California Room Circulation Circ. Purpose T he Commission is composed of nine members, each serving four year, nonrenewable terms. Acting as the voice of the public, the Library Commission studies, reviews, evaluates and makes recommendations to the City Council regarding existing or proposed library facilities, programs, operations, services and financing. The Commission advocates improved library services and, as a forum for public discussion of library needs, the Commission facilitates communication between the public, the City Council and Library staff. Commissioners are expected to attend all sessions.
All meetings are open to the public.
Requests to place a particular topic on the agenda must be submitted in writing, a minimum of two weeks in advance. Budget Review Annually review and comment on the Mayor's Budget Plans to the Mayor and City Council members. Long Range Planning Provide public representation on library planning committees. Government Policy Review Monitor proposed policies and advocate those that would have a positive impact on public library service. Benefit Assessment District Community Review Committee Work with community representatives to annually review Benefit Assessment District expenditures and report findings to the City Council.