Betty Blodgett reminded everyone to correctly checkout the departmental equipment using the check out system which is now in place. She also asked for suggestions for a better system. A library card type system was suggested. Betty reported that good judgement needs to be used in copying materials as the departmental budget is limited and we are spending an enormous amount of money on copying. Faculty were reminded to make one copy of articles and book chapters and then take the copy to Copy Plus.
Students can then go over and pick up and pay for their copies.
She notified the faculty that library copying cards are now available at Linda's desk. The faculty member or student worker must sign for the card and return it to Linda. She said that as far as she knew no estimates had been obtained nor had an architect been contacted. Kathy Pasco reported that expansion funds have been requested for First Steps but the possibility of additional funds looks bleak. Jean Miller reported that health insurance, faculty salaries and faculty loads were topics that were discussed at the last Faculty Senate meeting.