DEPARTMENT: Library
FILE TYPE: Regular Action
TITLE
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Approval Of Library Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Approve the Library Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan.
SUMMARY
County Board Policy No. 1015 directs advisory committees to consult at least annually with the County Board to seek concurrence regarding topics they will study or advise on, which are outlined in their annual work plan.
Planned focus areas for the Library Advisory Committee 2026 work plan include:
• Share community input to enhance library services.
• Provide citizen comments on future planning of library spaces.
• Provide community perspectives on proposed updates to library policies.
• Gain a deeper understanding of intellectual freedom and the public library’s role, considering varied community needs and interests.
• Discuss changing communities and efforts to build awareness.
RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommend the approval of the Library Advisory Committee 2026 work plan.
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
☒ None ☐ Current budget ☐ Other
☐ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, County policy states that advisory committees are required to consult annually with the
County Board to seek concurrence regarding topics they will study or advise on, which are outlined in their annual work plan; and
WHEREAS, the Library Advisory Committee drafted potential direction for their efforts in 2026; and
WHEREAS, Library staff recommends that the Library Advisory Committee 2026 work plan about community input on library services, spaces, policies and awareness efforts be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Dakota County Board of Commissioners hereby
approves the Library Advisory Committee 2026 work plan.
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: Library Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
Attachment: Presentation Slides
BOARD GOALS
☒ Thriving People ☐ A Healthy Environment with Quality Natural Resources
☐ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☐ Excellence in Public Service
CONTACT
Department Head: Jennifer Reichert Simpson
Author: Jennifer Reichert Simpson