Belmar Library Board Considers Extending Hours, Boosting Community Engagement

Overview: The latest meeting of the Belmar Library Board of Trustees encompassed a variety of discussions, with notable topics including potential changes to the library’s operating hours, the establishment and funding of after-school clubs, and issues with the library’s window installation. The board also focused on community engagement through upcoming events and programs.

Belmar Library Board Addresses Noise Complaints Amid Community Events

Overview: The most recent meeting of the Belmar Library Board of Trustees addressed community concerns, most notably the noise complaints resulting from concerts held at the library. The discussion surrounding the concerts’ noise levels took precedence, with multiple residents raising issues about the potential violation of state law and local ordinances. The board considered implementing the use of a decibel meter to ensure compliance with noise regulations and to possibly reconsider the scheduling of future events if legal limits are exceeded. The president of the board agreed to seek legal counsel on the matter to respond appropriately to the community’s concerns.

Belmar Library Prepares for Historic Window Replacement

Overview: The Belmar Library Board of Trustees recently convened to discuss several issues, with the window replacement project taking center stage. Alongside this, the trustees focused on strategic planning, community engagement, and programming, including the establishment of a Spanish bilingual collection and a College and Career section, as well as the handling of rare books in the library’s collection.

Belmar Library Board of Trustees Discusses Strategic Planning and Community Program Funding

Overview: The Belmar Library Board of Trustees convened to discuss a series of topics including strategic planning for the library, the funding and structure of community programs, and the library’s budget and infrastructure needs. The board engaged in a detailed debate over the allocation of funds, the potential reallocation from fitness instructors to recreational events, and the exploration of methods to engage community feedback for the strategic plan. Additionally, the upcoming local author book fair, a proposal for a summer concert series, and Sunday programming for children were key points of interest.

Belmar Library Board of Trustees Deliberates on Budget Allocation and Capital Improvements

Overview: The Belmar Library Board of Trustees convened recently to discuss the upcoming year’s budget, potential capital improvements, and library programming. Major items of deliberation included the allocation of $200,000 for window repairs or tax relief, the transfer of surplus funds to the Capital reserve, and the installation of ADA-compliant bathrooms.