Library Board of Trustees

Interested in serving? Apply for a position.

Purpose

Oversees and guides the long-term strategies for the ongoing success of Richland Library. Exercises powers as to the policies of the libraries and extension services.

Meeting Schedule

Frequency: 2nd Monday each month (except July and August)

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Location: 1431 Assembly St., 3rd Floor Board Room

Duration: 1.5 hours (approximately)

Membership Details

Ten members appointed for four-year terms.

• Members shall not serve more than two consecutive terms; however, upon service of two consecutive terms a member may be eligible for reappointment after one year of non-service.

Preferred Qualities

Be knowledgeable about the library.

• Understand the key focus areas of the Strategic Plan.
• Read the Library’s annual report and Access magazines.
• Prepare for board meetings by reading assigned materials. Ask questions if you have them.
• Miss no more than FOUR (4) board meetings annually.
• Use the Library’s resources regularly and visit at least two branches each year.

Build County Council’s awareness of the library.

• Stay connected throughout the year to your Council liaisons.
• Be aware of key events and opportunities to invite Council members to visit the library.
• During the budget process, attend public hearings and called meetings that include the Library’s budget.
• Share relevant insights and knowledge of County Council member’s needs, questions or interests with the Executive Director.

Build public awareness.

• Attend local events as the representative of the Library.
• Attend Richland County Friends and Foundation events and invite friends to attend.
• Consider attending statewide or national (ALA, ULC) events or conferences that are relevant to public libraries.

Actively support the strategic vision of the library.

• Participate in a biannual strategic plan retreat and board-only functions.
• Understand the Library’s budget priorities.
• Participate in building public awareness of the Library’s capital needs by engaging your contacts and affiliate groups.
• Participate on ad-hoc committees.

Build interest among prospective board members and library supporters.

• When appropriate, identify possible Trustee candidates that fit needs acknowledged in the Board Profile.
• Understand the goals and roles of the Richland Library Friends and the Foundation and assist in connecting these groups with new members and/or board candidates.
• Demonstrate support by becoming a Richland Library Friend.

Although not a requirement, it is beneficial if members represent various districts in the County.

Also, experience in the following areas is helpful; finance, governance, education, foundation, physical plant, CEO perspective, marketing, IT, advocacy and diversity.

Current Members

Brenda Branic (unexpired)
Appointment: September 19, 2023
Reappointment: September 19, 2027

Lee Rambo
Appointment: December 6, 2022
Reappointment: December 6, 2026

Erin Johnson
Appointment: December 6, 2022
Reappointment: December 6, 2026

Burlean Moses
Appointment: December 6, 2022
Reappointment: December 6, 2026

Cynthia Cox
Appointment: December 6, 2022
Reappointment: December 6, 2026

Jonathan Robertson
Appointment: December 6, 2022
Reappointment: December 6, 2026

Chelsea Richard
Appointment: December 6, 2022
Reappointment: December 6, 2026

Valerie Byrd Fort
Appointment: September 19, 2023
Reappointment: September 19, 2027

David Campbell
Appointment: September 19, 2023
Reappointment: September 19, 2027

Tyson Brown
Appointment: September 19, 2023
Reappointment: September 19, 2027

Contact

Wanda Taylor, Executive Assistant
wtaylor@richlandlibrary.com
803-929-3422

Council Liaisons

• Chakisse Newton
• Allison Terracio