About the Board

The duties and responsibilities of the Library Board of Trustees are established by the Laws of Maryland Relating to Public Libraries. Each Trustee is appointed for a five-year term and may be eligible for reappointment for a second five-year term. The duties of the Trustees include: establish and operate the library to provide free services; set library policy; adopt reasonable rules, regulations, and bylaws for the use of the library and the conduct of its business; advise in the preparation of, and approve, the library budget; and more.

Application to the Board as a Trustee

Candidates must be residents of Harford County, have shown an interest in libraries, and who can bring demonstrated leadership and expertise to its membership.

To submit an application for Trustee, CLICK HERE.

Application to the Board as the Student Representative (non-voting)

Candidates must be residents of Harford County and be a senior in high school during the year serving on the Board. Applications are accepted during the junior year of high school.

For additional information, please contact Jennifer Button, Executive Administrator, at button@hcplonline.org

Meetings Schedule

Unless noted otherwise, Board Meetings are held monthly at the Abingdon Branch at 6:30 pm.

Meeting Agendas and Approved Minutes

Trustees

Dr. William B. Allen
Chairperson
Representing
Northeast Harford County

Carol Wright
Vice Chairperson
Representing
Southwest Harford County

J. Michael Woods
Treasurer
Representing
Central Harford County

Dr. Monique H. Head
Representing
Northwest Harford County

Colonel Jonas Vogelhut,
US Army, Retired
Representing
Central Harford County

Terrance Flannery
Representing
Southeast Harford County

Errol E. Etting
Representing
Southeast Harford County

Ellie Hanson
Student Representative

Jessica Boyle-Tsottles
County Council Liaison