are represented by an elected six member Board of Trustees. The Board governs the library and is responsible for its annual operations and upkeep. President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Trustee Trustee MaryAnne Thorndycraft Mary Pergeau Mike Luna Jim Phillips Bert Quinn Jim Abramczyk
4/15/2015 7 2014 Annual Report 8 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS REVENUE Property Taxes State Aid/Penal Fines Interest/Investment Inc Unrealized loss on inv Fines & Fees AMOUNT $ 1,875,542.00 $ 74,728.00 $ 13,274.00 $ (5,822.00) $ 63,143.00 % Budget
90.11%
3.59%
0.64%
‐0.28%
3.03%
Donations/Grants Other TOTAL $ 51,599.00 $ 8,956.00 $ 2,081,420.00 $ 2,798,904.00 $ (298,230.00) $ 2,500,674.00 2.48% Tax Tribunal 0.43% 100% TOTAL Utilizing Fund Balance Fund Balance beginning 2014 Net Change in Fund Balance Fund Balance ending 2014 EXPENDITURE Personnel Library Materials Automation Operating Expenses Utilities Cap Imp/Prof. Srv/Prop. AMOUNT $ 1,483,287.00 $ 193,252.00 $ 99,019.00 $ 220,459.00 $ 63,285.00 % Budget
62.33%
8.12%
4.16%
9.26%
2.66%
$ 320,348.00 $ 2,379,650.00 $ 298,230.00 13.46%
100%
STRATEGIC PLAN/RENOVATION UPDATE In 2014, we began to implement the priorities defined in our new Strategic Plan. One of the key priorities was to redesign our physical spaces. We began this process working with our consultant, Kimberly Bolan & Associates. They created a new design for our lobby and youth spaces, including specifications for colors, flooring, furniture, and fabrics to use. At their June meeting, the library board reviewed the recommendations and approved a budget of no more than $300,000 to renovate these areas. After receiving bids from a Request for Proposals process for electrical, flooring, painting, and furniture, the library moved forward with contractors. The work in the lobby was completed in October and November, with some of the furniture installed in December 2014. The space renovation project continued in 2015. In addition to the space renovation, the library also prioritized a technology upgrade to RFID security that enabled us to add self‐service options in the new lobby. We spent months (with the help of many volunteers) migrating to RFID security on every item in our collection, and then we installed our new self‐checkout machines in December 2014. The self‐checkout machines handled 33% of our circulation in December. We have many more projects to complete in the coming few years as we continue to implement our Strategic Plan, and we look forward to additional improvements to the Orion Township Public Library. 4/15/2015 2014 Annual Report Library Usage Library visitors (Main)………………………………………………………………………………….201,269 Library visitors (Orion Ctr).…………………………………………………………………………......2,782 Total items checked out..…………………………………………………………………………….494,830 New library cards issued………………………………………………………………………………….2,864 Total # of library card holders………………………………………………………………………..35,442 # of Adult programs……………………………………………………………………………………………470 Adult program attendance………………………………………………………………………………3,723 # of Teen programs………………………………………………………………………………………………59 Teen program attendance……………………………………………………………………………….1,774 # of Youth programs…………………………………………………………………………………………..330 Youth program attendance……………………………………………………………………………10,664 Meeting room bookings………………………………………………………………………………….1,275 Website hits (desktop)………………………………………………………………………………..114,304 Website hits (mobile)……………………………………………………………………………………44,113 Computer sign ups………………………………………………………………………………………..31,077 Wireless users……………………………………………………………………………………………….11,595 # of volunteer hours……………………………………………………………………………………….4,693 # Notarized documents……………………………………………………………………………………..394 # ThinkLink requests for books………………………………………………………………………….166 ThinkLink visits…………………………………………………………………………………………………..139 ThinkLink attendance……………………………………………………………………………………..9,373 Library Collection
Print…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..89,978 Audio…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9,564 Video…………………………………………………………………………………………………………14,985 E‐books……………………………………………………………………………………………………..44,643 E‐audiobooks…………………………………………………………………………………………….17,940 Other…………………………………………………………………………………………………………11,567 TOTAL………………………………………………………………………………………………………188,677 4/15/2015 9 2014 Annual Report 2014 Donors James Abramczyk Darwin and Judith Baker Helen Barnes Stacey Barnett Jim and Joyce Becker Jenny Bhatti Carol Bosche Diane Bowler Judy and Randall Brewer Patrick Britton Colleen Britton Rodney and Rene Bryce Amanda Charles John Collier Joseph and Nancy Cream Dan and Sarah Dabrowski Richard and Genevieve Darbyshire Rick Davis Days of Wonder Sean Doyle Thomas and Maureen Edson Donald Fenton Financial Benefits Group, INC Alice Granaas Arthur and Marcia Griffen John and Hazel Hart Alexis Iveson Elinar Carol Jensen Stan and Dottie Kowalski Krazy, Kool, Knitters and Krocheters‐Lake Orion Suzanne and Bud Krugh Greg and Marianne Lewandowski Carla Lindeen Looney Labs Julie Lee Mary Ellen Marion Laurence and Linda Matola Judy May Ruth Ann McCallern 4/15/2015 10 2014 Annual Report 2014 Donors continued Jerry and Roxanne McKim Eileen McMichael Carol Miller Mark and Jennifer Mitchell Terry Mohr Matt and Amy Morrison Larry Mullins Shirley Naffziger Kevin and Stephanie Nowakowski Office of the Commissioner (c/o Mary Jo Mullins) Joyce Ogilvie Orion Stone Depot The Papagni Family Ken and Judy Pardonnet Tom and Kristi Pavelich Anne Pecheniuk James Phillips Margaret Pittman Cheryl and Tom Poulin Ravensburger USA, Inc Cynthia Sartori Mr. and Mrs. Richard Schalk Mark and Susan Schrauber Peggy King Scully, Chapter Regent Louisa St. Clair Chapter, National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution Alan Shields Susan and Jere Shockey Simply Fun James Slezinski Sharon Slipek Ronald and Dorothy Smith Steve Jackson Games Joy Ellen Stimac Wade Sullivan John and Larry Swaim Tuesday Night Quilters MaryAnne Thorndycraft David and Dawn Wallin Charles Warrick Daniel Woelmer 4/15/2015 11