05-01-2025 Special Meeting Minutes Copy LABPERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD
May 1, 2025 Meeting Minutes, Unofficial Minutes Written by Nikki Scoville
Held: May 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM at Person County Public Library 319 S. Main St Roxboro, NC
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AGENDA – Annual Meeting
Call to Order, roll call, and certification of quorum.
Board Members Present: Anne Gibson, Charles Harvey, Jonathan Bradsher,
Absent: Susan Powell, Elizabeth McCoy, Kyle Puryear
Staff Present: Von Yeager, Nikki Scoville, Brian Hart
No Quorum Established
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order informally at 4:05 pm by Charles Harvey. Note: A quorum was
not present. As such, no official business was conducted. The discussion was held for
informational and planning purposes only.
II. Continued Discussion: Dedication of NC History Room to Maude Williams
A. Background
The discussion continued regarding how best to honor Maude Williams for her significant
contribution to the Person County Public Library through the donation of her home, which was
sold in 2015 for approximately $100,000.
B. Dedication Options Discussed
Renaming the Room
More time needed to complete planning; not feasible before the Summer Reading Kickoff event.
Plaque or Display Installation
A commemorative plaque or display could be prepared in time for the Summer Reading Kickoff
event.
C. Additional Discussion Points
Bradsher asked for clarification on the use of the donation funds.
Gibson explained: The house served as staff housing and was later sold. Proceeds funded the
most recent library renovations, including a bathroom remodel, new carpeting, fresh paint, and a
commissioned mural (now in the teen space).
Bradsher suggested the mural could be dedicated to Ms. Williams since it directly benefited from
the donation.
Harvey noted that the funds were unrestricted and supported improvements across the library not
just the mural.
Gibson emphasized the donation’s uniqueness, suggesting a Courier Times article and noting the
relevance of the 10-year anniversary.
Harvey proposed that a dedication of the new space could encourage future similar contributions.
D. Concerns were raised about ensuring the dedication aligns with Ms. Williams’ life,
values, or interests, and that appropriate vetting of the honoree's background should be
conducted.
Harvey suggested that Von meet with Mr. Williams, a relative, to gather input.
Harvey also referenced library benefactors Dewey and Carnegie in a brief side conversation.
E. Gibson reiterated the importance of board member attendance and engagement in
future meetings. Restating that this would be her last meeting.
IV. Public Comment
No members of the public were present.
V. Adjournment
As no quorum was present, the informal discussion concluded around 4:50 PM.