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Home My WebLink AboutMINUTES - 03092004 - PR.3 Z t Contra TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS IV • FROM. Anne Cain, County Librarian o. ;� Costa DATE: March 9, 2004 Count SUBJECT: Contra Costa County Library 2003 Annual Volunteer & Community Partners Report SPECIFIC REQUEST (S) OR RECO NDATION (S) &BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATION Accept the Contra Costa County Library 2003 Annual Volunteer and Community Partners Report. Acknowledge and honor the recipients of the 2003 Contra Costa County Library Volunteer and Community Partner"Special Recognition Awards." BACKGROUND Supervisorial District 1: El Cerrito Library Pauline Sze -In recognition of Pauline Sze who performs a variety of assignments at the El Cerrito Library such as maintaining the information bulletin board and displays in the children's area, and assembling class visit materials. She carries out each job thoroughly and conscientiously, and she is prompt,reliable and enthusiastic. Thank you, Pauline! El Sobrante Library Michael Baefsky—In recognition of Michael Baefsky for directing the community process to develop a large, under-used area in front of the El Sobrante Library into an attractive seating and reading area for families. West County Senior Outreach Services and "Books for the Homebound"volunteers: Valli Sendan, Ronald Paige, Meredith Martin, Willi Sarmiento, Suzanne Radford, Ruth Marsh and Zolita McKeon -In recognition of Valli Sendan, Ronald Paige,Meredith Martin, Willi Sarmiento, Suzanne Radford, Ruth Marsh and Zolita McKeon for their involvement in the innovative community partnership between the Contra Costa County Library and the"Elders' Actualization Project"of West County Senior Outreach Services. By participating in the"Books for the Homebound"program,they are enriching the lives of frail, low-income, elderly clients by providing much needed social and intellectual stimulation. CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: LLj YES SIGNATURE: RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE [H-A--PPROVE FIOTHER SIGNATURE(S): r ACTION OF BO D N c APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER VOT OF SUPERVISORS: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF NANIMOUS(ABSENT AN ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED ON THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD AYES: NOES: OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN. /` ABSENT: ATTESTED L/C S ABSTAIN. Contact: Susan LaPat,Volunteer Coordinator,(925)927-3211 JOHN SWEETEN,CLE OF THE BOARD OFSUPERVISORS AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR cc: County Library County Administrator gy ` �� Deputy County Auditor 0ABOSWolunteer recognition 2003.doc r Contra Costa County Library 2003 Annual Volunteer & Community Partners Report March 9, 2004 Page 2 Supervisorial District 2 Crockett Library Inez Santucci, Ruth James and Gail Varney—In recognition of Inez Santucci,Ruth James and Gail Varney for their unflagging dedication. As officers of the Friends of the Crockett Library for several years,they have worked tirelessly to raise money to purchase new library books, shelving and make other improvements to the library. They constantly raise awareness of the value of the library in the community and provide enthusiastic support for all the library's programs and activities. Martinez Library Jeanne McEwan—In recognition of Jeanne McEwan, "Stories To Go"volunteer at the Martinez Early Childhood Center. Jeanne is an enthusiastic participant in this outreach program that extends the library into the ay-care community. Moraga Library Tate Baugh, Carolyn Gow, Nora Llewellyn and Staci Sherbert—In recognition of Tate Baugh, Carolyn Gow, Nora Llewellyn and Staci Sherbert for their volunteer service at the Moraga Library in partnership with the Acalanes Union High School District. Their assistance with shelving children's books and videos, which are always in high demand, is greatly appreciated. Mary Zann—In recognition of Mary Zann, art coordinator, who has for several years dedicated her time and efforts to beautifying the walls of the Moraga Library with the work of local artists. Mary has worked tirelessly to see that the walls in the exhibit area are always adorned and to give local artists a showcase for their talents. Orinda Library Vina Pringle - In recognition of Vina Pringle for faithfully volunteering every Monday morning at the Orinda Library, assisting the staff in preparing for the week ahead and willingly undertaking any task assigned to her. Pinole Library Carroll Beard and Antonio Medrano -In recognition of Carroll Beard and Antonio Medrano for their dedication to the Pinole Library. Carroll serves as the Pinole Friend's President and Library Commissioner and he has continued to provide the library with much needed revenue and recognition in the community. Antonio volunteers as an after-school monitor and as an inspirational tutor for high school students in Advanced Placement government and history classes. Supervisorial District 3 Brentwood Library Donna Coker and Marsha Geeser—In recognition of Donna Coker and Marsha Geeser for the wonderful service they have provided as"Book Buddy"read-aloud volunteers for the past three years. Patrons know when they drop off their child with Donna or Marsha,their child will experience the magic of books and reading. Danville Library Danville Library "Stories To Go"volunteers: Carolyn Kramer, Millie Day, Kris Lamanno, Renee Lam, Jean Taylor and Carol Piras-In recognition of the Danville Library's"Stories To Go"volunteers for their dedicated service in promoting literacy through their story time sessions at Danville pre-schools. San Ramon Library Vanessa Peng—In recognition of Vanessa Peng for her exemplary volunteer service to the San Ramon Library. Vanessa has assisted with cleaning and recovering books,making nametags and keeping the children's picture book area in order. Bob Smith—In recognition of Bob Smith for eight years of dedication and service to the San Ramon Library. In addition to being an invaluable part of the morning team, Bob is a jazz enthusiast who also helps at the annual concerts and programs. 0ABOSWolunteer recognition 2003.doc w Contra Costa County Library 2003 Annual Volunteer & Community Partners Report March 9, 2004 Page 3 Walnut Creek Library Walnut Creek Friends of the Library Book Sorter Teams: Bobbie Gillis, Toni Finger, Beatrice Jepsen, Betty Todd, Jonnie Semrad, Barbara Branton, Lucy Finsand, Barbara Malmgren, l4nna Mae Mahoney, Pat Moal, Lillian Ruppenthal, Mary Ogden and Denise Mathews -In recognition of the Book Sorter Teams of the Friends of the Walnut Creek Library for their expertise and commitment to making the sale of books donated to the library a major source of revenue that ensures continuous support and improvement of the Walnut Creek Library. Ygnacio Valley Library Lottie Kornfeld-In recognition of Lottie Kornfeld for superior talents and gracious willingness to work on a wide variety of projects that advance the goals of the Ygnacio Valley Library in serving its users. Supervisorial District 4 Clayton Library Yange and Pete Painter — In recognition of Vange and Pete Painter for their dedication to the Clayton Community Library since 1995. Vange, serving as the "Book Buddy" read-aloud program advisor has volunteered 1,111 hours and has delighted many children with her storytelling abilities. Pete has volunteered 1,291 hours and is responsible for checking in, shelving, and sensitizing library materials. Thank you, Vange and Pete, for your outstanding commitment to the Clayton Community Library. Dave Atkinson—In recognition of Dave Atkinson, who began volunteering prior to the opening of the library in 1995. Dave has served as the Treasurer for the Clayton Community Library Foundation, tutor to several students, Computer Task Force member and web site manager. He also assists with the bi-annual Foundation book sales, has made wooden shelving for the book sales, assists at special events, creates and hangs signs, and coordinates the buy-a-brick fundraising project. Thank you, Dave, for your priceless contributions to the Clayton Community Library. Pleasant Hill Library Ellen Monaghan and Norman Cox—In recognition of Ellen Monaghan and Norman Cox for their commitment to checking and repairing audio-visual materials for the Pleasant Hill Library. The ever-popular videotapes receive a prolonged shelf life due to the patience and dedication of Ellen and Norman. Project Second Chance Marilyn Morris -In recognition of Marilyn Morris for her outstanding leadership of the Project Second Chance nonprofit fundraising and advocacy Board, PSC, Inc. Ken Bellingham - In recognition of Ken Bellingham for his very generous contribution of time and talent to Project Second Chance students who want to use computers to improve their basic literacy skills and for demonstrating to their tutors all that can be accomplished by using the program's computer learning lab. Wilruss Trust"Stories To Go" and"Reach Out and Read"Programs Judy Karg-In recognition of Judy Karg for her service with the Stories To Go program. Every week for three years Judy has enthusiastically provided story times to children at the George Miller Head Start in Concord. Mary Beth Lilly-In recognition of Mary Beth Lilly for her work as a Reach Out and Read and Stories To Go volunteer over the last year. She has reached hundreds of children through her volunteer work,providing children in Concord with great stories and a connection to the library. Supervisorial District 5 Antioch Library Lillie Rogers—In recognition of Lillie Rogers for mending, gluing,taping and taking such good care of our library books. We appreciate your dedication and hard work. Thank you for being part of the Antioch Library team! Bay Point Library Patricia Mickelwait, Raul Moreno, Thuyet Nguyen&Kimberly Sanders—In recognition of Patricia Mickelwait, Raul Moreno, Thuyet Nguyen&Kimberly Sanders for their outstanding talents and continued service at the Bay Point Library Homework Help Center. 0ABOSWolunteer recognition 2003.doc Contra Costa County Library 2003 Annual Volunteer & Community Partners Report March 9, 2004 Page 4 Pittsburg Library Brandon Baker, Courtney LaFrades&Howard Polansky-In recognition of their dedication as Pittsburg Library Homework Help volunteers and for the many hours spent helping children of all ages and adults as well with their homework and educational endeavors Technology for Teens in Transition Bob Higgins and Irvin Starr—In recognition of Bob Higgins and Irvin Starr for their long-time dedication to the teens participating in the"Technology for Teens in Transition"program located in juvenile hall. They have taught computer skills to hundreds of kids and have touched many lives by listening,teaching and caring. Their giving spirit is an inspiration to all! Wilruss Trust"Stories To Go" and"Reach Out and Read"Programs Kathy Snell-In recognition of Kathy Snell for her commitment to serving the children of Pittsburg and Brentwood through Reach Out and Read and Stories To Go. Her love of literature and her enthusiasm for the programs have touched many lives in these communities. Bay Area Public Libraries: Use of Volunteers Libraries Average FTE Population of The Legal Service Volunteers per Week Area x. '..t. x'rs:• .3. x ^F: S Y F. s c x, K K 3 x ti z. r � a •i 1 u W 3Y e .sib nt:M ..r4 ..•Y 3 +. .:. .:xv. ..'......,:..r-.....,a. .....'r.... ..:<y...w.v........X.s.'.'rv.:...ay...,. yW.. pkv. a N a.^4._'[.,T,.w.. c.,r,:v3.N.\. -•fi~ :tk'v.ni Redwood City Public Library 41 76,300 Marin County Free Library 30.64 13 6,72 5 Oakland Public Library 22 4279200 Sacramento Public Library 18.56 1,219,100 Santa Clara Coun Library 17.3 4039450 San Jose Public Library 15.38 918,000 San Rafael Public Library 15 569700 Sonoma County Library 13.06 4719000 San Leandro Community Library 11 819300 San Francisco Public Library 10 7931,600 Solano County Library 8.58 3559000 Hayward Public Library 8 144,300 Palo Alto City Library 7.54 609500 South San Francisco Public Library 7.5 61,000 Alameda County Lib 6.75 5111650 Berkeley Public Library 6 1041600 San Mateo Public Library 6 9700 San Mateo CounV Library 5 2709400 Santa Clara City Library 4.85 104,300 Napa City County Library 4.65 1211975 Salinas Public Library 4.02 1489400 Belvedere-Tiburon Library 4 109900 Sunnyvale Public Library 3.77 1329800 Pleasanton Public Library 3.5 66,200 Benicia Public Library 3.5 27,000 Daly City Public Library 3 104,400 Menlo Park Public Library 3 311100 Mill Valley Public Library 2.9 139700 Mountain View Public Library 2 719600 Larkspur Public Library 2 129100 Alameda Free Library 1.55 749600 Los Gatos Public Library 1.05 28,950 Burlingame Public Library 0.75 351)700 San Anselmo Public Library 0.5 129400 Sausalito Public Library 0.43 71375 Livermore Public Library 0.18 769700 San Bruno Public Library 0.15 409350 Richmond Public Library 0 1013100 Source:California State Library,FY 01-02 0ABOSWolunteer recognition 2003.doc