Board of Trustees
The governance of Lexington Public Library is under the direction of 7 Trustees and up to 10 Advisors who guide the long-term strategies for the Lexington Public Library, including the long range plan, annual budget cycle, advocating for the library and for library customers, and policy recommendations.
Lexington Public Library’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion extends to the Board of Trustees and Advisors. Each vacancy is evaluated based on gender and gender identity, racial diversity, council district representation, age, and organizational experience.
All Trustees and Advisors are recommended by the Library and appointed by the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council. The 4-year commitment includes a monthly meeting at 4:30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month and each member is expected to serve on one Board Committee.
Board Meetings
Board Meetings are held second Wednesday of each month at 4:30pm in the Board Room of the Central Library unless otherwise noted.
Members of the public are permitted to speak at Library board meetings for 3 minutes, with additional time provided in 3 minute increments at the discretion of the board chair. The board requests written notice of the request and the subject matter to be addressed be delivered to the Executive Director at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Please submit notice or questions to coakford@lexpublib.org.
2025:
- July 9, 2025 - Central Library
- August 13, 2025 - Northside Branch
- September 10, 2025 - Marksbury Family Branch
- October 8, 2025 - Eastside Branch
- November 12, 2025 - Tates Creek Branch
- December 10, 2025 - Beaumont Branch
2026:
- January 14, 2026 - Tates Creek Branch
- February 11, 2026 - Eastside Branch
- March 11, 2026 - Marksbury Family Branch
- April 8, 2026 - Beaumont Branch
- May 13, 2026 - Central Library
- June 10, 2026 - Northside Branch
Board Committee Meetings
Board Committee Meeting are held at 4:30pm in the Board Room of the Central Library unless otherwise noted.
Building and Property: meets monthly on the Monday before the Board meeting.
Board Development and Personnel: meets monthly on the Tuesday before the Board meeting.
Budget and Finance: meets either at 3:30pm or 4:00pm before the Board Meeting in the Administrative Office Suite, 5th Floor of the Central Library.
