Reading Board of Library Trustees seeks applicants for vacant seat
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The Reading Board of Library Trustees is accepting letters of interest from residents seeking to fill a vacant seat on the board, with an expected start date of August 1, 2026.
The Reading Public Library is seeking applicants for a vacant seat on the Board of Library Trustees. Photo by Taylor Gregory.
The appointed trustee will serve through April 6, 2027, with the option to run for a full three-year term on the April 2027 ballot. The appointment will be made by joint majority vote of the Board of Library Trustees and the Select Board.
About the board
The Board of Library Trustees is an elected six-member board of Reading residents committed to supporting the library’s mission and vision. The board generally meets on the second Monday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.
Any registered voter in the Town of Reading is eligible to apply. The board is looking for candidates who bring a genuine interest in the library and its role in the community, a readiness to devote time and energy to board duties, and a desire to help guide the library’s future.
The Reading Public Library’s mission is to build community and create connections, connecting all people with opportunities to grow and learn, and providing resources to support a welcoming and engaged community. The library’s core values are education, equity, accountability, and access.
Appointment timeline
Monday, June 15, 2026: Vacancy posted; Town Clerk began accepting letters of interest
Wednesday, July 8, 2026: Deadline for letters of interest for consideration at the July 14 Select Board meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2026: Interviews at the joint meeting of the Select Board and Board of Library Trustees
Saturday, August 1, 2026: Expected start of appointee term, ending April 6, 2027
If an appointment is not made in July, letters of interest will continue to be accepted, and interviews will continue until the vacancy is filled.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and statement of qualifications to the Town Clerk at 16 Lowell Street.
For more information on the trustee role, applicants can consult the Reading Board of Library Trustee Bylaws, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners Pocket Guide, or the American Library Association Trustee Resources.
