Library Board
The Library Board was established by City Ordinance in 1898 and governs the Library pursuant to the bylaws. The members of the Board are selected by the Caucus and appointed by the Mayor with approval by the City Council. Trustees serve a maximum of two three-year terms. Officers are elected annually in July.
Trustees
Josh Jackson
President
Second term ends June 2028
Emily Van Bel
Vice President
Second term ends June 2029
Vince Sparrow
Treasurer
First term ends June 2027
Garth Pearson
Secretary
First term ends June 2027
Jim Clifton
Trustee
Second term ends June 2027
Edward Cragwall
Trustee
First term ends June 2029
William Parthun
Trustee
First term ends June 2029
Bob Shaw
Trustee
Second term ends June 2028
Heather Strong
Trustee
Second term ends June 2027
Meetings
Regular Board Meetings are held at 6:30 pm on the third Tuesday of each month. Please refer to the upcoming list for schedule changes and special meetings.
The public is welcome to attend and share comments at Board Meetings. Please refer to the Public Comment at Board Meetings Policy.
Upcoming Meeting Dates and Documents
October 2026 coming soon
October 20 Agenda
October 20 Packet
October 20 Minutes
November 2026 coming soon
November 17 Agenda
November 17 Packet
November 17 Minutes
December 2026 coming soon
December 15 Agenda
December 15 Packet
December 15 Minutes
Recent and Archived Documents
Go to the Library YouTube channel to access recent Board Meeting recordings.
Access the digital archive of 1898–2019 Board Meeting minutes.