The Churchill County Library has completed renovations to its children's area and is preparing to introduce new technology for patrons, Director John Hong reported during the July 23 meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.
Hong said the renovated children's area now includes lower shelving on wheels that makes book covers easier for children to browse while allowing staff to reconfigure the space as needed. The redesign also created a permanent Story Time area. He also announced the library has selected a new adult services librarian and that the hiring process is nearing completion.
Grant-funded technology is expected to arrive by the end of July. Six Samsung tablets will be available for in-library checkout, allowing patrons to access library databases and print documents. Four DVD players also will be available for checkout for residents who still borrow DVDs but no longer own a player.
Hong also highlighted participation in the Summer Reading Program. The June 6 kickoff drew more than 181 attendees, and readers have already claimed more than 600 prizes. The program continues through July 31. During June, Story Time attracted 404 participants, author talks drew 37 attendees, and Chess Club welcomed 61 participants.
Trustees reviewed Board Training Module 7, which focused on the responsibilities of board officers. Hong outlined the duties of the chair, vice chair, secretary, and treasurer, noting that boards may establish additional officer positions as needed. Trustee Ryan Swirczek said the chair's authority to appoint committees stood out to him, even though the Churchill County Library Board does not currently use committees. Trustee Mattie Serna requested a future agenda item explaining how board officers are elected each January.
During trustee reports, Sari Koehler promoted the Friends of the Library's Books, Bites & Beverages fundraiser, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Proceeds will support the Summer Reading Program, volunteer appreciation events, Story Time crafts, the adult lunch book club, adult crafting programs, and STEAM programming. Koehler also thanked the community and library staff for supporting library programs. Serna echoed those comments after participating in Story Time.
Hong also announced a Nevada Department of Wildlife program featuring live animal artifacts, including bones and pelts, at 2 p.m. Aug. 4.
In other business, trustees unanimously approved the June 2026 budget report and gift fund report. The board's next meeting is scheduled for Aug. 7.
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