Altadena Library District Board Trustee, Seat 3

Description

Public library boards are elected to help set the overall policy and goals of the library they serve. Libraries offer things far beyond books, as they host cultural events, provide internet access, and they often host civic events. Library boards often work with city councils on adopting budgets and they may also work together to hire the library's executive director, who is in charge of the day-to-day library operations. Depending on the size of the district, the library board may oversee one local library, or in larger communities, have several branches to help administer. The board of trustees are elected at large by the district with staggered elections every even year. The board may select among its members to serve in positions of leadership. The board is responsible for representing the public interest, establishing responsible policies, hiring and evaluating the superintendent, ensuring fiscal sustainability, and advocating for the district.

Application Guidelines

To file for this position follow these three simple steps: 1) Contact the Los Angeles County Elections Division office to verify that your address qualifies for the position. 2) Obtain the correct filing papers from the county elections office. It is understood that first time or beginning candidates may need someone to review the paperwork with them, so it is useful to stop by the office in person during normal business hours, or arrange a time that you can speak with someone while picking up the filing papers. 3) Submit the filing papers within 113-88 days prior to the election. You will then be able to appear on the ballot! If you have any questions, the LA Elections Division can be reached by phone at (800) 815-2666 or [email protected]

Submit application to:
Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk, 12400 Imperial Hwy., Norwalk, CA, 90650, US