Mission Statement
The Delaware County District Library serves as the public information provider for our community, using traditional and innovative technology to encourage curiosity, free inquiry, and lifelong learning in a friendly environment.
Vision Statement
The Delaware County District Library (DCDL) and its branches are vibrant centers of activity for residents and visitors in Delaware County. DCDL provides an inviting environment that encourages reading, learning, community discussion, and supports lifelong discovery. We are proud to be recognized for engaging minds, expanding opportunities, and improving the quality of life for Delaware County residents.
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the Library. They set Library policy, hire and supervise the Director and Fiscal Officer, approve the Library’s budget and financial practices, and create the Library’s strategic plans. Four board members are appointed by county commissioners while the other three board seats come from Court of Common Pleas appointments.
Members of the Board (Effective January 1, 2020)
Michael Butler, President
Holly Quaine, Vice-President
Ceena Baker, Secretary
Brenda Eldridge
Nickolas K. McCoy
Neil Neidhardt
Scott Tiede
Anticipated 2020 Meeting Schedule
All meetings are normally held on the third Tuesday of each month starting at 5:00 PM and are open to the public. Meetings rotate between all Delaware County District Library locations. Agendas will be posted prior to the meetings. If you have any questions or comments for the Delaware County District Library Board of Trustees, please submit them to board@delawarelibrary.org. For past meeting minutes, agendas or inquiries, please contact us.
| January 21 | Delaware Main Library | Agenda (Organizational) Agenda (Regular) |
Minutes (tbd) |
| February 18 | Orange Branch Library | ||
| March 17 | Delaware Main Library | ||
| April 21 | Orange Branch Library | ||
| May 19 | Ostrander Branch Library | ||
| June 16 | Powell Branch Library or Greater Powell Area | ||
| July 21 | No Meeting – Board Retreat TBD | ||
| August 18 | Delaware Main Library | ||
| September 15 | Orange Branch Library | ||
| October 20 | Powell Branch Library or Greater Powell Area | ||
| November 17 | Orange Branch Library | ||
| December 15 | Delaware Main Library | ||
| January 19, 2021 | Delaware Main Library |