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She said September print circulation was 25,122 and digital circulation was 9,613, representing 28% of the total 34,733 circulations for the month. The library held 68 programs in September with total attendance of 1,277. Program examples cited included a presentation by regional horticulturist Lee Goodwin, a puzzle competition the library plans to run quarterly, an upcoming small concert by a group called Love Call and two pastel workshops on Nov. 2 presented by the Pastel Society of New Mexico (artists Nicholas Teslick and Liddy Roller).

Gwen said the library is reviewing bids to replace its library software system after more than 15 years with the current vendor. The procurement committee will evaluate demonstrations and select a top vendor; the library listed credit-card payment capability as a major requirement the current system lacks.

Staffing changes reported: Rochelle McElderry will start Oct. 13 as senior librarian in charge of digital services; Kate Cardenio King will start Nov. 24 as operations librarian; the library will soon recruit for two three-quarter-time library associate positions. Both branches will be closed Friday, Nov. 7 for a staff development day.

Gwen also noted operational items tied to services and community support: the library’s “library of things” collection is expanding (items include telescopes and thermal cameras), Narcan and hygiene products are available at service desks, and staff have received training to connect patrons with county and regional social services. She said the community services department was a gold-medal finalist for National Recreation and Park Association accreditation and that a plaque presentation is scheduled at the county council meeting the next day.

Board members asked several operational questions about the software procurement process; Gwen said the library cannot discuss bidders by name but that demonstrations and an evaluation process will determine the recommendation, and that the option to remain with the current vendor is on the table. She confirmed the November 7 closure applies to both library branches.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Oct 6, 2025 Library Board Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","The library reported September circulation and program participation numbers, upcoming programs, staffing hires, a staff development closure and a vendor review for the library software system.","taxTitle","Los Alamos, New Mexico","taxId",51137,"location","New Mexico","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6541686,"Library board elects vice chair and approves September minutes",212,124000,336000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5901418-fa2125231545304d1700d9be617f4f30&start=124&end=336","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5901418-fa2125231545304d1700d9be617f4f30/thumbnail_124000.jpg","/articles/6541686/New-Mexico/Library-board-elects-vice-chair-and-approves-September-minutes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6541686-d4b5333baefea50e99ba76206b340ee5/orig.mp4?Expires=1770432691&Signature=hyePVXCnFIzDhVx5SEnfDKi~nqey5cPSt6epKSJ~8sRvFQCCfhD5O62etaQyAoEQbZXzHIrlPMEJZjLPmd5oN0rGnRlGBq5LW~U1tnlh5BSDoVWd08eXdMoUyt~2mpt5vDjnIDyqsORwld1GlO2VVG72NGKtwi~S59PQGSkY1M09KUZDimFmlYKibfz22UZwjJaQ7HCuSzrVGKagvbCkWH8im4HXYy8j49fC99fvPcxzMjhzjjypTHTMl5O8z04UR8NSUrFGI4JZSR9aHVYm5ces8EFptq9HwTzFjS66njz9Imi9aSTMxNr51wuGo4spvM-24QDNAAbheJNmImMb-A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the start of the meeting the board voted to approve the minutes from the September meeting. A board member moved to approve the minutes and another board member seconded; the chair called for a voice vote and the motion passed.

The board then held an election for vice chair. Jason Chapelle self-nominated for vice chair and the nomination was seconded by Michelle (Friends liaison and board member). The chair called for a vote; the motion passed by voice vote and Chapelle was confirmed as vice chair. The chair stated that the vice chair generally assists when the chair is absent and normally would move into the chair position at the start of the calendar year; because of the chair’s current term the vice chair is expected to remain vice chair until the chair’s term ends in September 2026.

No formal roll-call vote tallies were recorded in the meeting minutes that were reviewed at the meeting; the board took both actions by voice vote and the chair indicated both motions passed. No further formal actions were taken on either item.","The Los Alamos County Library Board unanimously approved the September minutes and elected a new vice chair by voice vote; no contested ballots were recorded.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6541691,"Library board hears inclusivity plan, accessibility audits and community needs assessment",493,357000,850000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5901418-fa2125231545304d1700d9be617f4f30&start=357&end=850","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5901418-fa2125231545304d1700d9be617f4f30/thumbnail_357000.jpg","/articles/6541691/New-Mexico/Library-board-hears-inclusivity-plan-accessibility-audits-and-community-needs-assessment","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6541691-26bf3304347e1327ce8ee0d0ca1a905c/orig.mp4?Expires=1770432691&Signature=hB7l6463OHScAKzfTEs7NdavU37gtwNZEjDiq6vBnQJmDq3X6FXfBDO4Vdhdk1zZoCY-Db7hcuNNSC8Qnj58ByK2FoWKxSfqL9pVXteQKfr-1k8ssAXILj18jjKyuxMnJbbyGevWz8DIoeEtjbDn5V7y19q5nTNOl7yf3R6XC2WWavS3yIY2UNx5wnCnmW1mrq29IrpFGy9JEJ5SWb-JYiwzWwnlrElI4m~7Rl3LULGiOTSM~iFVwjSE19gijP4HPTD2CjbbAzaI96XeocdREsFo2Egho3tmXghu1I1vnAYzUvjI-bE~MjwV9XQITajM0sKabqdFHbcLYgrtBbIveg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Gwen, the library manager, told the Los Alamos County Library Board that the library follows the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights and the ALA Freedom to Read statement and is applying those principles to collections, spaces, programs and hiring.

The presentation, given at the board’s meeting, outlined how the library aims to make materials available to all residents, to provide content reflecting diverse viewpoints and lived experiences, and to ensure no-cost access to library services. “Materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation,” Gwen said, summarizing the Library Bill of Rights language she cited.

The manager said inclusion efforts already in place include large-print materials, low-vision resources, accessible computer stations, private placement of sensitive materials, and expanded language support for printed materials and registration forms. Gwen said the library is developing an accessible-signage audit, a sound study to reduce noise in the building, and remediation work following an accessibility audit done last year.

Programming changes described by Gwen include more diverse formats (panels, workshops, group activities), a stronger emphasis on regional history and presenters that reflect the community’s tricultural environment, and targeted outreach to groups identified as underserved—seniors, teens and a group the library refers to as young professionals. The library is conducting a community needs assessment this year; Gwen said the board will be asked to help gather responses and will see a fuller update at the December meeting.

Gwen also outlined operational steps tied to inclusivity: expanding the “library of things” (items such as telescopes, thermal cameras, shredders and yoga kits), providing Narcan and hygiene products at service desks, standardizing interview experiences for job applicants, expanding three-quarter and full-time positions, and instituting an onboarding buddy program for new hires. She said the county HR department handles formal recruitment, and the library’s internal changes are meant to improve retention and accessibility once candidates are hired.

Board members asked how hiring and retention relate to county HR processes; Gwen replied the county HR department handles recruitment, and the library’s work focuses on internal practices and candidate experience. When asked whether the board could assist with the upcoming needs assessment, Gwen said yes and said she expects to present a plan at the December meeting.

The presentation closed with a note on marketing and outreach: the library is adopting clearer, friendlier marketing language, proofreading materials for bias, and recognizing heritage months and minority contributions in ways that avoid stereotypes.

The board took no formal action on the presentation; the item was for information and future collaboration on the community needs assessment.","Library staff presented a multi-part inclusivity program that ties ALA principles to local services, accessibility upgrades, expanded programming and a planned community needs assessment.","actionData","errors"]

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