Board Meeting Times & Committees

Board Meeting Times & Committees
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Library Board Meeting Schedule

The Indianapolis Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 6:30 p.m., typically on the fourth Monday of each month. All board meetings are expected to be held in-person at the Library location specified. Locations may change or be adjusted - check this page for any updates. Public comment can be made in-person at each regular board meeting. Messages can also be submitted to board members online.

2026 Dates & Locations

The Indianapolis Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month, with the *exception of May and December. Those meetings will be held on the third Monday. Meetings are open to the public. Locations are listed below and are subject to change.

2025 Library Board Meeting Archive
2024 Library Board Meeting Archive

Library Board Committee Meetings Schedule

The primary responsibility of the Board of Trustees Committees is to provide governance and policy reviews in the areas of finance; diversity, policy, and human resources; and facilities; which are described below:

  • The Finance Committee works to determine the scope of appropriations for Library programs and services, facility maintenance, and new construction. This committee provides input in the creation of the Library’s yearly budget and tax rate, as well as oversight in the appropriate administration of public tax monies.
  • The Diversity, Policy, and Human Resources Committee reviews Library policies to assure compliance with accepted operating procedures and employment practices. This committee also provides oversight in the establishment of a diverse and competent staff at all levels throughout the Library system.
  • The Facilities Committee reviews plans and proposals related to the construction, maintenance, and security of Library facilities and properties, furnishings, vehicles, collection delivery system, computers, and technology infrastructure. This committee also provides oversight of facilities-related contractual services

Library Board Committee Meetings take place at the Library Services Center, Room 226 on the following dates. This list may be updated as meetings are adjusted.

Finance Committee meetings will be at 10 a.m.
Diversity, Policy and Human Resources Committee meetings will be at 11:30 a.m.
Facilities Committee meetings will be at 1 p.m.

2026 Committee Meeting Dates

  • January 13
  • February 10
  • March 10
  • April 14
  • May 5
  • June 9
  • July 14
  • August 11
  • September 15
  • October 13
  • November 10
  • December 8