Resources for Trustees
A library trustee is a part of the decision-making team that oversees the public library, one of the fundamental institutions of our democracy. Thank you for your enthusiasm, preparation, and dedication to your community.
About GPLS
Georgia Public Library Service empowers libraries to improve the lives of all Georgians.
We support libraries by:
- Providing and encouraging visionary leadership;
- Ensuring equal access to information and technology;
- Promoting the value and joy of lifelong reading and learning; and
- Facilitating collaboration and innovation in the broader library community.
Trustee Handbook
The Trustee Handbook is an overview of the basic information needed by library trustees to be effective board members and library advocates.
Handbook Appendix
The Appendix of the Trustee Handbook includes a variety of resources. You’ll find more information on the working of GPLS, background information on library laws and policies, and tools to further your knowledge. Click on the links below to view the resources in PDF format.
Board Functions, Library Policies, & Sample Forms
- Constitutions and Bylaws for Georgia’s Public Libraries
- Georgia’s Open Meetings/Open Records Laws
- Sample Board Agenda
- Sample Affidavit for Closed Session
- Sample Director Evaluation Form
- Sample Board Evaluation Form
- Evaluation Summation Form
- Sample Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials
- Personnel Policies for Georgia Public Libraries
Basic Library Information
