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The Library Board of Trustees oversees the operation of the Tacoma Public Library system, which includes the Main Library located in downtown Tacoma and all neighborhood libraries. The Board also appoints the Library Director and establishes and reviews library policies.

The Library Board of Trustees was established per the Revised Code of Washington RCW 27.12.190.

About the Board

Membership

The Library Board of Trustees consists of five members who are nominated by the Mayor and appointed by a majority vote of the City Council. Trustees must live within Tacoma city limits and will serve a membership term of five years.

View current Trustees on the Board of Trustees web page.

Staff Support

Staffing support to the Library Board of Trustees is provided by the Tacoma Public Library.

Agendas, Minutes, and Meeting Records

View agendas, minutes, recordings, and other records for current and past meetings on the Board of Trustees web page.

Upcoming Meetings

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Wed
21
May 21 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed
18
June 18 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed
16
July 16 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Meeting Information

Third Wednesday of the Month at 5:30 p.m.

Branch Libraries
A list of currently scheduled meetings and meeting locations is available through the Board of Trustees web page.

Tacoma Public Library Administrative Offices
General Information
(253) 280-2800