Library Board

Library Board

Board of Trustees, Board Seat Opening

Role Description: The Fairfield Public Library is in search of a new Trustee to serve on the board of the Fairfield Public Library. The candidate we are seeking will have finance experience as well as interest in serving as our Treasurer.
Accountable to: The taxpayers and the people served by the library
Responsible for: Working with other board members to oversee the library, establish policy and plans, determine the final budget, and serve as an advocate for the library.

    • Be an advocate for the library and the community it serves
    • Establish a mission and vision for the future of the library
    • Observe and evaluate the effectiveness of the library
    • Establish and implement policies for the library
    • Hire and assess the director of the library

For full details, including qualifications and duties, please view this PDF.
Nominations are open to fill a Fairfield Public Library Board of Trustees position which is available as of July 1, 2023. The Board of Trustees work with the Town Librarian and staff to set policy, oversee library operations and strategic planning.
Individuals who wish to be considered for this Trustee position should connect with Board Chair, Andrew Minea at agminea.fplbot@gmail.com with your resume and interest in the position. Applications are due by May 26, 2023.

Christina McGowan Secretary 07/01/2017 – 06/30/2023
Christopher A. Rogers 07/01/2018 – 06/30/2024
Jill W. Brown 07/01/2019 – 06/30/2025
Andrew G. Minea Chair 07/01/2020 – 06/30/2026
Peter Willner 07/01/2021 – 06/30/2027
Emma Harrigan Treasurer 07/01/2022 – 06/30/2028
Christopher W. Tymniak Town Treasurer (Ex-Officio Member)

Current agenda and minutes are available on the town’s website.

2023 Meeting Schedule

  • January 9  7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • February 6 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • March 6 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • April 3 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • May 1 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • June 5 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • July 10 (Annual Meeting) 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • September 11 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • October 2 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • November 6 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd
  • December 4 7:00 pm – Main Library, 1080 Old Post Rd