*Policies subject to change... As the appointed governing authority, the Board of Trustees has ultimate, fiscal responsibility for the Library and governs the policies which dictate its operation. The Board of Trustees employs one person, the Library Director, who is responsible for all other staff employed by the library. The Director is responsible for the day to day operation of the Library and for ensuring the policies, approved by the Board, are followed.
OBSERVED HOLIDAYS
The Library observes many holidays that are enjoyed by both staff and members of the community. The needs and expectations of the patrons in respect to accessing the Library are a strong consideration in the observance of open or closed holidays.
*The following days will be observed as holidays for the Library:
- New Year’s Eve
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President’s Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day/July 4th
- Labor Day
- Veteran’s Day
- Thanksgiving Day/Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Jennifer Lake, President
Jodi Gabbard, Vice President
Lana Baker, Treasurer
Rhonda Thompson, Secretary
Larry Lakes, Member
Tiffany Reynolds
KDLA Regional Consultant
Jenna Corum
Legal Advisor
Policies & Procedures
INCLEMENT WEATHER
The Library acts to ensure the safety of its patrons and its staff during inclement weather. All decisions to open late, remain closed, or close early will be made by the Director. Decisions will generally rely on actual observed conditions rather than predictions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Jackson County Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. No person will be denied employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, or handicap.