4.2.3 LMC Minutes.pdf

Library Management Committee (LMC) Minutes - 18th Meeting (29 July 2022)

Key Highlights:

This meeting focused on several crucial aspects of the university library's development and operations.

Major Decisions and Actions:

1. Digital Transformation: The committee confirmed the decision to purchase RFID technology for a phased implementation, with a current pause due to budget considerations (as detailed in Annexure-3).

2. Database Subscription: Due to an inability to provide service from the existing I-Scholar database provider, EBSCO was selected as the new online database subscription for the library.

3. Fine Waiver: The committee decided to waive late fines incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic and establish a new system for fine collection moving forward, with details yet to be finalized.

4. Library Professional Training: Academic officers from each department will receive training in Library Management Software (Koha) from the Central Library to streamline book circulation within departmental libraries.

5. Future E-Resource Acquisition: The committee expressed a commitment to expanding e-resource collections, with specific plans to be developed in the future.

Action Items:

Implement fine waiver for COVID-19 related late fees.
Finalize fine collection policy and communication strategy.
Establish training program for academic officers on Koha software.
Develop a plan for expanding e-resource collections.