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  • Committees are the heart of the Friends organization.

    They play a vital role in supporting a strong and effective Board of Directors, which is essential to the success and sustainability of any nonprofit. Most of our work is carried out through committees. These groups take on responsibilities assigned by the board, offer recommendations for board action, and help improve overall board efficiency and impact.

  • Interested in getting involved?

    Please fill out the questions below so we have your most up-to-date contact information. After that, you’ll find brief descriptions of each committee. You may select up to three committees you’d like to serve on. Already on a committee and want to continue? Just indicate that in your selection!
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  • Financial Oversight (two committees that work closely together):

    Accounting and Audit

    Oversees and manages the Friends’ finances. The Committee Chair serves as Treasurer, with the Assistant Treasurer as a member. Responsibilities include interacting with auditors, reviewing the qualifications, independence, and performance of the auditors, and reviewing the Friends’ insurance coverage.

    Investment Oversight 

    Formulates investment policy and evaluates the performance of investment managers engaged to execute that policy.

    Advocacy 

    Advocates for the Library by articulating its needs and promoting its resources, programs, and services to increase public awareness of its value to the community.

    Development 

    Increases and diversifies the Friends’ revenue sources to ensure stable financial operations and the growth of the endowment. Activities include strategic giving campaigns, special events, and donor development.

    Governance and Nominating 

    Develops and implements a year-round process for recruiting, cultivating, nominating, orienting, training, and evaluating Board members and Officers.

    Membership

    Responsible for increasing, strengthening, and diversifying the Friends’ membership to support the purposes of the Friends.

    Programs

    Evaluates programs, aligns resources, and recommends library and Friends programs for the Friends to commit to and support.

  • Thank you for your interest. Your information will be shared with the executive team and you'll be contacted with more information.

  • Committee membership is not limited to elected Officers, Board members or part of the general membership of the Friends. 

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