The nine-member Library Board, established by City Ordinance in 1898, 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.

The Board meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the Reed Room located on the first floor. The public is welcome to attend. Your comments and suggestions are always welcome.

View Board meeting dates, agendas, materials, and minutes.

The board welcomes public participation. Please see our Public Comment at Board Meetings Policy for guidelines on how to participate.

Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in Board meetings, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meetings or the facilities, are requested to contact the Library Director at 847.810.4602 promptly to allow the Library to make reasonable accommodations.