Library staff prepares an eight-page annual report for city council review

Library staff told the board July 8 that they have prepared a draft annual report to present to the Urbana City Council; staff said the board is required to submit an annual report within 60 days of fiscal-year completion under 75 ILCS (as listed on the meeting agenda). The draft report runs eight pages, up from five pages last year, and staff said it highlights operations, programs, special events and routine services the library provided during the fiscal year. Staff asked trustees to identify any omissions so the board can finalize the report for approval in August and later present it to city council. Board members praised the volume of work documented in the draft and noted it is a good exercise to help staff and trustees see accomplishments across the year. Staff said the report showcases staff work and special events, and noted consistent items such as the staff picks displays that have high checkout rates. Staff said that once the library board approves the report in August, the director or staff will present it to city council as part of the library’s regular reporting obligations. No substantive edits were made at the July 8 meeting; trustees were invited to submit suggested additions before the August vote.