All libraries will be closed on Monday May 28th in observance of Memorial Day.
No fines will be assessed & no holds will expire.

2012 Committee Work

Committee meetings are scheduled as needed. Scheduled meetings are listed here.

Building and Grounds Committee: Amy Hunt (Chair), Bob McLaughlin and Demetria Heath.
Oversees building projects and facility issues, including new construction and renovation.

Bylaws and Policies Committee: Barbara Dash (Chair), David Starck and Demetria Heath.
Library policies and bylaws are ultimately determined and approved by the Board. This committee makes recommendations to the Board regarding policy, bylaws, and legal issues. 

DCL Foundation Board: Mark Weston (President), Bob Morris (Vice-President), and Demetria Heath (Secretary). Oversees the Douglas County Libraries Foundation and approves funding requests. The DCL Foundation Board meets at the regular monthly DCL Board meeting, and schedules additional meetings as needed.

Finance Committee: Bob McLaughlin (Chair), Barbara Dash and Demetria Heath.
Oversees the library district's financial matters of the library, including the annual budget and audit, and large contracts.

Government Relations Committee: Amy Hunt (Chair), Barbara Dash and Demetria Heath.
Oversees library advocacy and political relationships at the local, state and federal level.

Personnel Committee: Bob Morris (Chair), Mark Weston and Demetria Heath.
Oversees personnel matters, including the Library Director's yearly review, an annual review of staff benefits, and oversight of the personnel budget.

Technology Committee: David Starck (Chair), Bob McLaughlin, and Demetria Heath.
Oversees technological infrastructure and planning, as well as Board education in emerging technologies and trends.