We're Getting an App

If you're a user of the SirsiDynix Bookmyne app, you know that all the app does is give you access to the library catalog and your account. We'd like to give people access to programs and calendars and meeting rooms and contact information and reference and so much more all through a mobile app. So SHARE is purchasing SirsiDynix Blue Could Mobile app as part of our contract renewal. We hope to have the app up and running this summer. 

From Linda:
The City of Kenosha is gathering input for the Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood (KIN), which will be built at the former Chrysler site. While there have recently been some in person meetings, and there will be more in the future, I encourage you to take the survey. I also encourage you to take the time to attend the in person meetings coming up in June and August.

The next Library Board meeting is Tuesday. There are a number of things on the agenda. We'll be asking the Board to cease using the Collection Agency as part of our efforts to remove barriers to library services. We're changing Jeremy and Sandy's job titles on the organizational chart and Rob will add Maintenance to his list of department responsibilities. Don't worry- Dan isn't going anywhere! Please continue to work with Dan for day to day issues.

Upcoming building projects:

• Installation of Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations at NS and SW
• Replacement of the existing air conditioners at Simmons with a geothermal system

Don't forget, we return to evening hours at NS and SW on May 17th.

The city has voted to keep their mask mandate in effect until May 27th. I will be working with the city's administration and legal department to understand how lifting the mandate will affect our ability to require face coverings  in the library. As soon as I have a firm answer, I will let you know.

We have 2 Bright Spots this week!

The first nomination comes from Patty: "This week, I would like to nominate Emily Kastelic for a Bright Spot Award for her empathetic, kind, and knowledgeable approach assisting a patron with completing and submitting an online form. Emily listened as the older woman mentioned experiencing a variety of life challenges and expressed hope for a positive outcome after submission of the document. Engagement involved conversation about a shared love of animals and humor to ease frustration about navigating the internet and using a keyboard."

And I nominate Sandy Bear for her generous and thoughtful spirit that brought SW a Cinco de Mayo lunch buffet from Taco Bell. Thanks for using our soda profits for such a fun treat!