City Of Boise Seeking Library Board Of Trustees Applicants

Press release from the City of Boise:

May 14, 2021

The City of Boise is now seeking applicants interested in serving on Boise Public Library’s Board of Trustees. Last year the board conducted a successful search for a new Library Director and supported the Library as it helped the community stay connected and informed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the next year, in addition to providing fiscal and policy oversight, the board will oversee a library strategic planning process. Interested residents must have the ability to meet monthly, be residents of the City of Boise and be willing to serve a five-year term. Meetings are typically held the second Thursday of the month beginning at 11:30 a.m. Residents can apply now by sending a cover letter and resume to commissionapplications@cityofboise.org.

The deadline to apply is June 6th. Per state statue, the Trustees govern the Library and aid it in serving its mission to improve community members' quality of life by supporting their efforts to enhance knowledge, realize creative potential, and share ideas and stories. Trustees uphold the Library’s values and commitments to intellectual freedom, universal access, innovation, and providing a world class experience for all members of the community. With five voting members, the board will represent the diverse spectrum of users who enjoy all that Boise has to offer.

Geographic diversity, as well as expertise and experience in areas relevant to the board’s purpose, will be considered in the appointment process. Trustees are selected by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.

This press release was produced by the City of Boise. The views expressed here are the author’s own.