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A resource collecting information to help library trustees explore their roles and responsibilities.

Basic Information

Public library trustees fill a very important role in the governance of public libraries.

This resource is designed to collect the information needed to help trustees fulfil their duties.

Information will continue to be added.

Training Opportunities

Upcoming 4CLS Webinars

  • Library Trustee Basic Training - January 17, 2024, 6 PM - 8 PM
    • Designed to give new trustees a basic understanding of the roles & responsibilities of library trustees.
    • Register 

Archived 4CLS Webinars

  • Core Values and Trustee Ethics (Webinar)
    • An exploration of the core values of our profession and the ethical standards for trustees
    • View Recording
  • Library Board & Director Evaluation (Webinar)
    • Tools and strategies for evaluating director and board performance
    • View Recording
  • Library Trustee Basic Training
    • Designed to give new trustees a basic understanding of the roles & responsibilities of library trustees.
    • View Recording

Other Trustee Training Resources

Glossary of Terms and Acronyms

Trustee Handbook