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LIBRARY TRUSTEE

What is the role of the Library Board of Trustees?

Members of the Canton Public Library Board of Trustees are elected at municipal elections for staggered 3-year terms.

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Responsibilities:


To Know

  • The role and purpose of the public library

  • Library services and resources available

  • Local government - structure, people and operation

  • Information needs and interests of the community

  • How to work effectively in a group

  • The role of state and regional library development agencies

  • National library trends, standards and developments

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To Attend

  • Every board meeting and committee meetings

  • Other library oriented regional and local meetings and workshops

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To Plan

  • Policies of the library

  • Future growth and priorities of the library

  • Active community awareness programs

  • Orientation for new board members

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 To learn more visit the Canton Public Library Board of Trustees Website

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2024 Library Trustees candidates

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