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FRIENDS OF THE NEWARK FREE LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGS

Board meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7:00 pm at the Newark Senior Center while the library is closed.

Board meetings are open to the general public.
If you have questions or would like to speak at a meeting, please contact FriendsofNewarkFreeLibrary@gmail.com

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 questions to FriendsofNewarkFreeLibrary@gmail.com The changes will be voted on at the annual meeting on May 17 at 11:30 at the Newark Senior Center, 200 White Chapel Drive, Newark, DE 19713 (entrance in rear of building). 

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Article III, Section 3

“membership dues is paid” has been changed to “membership dues are paid”

Article IV, Section 4

An extension of a board member’s term has been defined to be for a period of two years.

Article V, Section 4

Language describing the Treasurer’s duties has been revised to improve accuracy and remove redundancy.

Article VI, Section 2

This section has been modified to state that notification of Board Meetings will be posted on the FNFL website AND will be emailed to members.

Article VII, Section 1

This section refers specifically to members of the Nominating Committee.  Language to that affect has been added.

Article IX, Section 5

Language referring to “other means of electronic communication” has been removed to reduce confusion and redundancy.

Article X, Section 8

Language has been simplified and helps insure that, in the event of dissolution of the Friends of the Newark Free Library, any remaining FNFL assets will go to the Newark Free Library.

Current Bylaws Proposed Bylaws (changes highlighted)

STRATEGIC PLAN

Click here for the Strategic Plan approved in Winter 2026

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

Friends of the Newark Free Library Board 2025-26

President: Barbara Jo German

Vice President: Sue Peters

Corresponding Sec. Katy Ferrero

Recording Sec. Deb Morehead

Treasurer: Roberta Sullivan

Directors

Mae Gaskins

Mary Ann Gladnick

Joe Magnus

Margie Masino

Carol McKelvey

Darin Powell

Pat Rachek

Polly Sierer

Lynne Wegman


Ex Officio

Roy Lopata

Judy Taggart


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