Library Board Members

What does the Orillia Public Library Board do?

Under provincial legislation, the Board is charged with seeking "to provide, in co-operation with other boards, a comprehensive and efficient public library service that reflects the community's unique needs."

The Board has three major roles:

To Plan

• The Board plans the programs and activities of the library to define its purpose and direction and to use its resources wisely

• The Board measures the results of the plan and reports on those results

To Govern

• The Board ensures that the library is managed but does not manage the library

• The Board demonstrates accountability to the funding Councils

• The Board hires and evaluates a qualified CEO

To Advocate

• The Board acts as a bridge between the community and the library

• The Board promotes the library to the community and encourages everyone to use its collections, programs and services.

Who is on the Orillia Public Library Board?

The Orillia Public Library Board is appointed by Council and serves a four year term concurrent with Council. The Board consists of:

• Two members from Orillia City Council (Don Evans, Michael Fogarty)

• One member from Oro-Medonte Council

• One member from Severn Council

• One member each recommended by the Public and Separate School Boards

• Three members from the general public

When does the Orillia Public Library Board meet?

• The Board meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m.(except July and August) in the Children’s Services Department of the Orillia Public Library.

• Meetings are open to the public.

Do you need more information?

Contact: Chief Executive Officer Dawn Silver
Phone: (705) 325-2573
E-Mail: dsilver@orilliapubliclibrary.ca