Newport News Library Board of Trustees
A description of the Newport News Library Board of Trustees
Purpose
The Library Board shall advise and make recommendations concerning policy and administration to the City Librarian (Director) or the City Manager on any library matter. It is an advisory board.
Membership
The Library Board consists of twelve (12) members who must be residents of the city and are appointed by City Council. The Superintendent of Schools or his designated representative is also a member of the Board with full voting rights.
Term of Appointment
Appointments are made every two (2) years, with the terms of all members appointed to be four (4) years, except that appointments to fill vacancies will be for the unexpired terms.
Meeting Dates
All meetings start at 6:30pm and are held on the third Tuesday of each month except July and August.
Compensation
None





