Heights Libraries Accepting Applications for New Board Members

The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library will be accepting applications for two new board members beginning November 1, with applications due Tuesday November 21. The new board members will replace current president Ron Holland, whose term ends in December, and board member Susan Beatty, who is moving out of the community.

Holland’s replacement will serve a seven-year terms, and Beatty’s a partial four-year term. Any Cleveland Heights or University Heights resident is eligible to apply.

“Our library is such an integral part of our community,” says Heights Libraries Director Nancy Levin. “Serving on the library board is one of the best ways a citizen can serve the Heights community, by helping guide the vision of the public library.”

Applications will be available Wednesday, November 1 at the Heights Libraries Lee Road branch, 2345 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights. Applications must be returned to the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library administrative office no later than Tuesday, November 21 by 7 p.m. The office is located at 2345 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights. You may also email your completed application to Nancy Levin at director@heightslibrary.org.

The Cleveland Heights-University Heights School Board will interview candidates on Tuesday, December 5 at 7 p.m.

Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to attend an informational meeting about library board service on Thursday, November 23, at 7:00 pm, at the Administration Office, 2nd floor, Lee Road Branch, 2345 Lee Road. RSVP to Nancy Levin (216) 932-3600, ext. 1240.

For additional information, contact the Library at (216) 932-3600 ext. 1200.