Library Board
The Board of Trustees of the Sloan Public Library consists of seven members, appointed to the board by the City of Sloan. All members to the board will be for six years, except to fill vacancies.
Current members of the Board of Trustees are: Karel Birnie; Darby Iverson; Dixie Iverson, Treasurer; Lisa Koenig; Joanna Low; Mary Parker, President; Jessica Myers; and Steve Spohr.
As existing board members terms expire, we need new individuals to join the board. If you are a resident of the communities of Sloan or Salix and have an interest in serving on the Library Board, please contact the library at 712-428-4200.
Sloan Public Library Meeting Minutes
Thursday, August 6, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Library Meeting Room
Director Victoria Eliason; Librarian Teresa Ernst; Treasurer Dixie Iverson; Mary Parker, President; Lisa Koenig; Karel Birnie; Joanna Low; Steve Spohr; Darby Iverson; and Jessica Myers.
Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 6:32 pm
Minutes Approval from 6-17-26 Motion to accept was made by Lisa K.; 2nd by Karel B.. M.C.
Bills Approval Motion to accept was made by Mary P.; 2nd by Lisa K. M.C.
Treasurer’s Reports Motion to accept was made by Karel B.; 2nd by Steve S. M.C.
Public Comment
Librarian’s Report: See Attached Sheet
Unfinished Business:
*Sloan Public Library’s 80th Anniversary
-August 13 and 14.
-8/13: Foam Party
-8/14: Hot dog cook out
-Purchase supplies from Sam’s
-Menu: Hot dogs/Buns, Chips, Lemonade and cake.
-Yard Signs from Erin Haveman
-Price: $100.00
-SPL T-shirts and Table coverings
-Library purchased shirts for employees.
*Summer Reading Report
-Vicky presented numbers of summer activities at the library. Story time=107
attendees. Children once again enjoyed visiting nearby gardens and UnCommon Grounds.
-Additional programming was well received by patrons. Monday afternoon
numbers held steady with 40 total for Chess and 96 total for Legos. These two activities will more than likely be repeated next summer. Salix would like additional story times in their park. Toby Kidd was enjoyed by all who came to see him. He was definitely worth the money spent on his show.
*Back HVAC Replacement
Still waiting for this to be finished. Vicky followed up with Jake at Goodin Insurance and with Brenden Brouillette to see what the hold up was. Going on second month without it being operational. Brenden did not feel that the compressor was the issue and was pushing for full replacement of unit. Waiting for insurance to respond to his findings.
New Business:
*Welcome to Jessica Myers-newest board member
*Teresa Ernst Resignation Acceptance Motion was made to accept Teresa’s resignation by Lisa K.; 2nd
by Karel B. M.C.
-Enter Text Thread to Record -Vicky texted the board to alert them to Teresa’s resignation and
to call for an earlier board meeting. Screen shots of that conversation were included in board packet.
*Review Library Assistant Personnel Policy -Personnel policy was reviewed and approved as
written. No changes needed at this time.
-Review Advertisement for Position
*Dates to Meet with District Consultant to Work on Strategic Plan
-Board discussion on open dates to work with Maryanne M. on the preliminary
work of revising the library’s Strategic Plan. Dates were suggested. Vicky to
contact Maryanne to arrange a date.
-Date will be August 25 at 5 pm.
*Update on Barb
-Following some health struggles, Barb is ready to return to work.
*Update on Eric
-Vicky updated the board members about Eric E.’s ongoing health struggles and
alerted the board as to how it would affect her work schedule.
*Closure on August 7-due to staffing issues
*Upcoming Programs:
*Walk Fit and Senior Flex & Fit Continues-MWF at 9:30 AM
*Mahjong Wednesdays at 1:30 pm
*Foam Party-August 13 at 2 pm
*80th Anniversary Cook Out-August 14; 11 am-1 pm at Community Center
Board Education
Other Business
Next Meeting: Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Adjourn Meeting was adjourned at 7:40 pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Victoria Eliason
Sloan Public Library Meeting
Monday, September 21, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Library Meeting Room
Director Victoria Eliason; Librarian Michelle Westergaard; Treasurer Dixie Iverson; Mary Parker, President; Lisa Koenig; Karel Birnie; Joanna Low; Steve Spohr; Darby Iverson; and Jessica Myers.
Call to Order
Minutes Approval from 8-6-26
Bills Approval
Treasurer’s Reports
Public Comment
Librarian’s Report: See Attached Sheet
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
*Back HVAC Replacement
*Strategic Plan
-due by February
-Three Service Response areas to focus on.
NEW BUSINESS
*Welcome to Michelle Westergaard—our new assistant librarian.
*Approve new Mission Statement
-Sloan Public Library provides resources to help our communities connect, discover, and
learn.
-As discussed at meeting with District Consultant Maryanne M.
*Digital Sign Issue
*External Book Return Issue
*FY2026 Annual Report Submitted
-Due October 30
*UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
*Walk Fit and Senior Flex & Fit Continues-MWF at 9:30 AM
*Mahjong Wednesdays at 1:30 pm
*SCCC Preschool Resumed Story Time Visits
*Vicky to attend Sioux County Training Day on Thursday, September 24
*Vicky on vacation 9/24-9/28
*Adult Craft Night Resumes October 1 (Paper Bag Ghost Door Hanger) at 5 pm.
Board Education
*Review Circulation Policy Revisions.
Other Business
Next Meeting: Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Adjourn
Open Meeting—Public Invited to Attend