The duties of the trustees shall consist of the following: (1) determine the policy of the library; (2) advise in the preparation of the budget, approve the budget and work to obtain the necessary funds; (3) provide andmaintain adequate buildings and grounds; (4) study and support legislation which will bring about the greatest good to the greatest number of libraries; (5) cooperate with other public officials and boards and (6) maintain vital public relations.
Any member of the Board of Trustees who is absent from more than three consecutive meetings during the year shall be removed from the Board.
Current Trustees:
Name | Term Expires | Appointed By |
Carol Becton | 12/2023 | City |
Scott Dacey Craven County Commissioner |
County | |
Esther Hardin | 12/2018 | City |
Erika Foluke | 12/2021 | City |
Donna Woodruff | 12/2021 | County |
Tere Otero | 12/2022 | County |
Carter Ann Rollins (Chair) | 12/2017 | County |
Robert Shields, Jr. | 12/2019 | County |
Sabrina Bengel City of New Bern Alderman |
12/2024 | City |
Ethel Staten | 12/2020 | City |