Meetings
The next board meeting is Wednesday, June 21, at 7:30 pm.
Pursuant to the Public Libraries Act, R.S.O. 1990, the Library Board meets a minimum of 7 times per year and all meetings are open to the public. If you wish to observe a meeting virtually or in person, please register via our Event Calendar by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting.
2023 Meeting Dates
June 21
September 20
October 18
November 15
Resources for Board Members
Public Libraries Act
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/90p44
Ontario Library Service Governance Hub
Federation of Ontario Public Libraries
Ontario Library Boards Association
https://accessola.com/divisions/about-olba/
(click on “Divisions” drop down at top of page for more OLBA resources)
NOTL Town Council Business
Board Members
Members of the library board are appointed, pursuant to the Public Libraries Act, R.S.O. 1990, by the municipal council at the beginning of each new term of Council. The Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library Board consists of 8 members: 7 residents and 1 member of Council appointed by the Lord Mayor. The Library Chief Executive Officer is the Secretary/Treasurer of the Board. Board members for the 2022-2026 term are listed below:
Ilze Andzans
Graham Bailey
Benoit Beausoleil
Katie Desharnais
Susan Elliott
Robin Foster
Daryl Novak - Chair
Wayne Scott - Vice Chair
Adriana Vizzari - Town Council Representative