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Tukwila Library Advisory Board
MINUTES
March 6, 2018 5:30 p.m. Tukwila Community Center
1.Call to Order: Chair Scott Kruize called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
2.Attendance:
a.Commissioners – Scott Kruize, Gerie Ventura (arrived at 5:35pm), Linda McLeod, Marie Parrish,
Steve Miller
b.Absent – Verna Seal
c.Guests – Angie Benedetti (KCLS)
d.Staff – Shannon Fisher
3.Agenda - Marie Parrish clarified that Scott Kruize was the Chair and Steve Miller is the Vice Chair.
4.Approval of Minutes: Gerie Ventura made a motion to approve the minutes provided. Steve
Miller seconded the motion. There was unanimous approval.
5.Citizen Comment - None
6.Unfinished Business
a.2017 TLAB Annual Report and City Council Presentation – Angie Benedetti (KCLS) suggested
the TLAB Annual Report and City Council Presentation happen the last week of April, or the
first week of May coinciding with the one -year anniversary of the new Tukwila Library
opening. Angie suggested the report should consist of the new Library’s highlights; which
are increase in foot traffic and computer usage. Maire suggested adding in the TLC (Teen
Library Council) to the presentation, and Gerie suggested adding in information on how
well the Friends of the Library is doing. All members agreed. Angie talked about a Library
video that will soon be released showcasing the library’s important impact on the
community.
7.New Business
a.Reading by the River – It was noted that the information below would be included in the
Spring/Summer Recreation Guide:
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Reading by the River – Sunday, August 19 from 2:00-4:00pm
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at Duwamish Hill Preserve, S 115 St., Tukwila
Join us for an afternoon of Duwamish storytelling, music, treats and giveaways at Duwamish Hill
Preserve. Explore demonstration gardens and learn about the history of the Hill and the
Duwamish River. This event is sponsored by The King County Library System, Tukwila Library
Advisory Board, Tukwila Parks Commission, and Tukwila Arts Commission.
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Scott Kruize and Linda McLeod will attend the planning team meetings. All Commissioners
agreed they are excited about the event.
Gerie Ventura would like a flyer about the event once they are created.
8.Reports of Board Members/Announcements
a.KCLS, Angie Benedetti
i.Angie (KCLS) passed out Library materials such as the monthly calendar. She
highlighted the new IdeaX Maker Space opening in the Bellevue Library on April 14
at 10am. Angie mentioned all the Teen and Tween activities the Library has
ongoing.
ii.Angie (KCLS) passed out the Everyone’s Talking about flyer.
iii.Angie mentioned that the kickoff for the summer reading program starts on June
9 th at the Tukwila Library. This event will have a performer and hands on activities
for the kids. Closing of the summer reading program ends on August 18 th at the
Burien Library.
iv.Angie thanked the Library Board for their donation toward the Dr. Seuss Party at
the Library. 75 participants came and had a great time.
v.Angie talked about an opportunity for Library Advisory Board members to meet the
KCLS Director Lisa Rosenblum on April 7 th from 9-11:00am at the KCLS Service
Center. Focus of this meeting is on talking about the Strategic Focus and book
selection. Angie also mentioned a time for Lisa Rosenblum to come to a TLAB
meeting either in June, September or October.
b.Marie Parish will not attend the April meeting
c.Gerie Ventura will not attend the April meeting
9.Other – Angie asked who the contact is at the Sullivan Center. Marie Parish suggested Angie talk
to Derek Speck (Economic Development Manager)
10.Agenda for next meeting:
a.TLAB Annual Report and City Council Presentation - secure date and time
Adjournment: At 6:36 pm Steve Miller moved to close the meeting. Marie Parish seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously.
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