Bloomington, IN
The meeting was called to order at 1:10 by Chapter Chair, Laurie
Probst.
The minutes of the 2000 meeting were approved.
The treasurer’s report was approved.
Announcements (L. Probst)
Election ballots for Secretary-Treasurer will be collected and counted by
Linda Hartig and Richard LeSueur.
Laurie acknowledged and thanked the Local Arrangements Committee (headed
by Ralph Papakhian and Sue Stancu), the Program Committee (led by Rick
Jones), and the meeting sponsors (listed in the program).
Laurie announced that a new chapter newsletter editor is needed, as
Jennifer Bollermann is leaving the Chapter. She will help out with the
next issue.
Laurie recognized those attending their first Chapter meeting.
Retiree Fund Scholarships were awarded to Erin Mullen (University of
Illinois) and Todd O’Connor (University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee).
Congratulations!
One retirement was announced this year: Carol Hallenbeck (Ohio Wesleyan
University).
Paula Matthews gave a report from the MLA Board. She also noted that she
is “4 for 4” in attending the Midwest Chapter meetings during her tenure
on the MLA Board. She brought us up to date on the activities of the
Board; a letter detailing these activities will be sent to the membership.
The MLA member handbook, annual meeting information, and ballot will be
mailed in November. Paula reminded us that the annual meeting will be
held in Las Vegas and will have a slightly different schedule. The
national membership stands at 2618 and is growing. Paula noted the
importance of the Midwest Chapter to the national organization, and
recognized those Chapter members who serve as committee chairs, officers,
and Board members.
Laurie announced that the Chapter will hold a meeting during the national
meeting; details will be given later.
Mary Wallace Davidson reminded us that the Saturday morning session will
be held in Sweeney Hall in the Simon Music Building, a short walk from the
Union.
Laura Gayle Green announced a cataloger vacancy at the University of
Missouri-Kansas City.
Committee Reports
Bylaws Committee (B. Christensen)
No report.
Cataloging Committee (P. Falk)
Eight people attended the meeting on Thursday. Joe Hafner made a presentation on CORC. The committee discussed publishing a new edition of Directory of Automation Projects and decided to move forward on this project. The meeting ended with a round robin.
Membership Committee (L. Probst)
The Membership Committee chair, Cathy Lutz, has resigned. Richard LeSueur has agreed to be chair for the next year. More committee members are also needed.
Public Services Committee (H. Smith-Borne)
Sixteen people attended the meeting, which included a discussion of 2002 program planning. The committee has successfully revised its charge (published in the newsletter). The group also discussed various issues including electronic resources and how to hire qualified support staff. Publications Committee (R. Inman)
The committee is looking at these current or proposed projects:
It was suggested that a panel discussion on consortial agreements, licensing, periodical indexing and full-text issues might be useful.
Technology, Archives, Preservation, and Sound Committee (D. Widmer)
Six people attended the meeting. The Committee is looking at the possibility of a TAPS webpage on the Chapter website. They discussed keeping current by monitoring electronic lists, and reviewed past activities and objectives of the Committee. A possible program is planned for next year.
Election results
Mary Huismann was re-elected Secretary-Treasurer.
Old Business
A survey on the annual meeting structure was published in the spring issue of the newsletter (also available on the web). Only a few responses were received. Laurie asked that everyone take time to fill out the survey.
New Business
Future meeting site
Our next meeting will be in Bloomington (IL), 17-19 October 2002. We look forward to seeing the new library at Illinois Wesleyan!
Beyond that, the 2003 meeting is set for Iowa City (dates TBA). The 2004 meeting will be held in St. Louis. 2004 is also the anniversary of the 1904 World’s Fair.
Other new business
Laurie announced that a Chapter History Task Force has been created, chaired by Therese Zoski-Dickman and Steve Sundell. The Task Force will coordinate projects with the Publications Committee.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Huismann
Secretary-Treasurer