HomeMy WebLinkAbout#19 Library Board ApptSTAFF REPORT
DATE: March 21, 2017
CONSENT
ITEM #: 19
AGENDA ITEM: Library Board Appointment
SUBMITTED BY: Kristina Handt, City Administrator
BACKGROUND:
Per MN State Statute 134.09, the mayor of a municipality has the authority and responsibility to
appoint members of the local library board. The appointment must be affirmed by the members of
the City Council.
The Library Board is composed of 9 voting members who serve three year staggered terms. Earlier
this month Sarah Linder resigned from the Library Board. Her term was scheduled to expire
12/31/18.
Staff advertised for applications in the FRESH. One application was received from Barry Weeks.
ISSUE BEFORE COUNCIL:
Should the Council affirm the mayor’s appointments to the Library Board?
PROPOSAL:
The Mayor is appointing Barry Weeks to the Library Board to fill the vacancy of Sarah Linders resignation.
His term would expire 12/31/18.
RECOMMENDATION:
Motion to affirm the Mayor’s appointment of Barry Weeks to the library board for a term ending
12/31/18.