Logan County Libraries
Knowlton Library
220 North Main Street * Bellefontaine, OHIO 43311-2228
Phone (937) 599-4189 * Fax (937) 599-5503
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Logan County Libraries Board of Trustees
Meeting Minutes – September 17, 2026
The Logan County Libraries Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the Knowlton Library, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311.
Members present were President Steve Henry, Steve Fansler, Lauren Ater, Bob Barnwell, and John Tucci, along with Fiscal Officer Stacy Sand. Debbie Weiskittle, Sharon Halter, and Director Beverly Arlequeeuw were absent.
The Acting Secretary read the minutes of the August 13, 2026, meeting. Ms. Ater made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Mr. Fansler. The motion carried.
Financial Report
The Fiscal Officer prepared and reported the monthly financial report for the period ending August 31, 2026.
- The General Fund showed a cash balance of $277,552.81.
- The Capital Project Fund showed a cash balance of $668,444.64.
- The Susie Parker Trust Fund showed a total balance of $61,069.64.
- The Hazel G Moore Memorial Fund showed a cash balance of $6,664.27.
Mr. Fansler made a motion to accept the Fiscal Officer's report, seconded by Mr. Tucci. Motion carried.
The Fiscal Officer reviewed the Public Library Fund revenue to date. She noted an increase in September 2026 compared to September 2025. The PLF shows an overall decrease of $37,389 for 2026.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- Library Sidewalk Replacement: The Board discussed the sidewalk replacement project. Members were informed that Alexander Concrete would complete the repairs in two phases to allow the library to remain open during the work. Alexander Concrete agreed to honor its original quote dated June 16, 2026, in the amount of $5,147.00.
- Van Grants: The Board was informed that Director Beverly Arlequeeuw had applied for two grants to help offset the cost of the van.
NEW BUSINESS
- Longevity Recognition Policy: A proposed longevity recognition policy was presented to the Board. Following discussion, consideration of the policy was tabled until the next meeting.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Statistics Report for August 2026
Circulation for August 2026:
- The system showed an overall increase of 403 items over August 2025.
- August 2026 Total Ohio Digital Library = 7110
Staff News
- Laurie Kneedles was hired to fill hours as Patron Services Assistant for 25 hours per week, effective September 14, 2026.
Other
- September is library card sign-up month
Executive Session
Executive session was entered at 4:18pm and exited at 4:25pm. No action was taken during executive session.
The next regular Board meeting will take place on Thursday, October 15, at 4:00 pm at the Knowlton Library in the Barnwell Board Room.
There being no other business, upon motion by Mr. Tucci, seconded by Mr. Barnwell, the meeting was adjourned at 4:27 P.M.