11:00 a.m. Friday,
University of Kentucky
Attendance:
Carrie Cooper (Chair), Eastern Kentucky University; Arne Almquist, Northern Kentucky University; Elsie Pritchard, Morehead State University; Hannelore Rader, University of Louisville; John Stemmer, Bellermine University (AIKCU); Sheila Stuckey, Kentucky State University; Sheree Huber Williams, Jefferson Community and Technical College (KCTCS); Anne Abate (Staff).
Collections Committee Representative: James Manasco, University of Louisville.
Call to Order:
Carrie Cooper called the meeting to order at 11:15 a.m.
Minutes from Previous Meeting:
Arne Almquist made a motion to approve the minutes from the January 9, 2009 meeting. The motion was seconded by Elsie Pritchard and passed unanimously.
Chair's Report:
- Carrie reported on the UK School of Library and Information Science Advisory Board Meeting and is encouraged that three directors from SAALCK are on the advisory board (Arne Almquist, Hannelore Radar, and Carrie Cooper). There was a lot of interest in the internships we provide their students and the challenge of recruiting diverse students.
- The spring AICKU meeting was cancelled.
- Carrie reported on the SAALCK Collection Committee's new leadership as of July 1, 2009. Ryan Weir from Murray State University will serve as Chair and Margaret Foote from Eastern Kentucky University will serve as Vice Chair.
- Carrie will attend National Library Legislative Day in Washington, DC on May 11-12 with the Kentucky contingent.
FoKAL:
- John reported on developments in the relationship with SOLINET. SOLINET staff are working through the database holdings lists and will be reporting back soon.
- Carrie reported on the planning for the FoKAL Summit that will take place June 9-10, 2009. On the first day, there will speakers on the topic of advocacy including State Librarian Wayne Onkst. The second day will focus on the work of the FoKAL Committees.
VLAC:
- Elsie reported that she has asked the Chair of VLAC for an update and VLAC may schedule a meeting in the next few months.
- Carrie asked for input on the letter she was asked to draft to Al Lind. Carrie will discuss the SAALCK issues with KYVL with Wayne Onkst to determine next steps. She will also meet with Al Lind.
Collection Committee:
- James reported that the Committee will have a lunch meeting during the KLA Annual Conference. The lunch will be paid by SAALCK.
- The group has been discussing the "Last copy in state" issue.
- Ebsco has a new ERM product that they are pushing called ERM Essentials. The Committee has asked for a live demonstration.
- Mary Beth has discussed SFX Training with Enid Wohlstein and they will continue to pursue the possibilities.
BREAK and Roundtable Discussion
Lunch and Reception for Dr. Huber:
- Carrie reminded everyone about the lunch and reception on April 24th. The meeting and lunch will be in the Niles Gallery at the Fine Arts Library. The reception will follow at the Science Library.
- Carrie suggests that everyone be prepared to outline their academic library internships for UK students.
- Anne will work with Carol and Dr. Huber on putting out invitations to the appropriate people.
ILS Open Source Symposium:
- Anne and Carrie described what has been done so far to put on the Symposium and asked for input from the group.
- NOTES-----The Next Generation Library System: An Introduction to Open Source, An Introduction to Wrappers, An Introduction to Commercial ILS Systems.
- Anne will contact Marshall Breeding for his opinions on the series.
Worldcat Local Trial:
- Anne updated everyone on the status of the trial. It will begin on April 13. Each campus will be conducting their own evaluations and these will be shared throughout SAALCK.
Library Fees:
- Elsie asked the status of "library fees" on each campus and a discussion ensued.
Kentucky at Work Program:
- Carrie asked for opinions regarding projects that could be proposed for federal stimulus funding. Projects discussed included the new ILS system, some enhancements to the Kentuckiana Digital Library that would allow for integration of content into our next ILS system, and a shared storage facility.
Executive Director's Report:
- Anne presented the financial reports from December/January and February.
- Anne provided an update on the development of the website. Glen will be meeting with Carrie today to report on his progress and get some final design comments.
Future Meetings:
June 9
Future Agenda Items:
The NEW Improved SAALCK Website
Funding Request for ILS Replacement
Salary Survey Format and Options
Preservation of electronic born content
Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 3:36 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Anne Abate
Executive Director
