BYLAWS

The Board has voted approval of revisions to the current bylaws. These changes are summarized below; click the links at the end of this section for full versions of the current and proposed revised bylaws. Please send any comments to FriendsofNewarkFreeLibrary@gmail.com The changes will be voted on at a general meeting for all members at the library on Monday, November 6, at 7:00 PM. 

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Article III, Section 3:  Changes the membership year from Jan 1 - Dec 31 to 'annually' based on member sign-up or renewal date.  This is to be better aligned with the ability for FNFL members to join or renew at any time through our new website.

Article IV, Section 4:  Allows for the extension of a Board member's term, if warranted.  This is to help ensure FNFL stability and continuity, especially as we enter into our capital campaign to support the building of a new library for Newark.

Article V:  Provides clarification regarding the responsibilities of the Board Officers.

Article VIII:  Provides clarification regarding FNFL committees.

Article IX, Section 4:  This section allows FNFL Board meetings to be conducted in-person, via teleconference (e.g. Zoom, Go-To-Meeting, etc) or through a combination of both.

Article IX, Section 5:  This section allows the FNFL Board members to entertain and vote on a motion via email when an issue is time-sensitive.

Article X:  Provides more detail regarding the fiscal responsibilities of the FNFL Board members.

Current Bylaws

Proposed Revised Bylaws

BOARD OF DIRECTORS POSITION DESCRIPTION

PURPOSE: Provide volunteer and financial support to the programs of the Newark Free Library

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: As a member of the Board, you agree to

• Membership in the Friends of the Newark Free Library
• Attend board meetings; notify president if unable
• Prepare for board meetings and be informed about the board and the library
• Support decisions of the Board
• Market the library to the community

SPECIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: As a member of the Board, you agree to accept a responsibility, such as these examples listed below:

• Coordinate set up and break down tables for Newark special events e.g. Community Day
• Coordinate volunteers for Newark Night and/or Community Day
• Chair Annual Meeting
• Chair Volunteer Recognition
• Chair Staff Recognition
• Manage membership email list
• Manage Year End Appeal
• Coordinate and manage display cases
• Edit newsletter
• Distribute donated books to shelters and community centers
• Manage social media sites: website, Facebook page, and Twitter
• The board can determine additional opportunities, and it welcomes other ideas