Knowledge Base: Library Policies

It is the responsibility of the Board to concentrate on governance and advocacy.

1. 1. 1. It is the responsibility of the Board to regularly assess the needs of the community in relation to the library.

1. 1. 2. The Board sets the policies of the library which should be updated on a regular basis.

1. 1. 3. The Board establishes the budget and financial reporting system and ensures that sufficient funds are obtained to operate the library.

1. 1. 4. The Board hires, instructs, monitors and evaluates the position of Library Director.

1. 1. 5. The Board shall conduct a review of the Plan of Service yearly at the January Board meeting and develop a new Plan of Service every 5 years.

1. 1. 6. The Board monitors and evaluates the library’s operation.

1. 1. 7. The Board advocates for the value of libraries, building community relationships.

1. 1. 8. The Board establishes board committees, officers and other board structures.