[Library Board] Board of Trustees

The Moon Township Public Library Board of Trustees met on September 17, 2025, and approved the July 2025 minutes with a correction to a statement attributed to a trustee. During public comment, a representative of the Friends of the Library reported the group’s recent activities, including a wizarding booth, book sale, and upcoming events, and asked the board to clarify its vision and plan for the library before the Friends commit further support. The board received monthly reports: the board president encouraged trustees to donate during Love Your Library month to take advantage of a prorated match from the Jack Buncher Foundation. The treasurer reported a cash balance of $1.0 million, with revenue of $386,000 (down $36,000 from last year due to timing of local government funding) and expenses of $383,000 (up $30,000), resulting in a $40,000 surplus. The board approved the financial report. In the director’s report, the director addressed questions about a tattoo fundraiser, explaining it offers temporary, henna, or no tattoos, is limited to ages 21 and older, includes a special liquor permit, and has drawn no complaints. The finance committee is working with the Allegheny County Library Association to map all bank and investment accounts. The fundraising committee outlined plans for a One Day Pumpkin Patch on October 11, featuring pumpkins, painting, face painting, and fall food, with a backup date of November 22, and a Romantasy Carnival on February 7, an adults-only event with tarot readings, games, a DJ, and a fundraising goal of $3,000 to $5,000. An employee reported that the military is seeking to connect with students through a potential career fair or fundraiser. The building committee proposed an executive session to discuss a transition viability plan and legal counsel. No old business was discussed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 15. The meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m.