Ottawa Public Library Board

TERMS OF REFERENCE

To prepare the annual budget for submission to City Council.
To establish rules for the use of libraries and facilities under its control including the imposition of fines for breach of these rules.
To ensure efficient library service.
To deal with administrative matters including hiring of staff, providing benefits, etc.
To maintain and purchase property and sell or lease surplus property with the approval of City Council.

COMPOSITION

Total Membership -11

2 members representing the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
1 member representing the Ottawa-Carleton Catholic School Board
1 member of City Council
7 members of the general public

TERM

3 years concurrent with Council term

MEETINGS

Once a month (September to June); 3rd Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., Central Library, 120 Metcalfe Street, K1P 5M2, Telephone: (613) 236-0301

QUORUM

5

SECRETARY

Barbara Clubb, Chief Librarian
120 Metcalfe Street, K1P 5M2