Mission Statement

The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library is dedicated to fostering a love of reading, viewing, and listening in our community, empowering individuals of all ages and backgrounds to build a more informed, engaged, and connected community.

Vision

We envision the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library as a vital and inclusive community hub where everyone can explore, discover, and connect.

Our Values

Accessibility: We believe everyone should have equal access to the information and resources they need to succeed. We are committed to providing a wide range of materials and services that are inclusive and reflective of our community's diverse needs and interests.

Inclusivity: We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of our community and to provide services and programming that are inclusive of all ages, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

Education: We value lifelong learning and the pursuit of knowledge. We are committed to providing opportunities for individuals to explore new subjects, gain new skills, and discover new passions.

Service: We are committed to providing excellent service to our community and working in partnerships with community organizations to meet the needs of our community.

Innovation: We embrace new technologies and ideas to improve our services and to ensure that our library remains relevant and responsive to the changing needs of our community.

Partnerships: We believe in the power of partnerships to create a positive change in our community and are committed to building strong, collaborative relationships with community organizations, educators, businesses, and other stakeholders.

Please email us at hrhoads@findlaylibrary.org for a copy of our Year in Review Annual Library Report.

Board of Trustees

Mrs. Karen Flanagan, President

kflanagan@findlaylibrary.org

Mrs. Rosemary Rooker, Vice-President

rrooker@findlaylibrary.org

Dr. Julie McIntosh, Secretary

jmcintosh@findlaylibrary.org

Mr. John J. Preston

jpreston@findlaylibrary.org

Mr. Christopher Schneider

cschneider@findlaylibrary.org

Mr. John Whitson

jwhitson@findlaylibrary.org

Ms. Tonya Wittenmyer

twittenmyer@findlaylibrary.org

The Board meets the 2^nd Tuesday of each month at 4:30 pm at the library

Next Meeting Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM

in the Lindamood Room

Agenda

Call to Order
Public Comment
Staff Report- Seed Library
Minutes*
Regular Meeting - April 14, 2026
Special Meeting - April 30, 2026
Adjustments to the Agenda
Financial Report*
Grant Acceptance*
Budget Modification*
Ongoing Business
Board Committees
Recording Board Meetings*
Long Range Planning Committee Meeting
New Business
Policy Review
Donation Form
Donation Guidelines
Display Case Policy*
Human Resources Interim HR Manager*
HR Resolution*
Library Reports
Director's Report
Department Reports
Circulation Statistics
Program Statistics
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Statistics
Board Comments
Adjourn