Library Board of Trustees
Bertha Bartlett Public Library is served by a dedicated Board of Trustees. They are forward-thinking and open to a variety of idea and policies that allows BBPL to better serve our patrons.
Library Board Meetings
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Meeting dates are listed on the library calendar. Meetings are open to the public; however, meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change. If you plan to attend, please call the library at 515-733-2685 to confirm the meeting details.
Notice of each month's meeting will be posted at the entrance to Story City Hall and in both the Broad Street and Park Avenue vestibules. (Posting locations were approved by the Board at the July 2026 meeting.)
The Board packet, including the meeting agenda, will also be posted below.
Board of Trustees
Trustees are appointed by the Mayor of Story City. Applications are available at Story City Hall.
Bertha Bartlett Public Library and Gilbert Library Board of Trustees
- Theresa Sens, President
- Laura Donaldson, Vice President
- Denise Carlson, Secretary and BBPL Foundation Liaison
- Lynn Cummings
- Jenna Cline
- Jessica Miller
- Jennifer Doebel
- MaryKay Solberg, Story City Council Representative
Board Bylaws
The current Library Board of Trustees Bylaws (updated March 2026) are available here
Board Packets
Board packets include the agenda, minutes, and supporting documents for each monthly Board of Trustees meeting. They are available below or may be requested at the library's Circulation Desk.