Board Member Information

Help Us Plan our Future as a Member of the Library District Board

Our Mission: Serving and Empowering People. Providing Resources for Life, Leisure, and Learning.

Are you outgoing and community minded?

Are you involved in civic and volunteer activities?

Do you take a keen interest in the development of library services in Delta County?

Delta County Libraries Board of Trustees requests applications for Cedaredge, Crawford, and Delta board positions.

Delta County Libraries currently has two open seats on our District Board of Trustees.

Delta representative, filling remainder of term ending 1/31/2027
At-Large representative, filling remainder of term ending 1/31/2029

The Board adopts and oversees the budget, bylaws and policies; conducts long range planning; and hires and supervises the library district director.

The Board meets once a month on a weekday afternoon, rotating among the libraries in our district.

Application deadline: Wednesday, May 13.

Library Board Member Application

Today's Date

First Name

Last Name

Phone Number

Email Address

Address

Address 2

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Are you 18 years of age or older?

Yes

No

How long have you lived in the Library District?

Position Interest

Please select the board position you are interested in (you may only apply for a position representing the service area you reside in.)

Crawford

Cedaredge

Qualifications and Experience

How do you see libraries contributing to our community's life, leisure, and learning?

Describe any experience you have with board service, collaborative decision-making, or public service.

What skills or experiences do you have that would be valuable in overseeing library operations, including property management and fiscal oversight?

Describe your experience with advocacy or promoting community services.

How do you stay informed about community needs and current trends in public services?

Understanding of Trustee Responsibilities

I understand that trustees serve without salary or other compensation.

I am prepared to commit several hours per month to board meetings, committee work, and advocacy activities.

I am willing to participate in professional development opportunities related to library governance.

I understand the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.

I am committed to supporting the library's mission of providing free services to all residents.

I am willing to work collaboratively with other board members and the library director.

Short Answer Questions

How would you contribute to the strategic planning process for the library's future?

What ideas do you have for promoting library services and increasing the library's visibility in our community?

Have you been convicted of a crime?

Yes

No

If yes, please explain

If you would like to share a resume or additional certification with the board for consideration, you can do so here.

Resume

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100 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt rtf pdf doc docx odt ppt pptx odp xls xlsx ods.