Library Board & Policies

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Who Helps Run The Library?

The Library is guided by the Board of Trustees, which helps make important decisions. There are nine members on the board, and they all live in Davenport. The Mayor appoints them, and the City Council approves. Each member serves a six-year term and may be reappointed once.

Board members receive ongoing training and follow specific rules to ensure they do their job well. The board meets on the third Tuesday of every month, and these meetings are open to the public. You’re welcome to attend, or you can read meeting notes and watch recordings on the City of Davenport website.

Trustees

  • Honey Bedell
  • Joanna Drake
  • Tom Engelmann | President
  • Joe Heinrichs | Vice President
  • Michael Hustedde
  • Shelley Klaas
  • Amanda Motto
  • Malavika Shrikhande | Secretary
  • Jerry Skalak

Library Rules

The Library follows special rules called bylaws. These rules explain how decisions are made and who helps lead The Library.

Want to learn more? You can read the full bylaws by clicking this link: Bylaws (PDF).

More Info

Committee Assignments

FINANCE: Joe Heinrichs (Chair) | Jerry Skalak | Tom Engelmann
PERSONNEL: Amanda Motto (Chair) | Joanna Drake | Michael Hustedde
ADVOCACY: Malavika Shrikhande (Chair) | Honey Bedell | Shelley Klaas

How to Contact Board Members

  • Call the business office: (563) 326-7841
  • Write: In care of Davenport Public Library, 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA 52801-1490
  • Email: The Board Secretary

Board Policies