Library Director Linda opened the director's report by flagging several operational updates across the Flagstaff City library system, including new hardware, heightened program participation and active facility repairs.

"We received 250 computers…on 16 pallets that came on a semi truck," Linda said, describing the arrival and staff effort to unload and stage machines. Mark, an information-technology staff member, told the board, "we're planning to start rolling them out the week of November 1." The director said the computers will replace older units for public and staff use across city and county branches.

On programming, Linda highlighted a Prime Lake learning-trail hike organized with the Roving Rangers and noted a slime-making craft event at the East Flagstaff branch that drew 45 participants and mixed-age attendance. She said library-card sign-up month yielded 794 new cards in September, a 310-card increase compared with the prior September, and credited marketing staff and participating local businesses for incentives tied to the drive.

Facilities updates drew more concern. Linda reported multiple leaks at East Flagstaff after heavy rain, saying a contractor had been out and that "there are quite a few more in weeks" and that one window in the children's area shows unusual condensation. She said there were "7 leaks" identified during a recent assessment. Separately, Grand Canyon Community Library staff hosted a National Park Service visitor to document problems at the building that became a permanent library site; Linda said the site lacks an ADA restroom and that walls and carpeting are in poor condition.

The board did not take formal action on these items; staff said they are pursuing repairs and working with partner agencies where appropriate. Staff also reported the bookmobile librarian attended a national Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services conference to share best practices and bring new ideas back to the system.

Board members asked for updates on facility repairs and the computer rollout in coming meetings.