May 18, 2026 - Library Commission

The May 18, 2026 meeting of the City of Menlo Park Library Commission focused primarily on administrative matters including the approval of previous meeting minutes and the selection of new leadership for the upcoming fiscal year, with Brian Westcott selected as Chair and Kim Crockett as Vice Chair. The Commission discussed their work plan for 2025-26, emphasizing the need to review and update their strategic report and prepare presentations for the City Council in August. Budget discussions highlighted the ongoing fiscal year 2026-27 budget process, noting proposed reductions in library hours, hourly staff funding, and library materials due to budget constraints, with final budget approval expected in June. The Commission also received updates on library service statistics, including visitor counts and system outages, and discussed community engagement efforts such as youth advisory groups and the importance of third spaces for teenagers. No contract awards, RFPs, or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.