The Library Board of Trustees
The Durham Public Library Board of Trustees is the sole governing body of the Library, vested with the entire custody and management of the Library. The Board hires the Library Director and Library staff, adopts policies to govern the Library’s operation, and advocates for adequate financial support of the Library. It controls all funds provided to the Library and determines how they will be spent. The Board consists of seven Trustees who are elected to three-year terms by the citizens of Durham. Up to three Alternate Trustees can be recommended by the Board to the Town Council for appointment to one-year terms.
The Town, as required by NH law, provides adequate financial support to the Durham Public Library through its annual budget appropriations. The Town administration supports the Library in other ways as well. The Durham DPW maintains the Library building and grounds, both of which are owned by the Town. The Town business office handles the payroll, tracks expenditures, and conducts the annual audit for the Library.
2025 Durham Public Library Board of Trustees
Members, Agendas and Minutes
Robin Glasser
Kimberly “Kim” Sweetman
Katharine “Kat” Gatcomb
Susan Wagner
Sudie Blanchard
Callie Langton
Beth Newkirk
Martha “Martie” Gooze
Laura Mason
Joe Warzin
To view the Library Board of Trustees Bylaws, click here.
Contact: BoardofTrusteesDPL@gmail.com
Library Trustee meetings are currently being held in the Heritage Room at the Durham Public Library at 49 Madbury Rd. Durham, NH 03824. All meetings are open to the public and members of the Oyster River Community are encouraged and welcome to attend. Elevator Service and other accomodations are available upon request.