Thank you to our volunteer Public Library Board Trustees. Your service is appreciated. 

Board terms are for four years and expire April 30. When there is a vacancy, the person appointed to the position fills out the remainder of the term–to whatever date the term expires, rather than four years from appointment. After filling an unexpired term, a Trustee is eligible for up to two four-year terms before a one year break is required before seeking reappointment. 

Example: Joe’s term expires April 30, 2024 and Linda’s expires April 30, 2025. Both resign in January. In February, the city council appoints Richard to Joe’s position and Mary to Linda’s position. Richard’s term still expires April 30, 2024, and Mary’s term still expires April 30, 2025. Both are eligible to be appointed to two full four-year terms after serving out the remaining term to which they were appointed.