The Library Advisory Board is an advisory body made up of community members impacted by Multnomah County Library services and resources. This group is charged with advising the library on policies and its annual budget, and also serves as the library’s Community Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC).
Library Advisory Board Membership
The Library Advisory Board strives to recruit members from across the county representing diverse lived experiences and different types of library users. When a vacancy opens up, current members recruit and vote to recommend new members to the Library District Board, who approve new member appointments. Library Advisory Board bylaws stipulate a 17-member board, including at least two youth members between the ages of 13-17. Youth members serve one two-year term, and other members may serve up to two four-year terms.
Application Information
Thank you for your interest in applying for the Library Advisory Board. We are currently recruiting to fill several open board positions. Applications are due March 15, 2022, and new members will begin their terms in July 2022.
Library Advisory Board members meet monthly, and are also expected to serve on at least one committee (committees are determined annually, and meet separately outside of monthly board meetings).
To apply, please fill out an online application or download and fill out a PDF application (which can be submitted via email to libraryadvisoryboard@multco.us or via mail to Library Director's Office, 919 NE 19th Ave., Suite 250, Portland, OR 97232).