Queensborough Community College The City University of New York Library Committee Minutes January 19, 2005 Members Present: Rob Becker, English; Jose Osorio, Foreign Languages; Matthew Trachman, Social Sciences, Committee Chairperson; Dr. K. Kim, Chief Librarian, ex­officio; Kathleen Allen, Administration Liaison. The meeting was called to order at 10:00. 1. The minutes of the meeting of December 1, 2004 were approved. 2. The Committee continued with its plan to review existing assessment resources. As per the review plan generated the previous meeting, Committee members distributed relevant materials and reported on their findings. A. Rob Becker reported that national standards for both four­year and two­year institutions are thoroughly outlined in documents posted on the American Library Association website. B. Jose Osorio reported on CUNY wide facilities. Data from the CUNY Libraries Report of 2003 (the latest year for which data are available) break down vital statistics for all campuses. A preliminary analysis reveals that Queensborough is last among the colleges in several key categories. C. Kathy Allen reported that as little prior assessment information exists for the QCC Library, she would now consult the college’s Strategic Plan for past and current goals and objectives. D. Dr. Kim reported to the Committee the start of a new Library needs assessment that will be completed in time for the next meeting. Among areas targeted for review are the book budget, Library space, and security concerns. E. Matthew Trachman reported on accessibility issues. Following on the Committee meeting of November 10, 2004, Dr. Trachman met again with Barbara Bookman, the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities, who is working to complete a review of disability issues on campus. A booklet
to be available campus­wide will outline accessibility in the Library and will specifically address restroom access and signage in Braille. 3. The Committee agreed to study the materials distributed today in preparation for the next meeting, which will occur on February 14 th at 2:00 PM. An additional meeting was tentatively scheduled for March 2 nd or March 16 th from 1 to 3 PM. The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 AM. Respectfully submitted, Rob Becker