Maine Library Commission
The Library Commission, a 17-member board appointed by the Governor, is broadly representative of the state's library community. The Commission establishes the policies and operations of the State Library, gives advice and makes recommendations on the expenditure of state and federal funds, and establishes guidelines and policies for statewide library programs. Composition of the Maine Library Commission is defined in 27 MRS §111.
In accordance with 1 MRS §403-B(1), the Maine Library Commission has adopted a Remote Meeting Policy.
Contact the Maine Library Commission
Members of the public may submit questions or comments to the Commission using our online contact form.
Commission Guidance
Commission Rule 94-075 Regarding the Responsibilities of Public Libraries.
2026 Maine Library Commission Meeting Schedule
Unless otherwise noted, all Maine Library Commission meetings are held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Monday, January 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes and Handouts
- Monday, March 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes and Handouts
- Monday, April 6, 2026 Meeting Minutes and Handouts
- Monday, May 11, 2026 Meeting Agenda
- Monday, June 15, 2026 Meeting Agenda
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Meeting Agenda, including PUBLIC Zoom link
- Monday, September 14, 2026 Meeting Agenda
- Monday, November 9, 2026 (Via Zoom)
Archive of Past Meeting Minutes
| Seat # | Representation | Name | Town | Term Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public Library | Heidi Grimm (Vice Chair) | Yarmouth | 11/5/2027 |
| 2 | K-12 School Library | VACANT | ||
| 4 | Special/Institutional Library | Joseph Houston | Lewiston | 11/5/2025 |
| 8 | Public Representation At-Large | Heather Perkinson | Brunswick | 11/5/2024 |
| 9 | Public Representation At-Large | VACANT | ||
| 15 | Library Trustee | Jane Padham Ouderkirk | Solon | 11/5/2026 |
| 16 | Permanent Non-Voting, Director of Area Reference and Resource Center | Sarah Moore | Portland | Permanent |
| 17 | Permanent Non-Voting, Director of Area Reference and Resource Center | Ben Treat | Bangor | Permanent |
| 18 | Public Library | Wynter Giddings | Freeport | 6/1/2028 |
| 19 | K-12 School Library | VACANT | ||
| 20 | Large University Library | Bryce Cundick (Chair) | Farmington | 6/1/2028 |
| 21 | Small College Library | Krystie Wilfong | Lewiston | 6/1/2025 |
| 22 | Community College Library | Judith Moreno | Auburn | 6/15/2025 |
| 23 | Representative of People with Disabilities | VACANT | ||
| 24 | Liaison to Maine Library Advisory Council | VACANT | ||
| 25 | Representative of Underserved and Rural Areas | Andrea DeBiase | Carrabassett Valley | 6/1/2025 |
| 26 | Representative of Native American Community | VACANT |
**MLC members are personal appointments by the Governor. When appointments expire, members can continue to serve in that role if they choose until a new appointment is made.**
