The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) is accepting applicants to become a member of its Board of Trustees. The term begins February 1, 2026 and ends January 31, 2030.
The board is made up of five volunteers, whose main responsibilities are to manage the budget and establish policies. The trustees are also in charge of hiring the executive director, who oversees daily management tasks.
Some responsibilities of the position include advocating for the library system and community, determining the library system’s effectiveness and implementing new policies, among other duties.
Because WCLS and the Bellingham Public Library are independent but reciprocal systems, applicants who live outside Bellingham city limits will be given preference, due to the fact that they benefit from the county library system and their tax dollars support it, according to WCLS.
The county executive, Satpal Sidhu, will appoint the new member, and the Whatcom County Council will confirm them.
Applications are due on Friday, November 21. More information and a link to the application can be found at wcls.org. Applications can also be requested in person, by mail or by phone from the county executive’s office (360/676-6717) or the county council office (360/778-5010).
