Board of Trustees
Mid-Columbia Libraries is governed by a seven member Board of Trustees appointed jointly by the Benton and Franklin County Commissioners. Board members' terms are for seven years. Board members serve without salary, but are reimbursed for necessary travel expenses. The Board is the policy-making body for the library district.
They have the power to determine the rules and regulations governing library service and personnel, as mandated by the library laws of the State of Washington. The officers are a Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary.
Meetings are open to the public and public comment is welcomed. Information on the members, meeting schedule, agenda and minutes is found by clicking on the links or by contacting the Executive Director's office at 582-4745 ext 3116.
Board Members
Mid-Columbia Libraries is governed by a seven member Board of Trustees appointed jointly by the Benton and Franklin County Commissioners. Board members are volunteer citizens who represent different regions of the library service area.
Current Board members are:
Gloria Garcia, Chair
Tom Callahan, Vice-Chair
Sandy LePage, Secretary
Jerry Hug
Susan Paysse
Randal Fox
Meeting Information
Board meetings are scheduled on the third Monday of the month, starting at 6:00pm, with the exception of the January and February regular meetings. Special meetings and workshop sessions are also held as needed. Board meetings are generally held at the Keewaydin Park Library, 405 S. Dayton Street, Kennewick, WA. Please check the agendas for the specific schedule and meeting location.
Agenda
The agenda of a Board meeting is available the week prior to a scheduled meeting. Please check the Web site for the agenda or contact the Executive Director's office at 582-4745 ext 3116. See the agendas>>
Minutes
The minutes of Board meetings are available on the public Web site. Please check the Web site for the minutes or contact the Executive Director's office at 582-4745 ext 3116. See the meeting minutes>>
Contact the Board
The Board welcomes comments and suggestions. You can contact the Board via email, or mail:
Board of Trustees
Mid-Columbia Libraries
405 S. Dayton Street
Kennewick, WA 99336
