Library Board Meeting Date: June 12, 2024
To: Library Board
From: Natalie Draper, Library Director
Title
2025 Board and Commission Appointment Process Update
Body
Action Requested:
None.
Summary Report:
In preparation for the 2025 board and commission appointment process, the Library Board will receive an update on the current board and commission appointment process and timeline, members up for reappointment, and members who are no longer eligible for reappointment (if applicable).
The following Library Board members’ terms expire on December 31, 2024 but they are eligible to apply for reappointment:
Kate Carlson Appointed 2023 (Partial Term)
Jane Moore Appointed 2022 (1st Term)
The following Library Board members have reached their term limit:
None
In addition, the Library Board has one vacant full term, expiring December 31, 2026.
Board and commission members with expiring terms have been notified via email and mail of their status. The application process officially begins on July 1, 2024 but members are welcome to apply at any time. The application can be found online at https://weblink.ci.northfield.mn.us/Forms/BCApplication or a paper copy can be obtained at City Hall in the Administration office.
If a member chooses not to apply for reappointment, please let the Administration department and board/commission staff liaison know as soon as possible.
Alternative Options:
N/A
Financial Impacts:
N/A
Tentative Timelines:
June Mayor, staff liaisons, and members notified of term expirations
July 1 Board/commission application process officially begins
August 1 Board/commission application process ends
Mid-August Mayor begins interviews with applicants
Mid-September Mayor concludes interviews with applicants
October 2025 appointments are approved by Council
January 1, 2025 New terms start