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Rediscovering a life one slide at a time

tim.phenicie@jocogov.org — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:42:15 +0000

Rediscovering a life one slide at a time tim.phenicie@j… Tue, 04/21/2026 - 09:42

Savannah Lanza scanned thousands of her grandfather’s (Perry) Vietnam War era slides, uncovering images of his life in Thailand during the late 1960s.

By Heather Perry

After her grandfather passed away in 2021, Savannah Lanza inherited boxes of photo slides. Thousands of them.

Each one labeled, sorted and stored with care. He had spoken little about his past. What remained was a record she had never seen.

Through Johnson County Library, she found a way in.

The Library’s Film to Digital Converter Kits allow residents to scan slides, negatives and film and convert them into digital images. The impact can be lasting.

Lanza’s grandfather, Perry, served in the Air Force in Thailand during the Vietnam War. At the time, his wife and infant daughter were back home. He stayed connected through letters and small gifts, including jewelry he mailed across the ocean.

For Lanza, the images filled in the parts of his life he never spoke about. She saw him young and smiling, standing near military planes. Walking through city streets. Photographing temples, flowers and everyday life in late 1960s Thailand.

“This part of his life was unknown to me,” she said. “Seeing those slides for the first time was really meaningful.”

After setup, she scanned about 100 slides in under an hour. Sometimes she paused to send photos to family, other times just to take it in.

Even the surprises felt familiar. A batch of black slides turned out to be intentional – her grandfather’s “dud box.” Organized, even in what he chose not to keep.

When she shared the images, her grandmother responded right away. Calls, texts, memories tied to each frame. Stories returned with the photos. The kits saved time and cost, but more importantly, they opened access to a personal history that had long been out of reach.

Johnson County Library encourages anyone with boxes of slides, negatives or film to check out a Film to Digital Converter Kit or visit the Memory Lab at Central Resource Library, Overland Park, where staff and genealogy volunteers can help.

Learn more and reserve a kit by visiting jocolibrary.org. Discover the stories waiting in your own family archives.

Heather Perry is Communications Specialist at Johnson County Library.

Wanted: Volunteers in Johnson County

tim.phenicie@jocogov.org — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:20:21 +0000

Wanted: Volunteers in Johnson County tim.phenicie@j… Mon, 02/16/2026 - 14:20

Johnson County truly appreciates volunteers. The just-concluded Best Times readers’ survey indicated 81% of respondents had an interest or even a strong interest in local volunteer opportunities.

Nine Johnson County departments/agencies annually rely on volunteers to provide a wide range of services/programs to benefit residents of all ages. Volunteers serve as mentors for veterans, help victims of abuse, become storm spotters, reshelve books and staff book sales or special events.

Johnson County Aging and Human Services always has a need for volunteers for its Home-Delivered Meals and Catch-a-Ride programs; for providing free unbiased health insurance counseling to help older adults understand their Medicare options; and hosting food drives to stock the food pantry shelves at the Gardner, Lenexa and Mission offices.

Volunteers can help clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Johnson County Development Supports, and with many activities at Johnson County Library, Johnson County Park and Recreation District and Johnson County Museum.

Volunteers are needed to plant a community garden, to protect the environment and support green initiatives by the Department of Health and Environment, and to become a vital part in the many programs and activities at the K-State Extension Service.

The list goes on.

Volunteering is a never-ending story. Opportunities are always present as long-time or current volunteers lose interest, move, grow older or face health challenges.

Based on 2025 data, Kansas is ranked 5th in the nation for formal volunteering through organizations. According to Volunteering and Civic Life in America research, approximately 903,000 Kansans participate in volunteer activities.

In 2025, 8,561 volunteers in Johnson County provided slightly more than 369,000 hours of community service to county government. Based on the national standard of a volunteer hour being worth $34.79, the volunteer work has a value of more than $12.8 million. A final report on JoCo volunteerism will be announced in April in celebration of National Volunteer Month and National Volunteer Week (April 19-25) with a 2026 theme of “Shining a Light on the People and Causes that Inspire Us to Serve.”

Some local volunteers and their worthwhile causes are showcased in this issue. All volunteers deserve our praise and thanks for what they do in helping others and their community service to county government and the Johnson County community.

April provides an opportunity to thank volunteers for giving so generously of themselves to meet the needs of our communities. National Volunteer Month/Week is also designed to raise awareness about the ever-growing need for increased volunteer efforts, and the fulfillment experienced by those who volunteer. It’s a never-ending gratitude.

Lend a helping hand in 2026.

Volunteer!

Staffing food pantries

Dave and Barb Dukes

Dave and Barb Dukes have been food pantry volunteers at the Lenexa office since 2020. Collectively, they have served nearly 800 volunteer hours.

The pantry, along with sites in Gardner and Mission, are operated by Johnson County Aging and Human Services. The pantries provide supplemental food and hygiene products. In 2025, 1,188 households were served by nine volunteers contributing 749 hours of community service.

“We like helping other people. We realize how blessed we are and we are reminded not to take it for granted.” – Barb Dukes

“This is one of a few volunteer jobs that we do. Barb volunteers with Jewish Family Services in their food pantry, and I also volunteer with Harvesters back-snack program delivering to 10 different schools across three school districts.” – Dave Dukes

Volunteering has many rewards for the couple who have been married 47 years. Both get as much as they give – and sometimes more.

“It depends on the day, a lot of times, we get to be the bright spot in someone’s day. Dave enjoys joking with them.” – Barb Dukes

“I do,” – David Dukes, admitting to being a jokester. “I am always trying to get them to take the sardines. I really like developing a rapport with them.”

In 2025, 827 volunteers provided 42,084 hours of community service to activities and programs by Aging and Human Services, including its Home-Delivered Meals program (page 13). To learn more about the Johnson County food pantries visit: jocogov.org/ahsfoodpantry.

Providing Library services

Beth Longmoor and Linn Speak

Linn Speak, right, has been connected to Johnson County Library all her life. She began volunteering at the Library in 2016 after retiring. Inspired by the welcoming Cedar Roe Branch Library community, she now serves at multiple library locations and helps patrons find books and resources.

“People sometimes come to the Library distracted or feeling down. I love helping them find something to turn their day around. So often, people are looking for kindness and connection, and I am glad to be in a situation and place that I can help create that sense of community.” — Linn Speak

Beth Longmoor, left, started volunteering in 2020 by distributing free COVID testing kits at Johnson County Library. She assists with special events like the Writers Conference, handling mailings, data entry and event hospitality.

“It’s rewarding and enjoyable. I do data entry, which helps keep my mind sharp in retirement. It’s nice to use the detailed, methodical part of my brain and to stay engaged and updated with new technology. I wanted to stay involved and connected. Volunteering gives me purpose and keeps me active.” – Beth Longmoor

In 2025, Friends of Johnson County Library had 863 volunteers who contributed 42,630 hours of service.

Mentoring veterans

Mike Ralls

Mike Ralls retired in 2015 as an Army Command Sergeant Major after 23 years of service spanning the Vietnam era through the Gulf War. Thirty-five years later, he joined the Johnson County Veterans Treatment Court program as a mentor for five years and has served as mentor coordinator since 2022.

Started in 2016, VTC is a specialized court, the first in Kansas, at the Johnson County Courthouse for selected veterans in the criminal justice system.

Mentors provide vet-to-vet support and camaraderie to engage, encourage and empower eligible veterans to change their lives.

“Mentoring veterans brought me back to what mattered most during my Army years, helping people who were struggling, needed direction or just needed someone steady in their corner. VTC gave me a way to use those experiences for something that truly mattered — supporting fellow veterans. I have learned that mentoring isn’t about fixing people — it’s about walking alongside them. VTC makes that possible, and I’m grateful to still be serving in a way that matters.” – Mike Ralls

Approximately 50 mentors have served in VTC in the past 10 years. Thirteen mentors provided more than 2,300 hours of community service in 2025.

Ralls also volunteers with Johnson County Emergency Management through its Emergency Communications Service, often called “storm spotters.” This group of trained amateur radio operators supports the National Weather Service during severe weather events. He has been a certified net controller (dispatcher) since 2022, helping coordinate communications during weather emergencies.

More information about Veterans Treatment Court and the role of a mentor is available at courts.jocogov.org/forms/VTC_Brochure.pdf.

Sharing master skills with others

Paula Dix, Mike Rafferty and Kim Handley

Volunteers at Johnson County Kansas State Extension Office serve in many ways. Paula Dix, an Extension Master Gardener since 2013, has volunteered at Johnson County Developmental Supports to share her love of gardening and expertise with residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

“I help clients with special needs at JCDS find a connection with gardening through sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. I enjoy seeing the participants experience the joy plants bring while feeling successful in their community garden.” – Paula Dix

Mike Rafferty enjoys the outdoors, oversees natural resources and educates the public on environmental issues. He has been an Extension Master Naturalist since 2019 in partnering with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.

“By working to remove invasive species as well as collecting and distributing native seeds, I help restore the biodiversity of our local woodlands at Ernie Miller Nature Center. I do this work to preserve our natural resources for future scientific discoveries and to ensure the community can enjoy the natural landscape in the park.” – Mike Rafferty

Since 2024, Kim Handley has been an Extension Master Food volunteer at Johnson County Corrections and other community nutrition initiatives. The program’s volunteers help deliver research-based food, nutrition and safety education throughout the county. One example she gives is:.

“Master Food volunteers provide a monthly nutrition education program to those in the JoCo Corrections 28-day re-entry program. I share information on how to adopt healthier eating habits and maximize their food budget. Learning these practical skills supports a successful transition into the next stage of their lives.” – Kim Handley

Volunteers also help with youth development through Extension 4-H programs; plan, plant, tend and staff the Sunset Community Garden in Olathe; participate in Family and Community Education; and volunteer with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) during tax season. In 2025, 1,154 volunteers provided 96,205 hours of community service at these and other programs at Johnson County Kansas State Extension Office.

Delivering home meals

Larry Roos

Laurence (Larry) Roos, has been a Home-Delivered Meals program volunteer with Johnson County Aging and Human Services for three years, serving more than 400 hours delivering meals in Spring Hill.

“Volunteering for me is a continuation of a family tradition of service, with family members having served as teachers, nurses, a respiratory therapist, a firefighter, and in various roles at food kitchens. My wife and I began volunteering for Home Delivered Meals after our grandchildren became independent, leaving us with time to fill. We saw serving those in need as the perfect way to spend that time. As we delivered meals, we became deeply engaged with our recipients, coming to consider them friends. This close connection allows us to be attentive to their health needs and concerns.” –Larry Roos

In 2025, 665 volunteers in the program delivered 226,956 meals to eligible homebound residents.

“Personally, I derive great satisfaction from lifting some of the burden of food insecurity from the lives of so many people, and I will continue to do so for as long as I am able.” – Larry Roos

More information about the Home-Delivered Meals program at Aging and Human Services is available by calling 913-715-8861.

Showing raptors & showcasing talent

Bill Araujo is shown at the re-cent winter solstice program at the Ernie Miller Nature Center.

Bill Araujo, who will celebrate his 80th birthday in June, started as a parttime facilitator in 2007 for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at TimberRidge Adventure Center, Olathe.

The following year, he began volunteering at Ernie Miller Nature Center, Olathe, in glove training the Great Horned Owl.

“I love presenting nature programs to all ages, working with the animals, especially the raptors, and helping with training others. Working with Ernie Miller’s very creative staff keeps me young.” – Bill Araujo

Each of JCPRD’s five departments, including Administrative Services, Culture, Parks and Golf Courses, Recreation, and Safety and Outdoor Education use volunteers to help keep facilities and programs running smoothly and to serve the Johnson County community to its fullest.

Volunteers greet guests. Some play an instrument. Others work with plants, drive a golf ball, run or care for animals.

“It’s the people. JCPRD is first class in all areas. The guests of all ages I come in contact with really seem to appreciate what we do by their constant words of thanks and smiles.” – Bill Araujo

Jenny Hines

Jenny Hines, 62, has volunteered at the Theatre in the Park program since 2021. She has participated as a singer and dancer in five outdoor shows in Shawnee Mission Park and one indoor show at the Arts & Heritage Center in Overland Park. In addition to acting, she regularly ushers for TIP’s indoor shows.

Her favorite role was playing Dorothy/Dottie in “Halftime: Gotta Dance” five years ago. That appearance was the first time she performed on stage since graduating from college in 1985.

“I really love all of the shows, but ‘How to Succeed in Business’ is a favorite!” – Jenny Hines

The 2026 TIP outdoor season begins May 22. “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” is scheduled from July 24 to Aug. 1. Hines plans to audition for a role. More information about TIP is available at theatreinthepark.org.

“The best people are with JCPRD. I took 36 years off acting, but now the kids have moved out, the pets have died and I’ve returned to the stage!” – Jenny Hines

In 2025, 3,961 volunteers provided 146,488 hours of community service to various JCPRD programs, events and activities, including Theatre in the Park.

Assisting law enforcement

Dean and Sarah Borchardt

Dean and Sarah Borchardt, who recently celebrated their 60th anniversary, have volunteered at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office for 11 years.

“During that time, we have helped train the new deputies. We help by doing different scenarios, from domestic violence, to sitting in a car and getting arrested for speeding, careless driving and many more, and the car never moves. We also help with filing and repairing the uniforms that the inmates at the jail damage. If there is a parade and the Sheriff Office is involved, we will be road guards.” – Dean and Sarah Borchardt

All volunteers come from the Sheriff’s Citizens Academy spanning 13 weeks with one 3-hour class each week.

“You will learn everything there is to know about how the department operates. This includes the classroom, doing a ride-along with a deputy. You will also go to the shooting range and take part in the driving course. After you complete all of this, you can now volunteer. There is not a finer group of men and women to be found anywhere. It is truly an honor to be allowed to work with them.” – the Borchardts

Volunteers are also used for mail couriers, scanning and shredding documents and maintaining records. In 2025, 25 volunteers provided 721.5 community hours of public service to the Sheriff’s Office. Application for the Sheriff’s Citizens Academy is accessible at jocogov.jotform.com/232925385669067.

Cooking with juveniles

Gloria Burk

Gloria Burk, who recently celebrated her 85th birthday, has volunteered at the Johnson County Department of Corrections since 2013.

“I coordinate a team of eight volunteers from Blue Valley Church. Two volunteers rotate each Saturday to meet with interested youth from JDC (Juvenile Detention Center). We help them cook a simple meal which they enjoy preparing and then eating. We call our session Cooking with the King. We teach basic cooking skills while we enjoy getting acquainted with and encouraging these young people. We then share a simple Christian lesson and encourage them to share prayer requests. We enjoy our time with these youth and appreciate the opportunity to do so. We feel blessed and hope they feel encouraged.” – Gloria Burk

Volunteers complement departmental services by providing additional support and encouragement that strengthens client progress and supports a successful transition back into the community.

In 2025, 156 volunteers provided 3,505 hours of community service to the department’s programs.

Booking time with a JoCo librarian

tim.phenicie@jocogov.org — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:05:59 +0000

Booking time with a JoCo librarian tim.phenicie@j… Mon, 02/16/2026 - 10:05

Librarian Greg Winsor helps a patron at the Leawood Pioneer branch.

By Heather Perry

Need help with research, technology or navigating Library resources? Johnson County Library is making it easier to get meaningful assistance with a free service called Book a Librarian.

Book a Librarian gives patrons dedicated, one-on-one time with a professional librarian for questions or projects that require more than a quick desk, phone or online interaction.

“It enables people to schedule an uninterrupted 30-minute block of time with a librarian for a deeper form of assistance that is otherwise difficult to provide on a walk-in basis,” said Regional Librarian Bryan Voell.

This service fills a gap by offering convenient, focused support that complements Johnson County Library’s other resources.

Appointments are confidential, judgment- free and available in person, by phone or through email. Sessions are open to adults 18 and older and may be scheduled for up to 30 minutes per week. After a request is submitted, Library staff follow up within 72 business hours to confirm details and match patrons with the right librarian.

What it can help with:

Using online resources available through Johnson County Library
Navigating the Library catalog
Help with research or assignments
Finding journal and newspaper articles
Downloading eBooks and audiobooks
Searching the internet
Using Library databases
Computer basics

What it can’t help with:

Notary services
Tax assistance
Legal or medical advice
Homework tutoring
Investing or personal shopping
Exam proctoring
Proofreading
Repairing or troubleshooting personal devices

“For many patrons, the Library is a place for quick transactions,” Voell said. “For those needing help with things like setting up an email, learning their new laptop or understanding basic research techniques, there has traditionally been a limitation on the amount of time one staff member can spend with them. This is where Book a Librarian comes in.”

The service gives patrons free support for projects, learning new tools and navigating unfamiliar territory, and helping make Library expertise more visible, accessible and useful.

“For those overwhelmed and unsure where to start, remember we’re here to help,” Voell said.

To schedule an appointment, visit jocolibrary.org or ask a staff member for assistance.

Heather Perry is the communications specialist at Johnson County Library.

Art by local artists on display at Johnson County Administration Building

tim.dodderidge@jocogov.org — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:28:38 +0000

Art by local artists on display at Johnson County Administration Building tim.dodderidge… Mon, 02/09/2026 - 09:28 February 9, 2026

A new collection of art is now on display in the Johnson County Administration Building, through the county’s partnership with InterUrban ArtHouse on a rotating art exhibition.

This is the Administration Building’s fifth collection of art since the rotating exhibition began in Sept. 2024. The exhibition features artwork by local artists Michele Sherlock and Joha Bisone.

Sherlock’s art encompasses the mediums of acrylic paint, oil pastel, graphite and texture paste. The works on display in this exhibition include both geometric and abstract paintings.

“I am fascinated by the way in which abstraction and geometric forms allow a person to define a painting from their own point of view,” Sherlock said. “Watching the connection happen between the viewer and the painting is an exciting thing to observe.”

The inspiration for Sherlock’s paintings comes from her love of design, architecture, color, cultural connections and her worldwide travels. Her works focus on the elements of geometry, harmony and movement.

“My creative process is representative of the way I create my life, layering on meaning as I learn and grow,” Sherlock said.

A graduate of the Kansas City Art Institute, Bisone focuses on the mediums of watercolor and acrylic ink. Her works in this exhibition feature brightly colored brush strokes and distinctive lines, which create organic landscapes.

“Inspiration is found through the never-ending supply from the natural world,” Bisone said. “My exploration of patterns, colors and textures meld into abstract shapes with hints of realistic imagery.”

Bisone loves the fluidness and unpredictability of her medium. If she gets bored, she quickly tries to change things up. “Making drastic choices results in interesting things you never would have seen before,” she said.

If you’d like to come view the art by these artists, the Administration Building is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can also view public art at several Library branches, also through a partnership with InterUrban ArtHouse.

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County Manager's Office

Library

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News

Free tax prep assistance and other resources available to Johnson County residents

tim.dodderidge@jocogov.org — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:21:55 +0000

Free tax prep assistance and other resources available to Johnson County residents tim.dodderidge… Wed, 02/04/2026 - 16:21 February 4, 2026

Johnson County Government and its partners provide several options to help residents with their income tax returns. Offerings include free filing assistance to those who qualify, convenient access to tools and resources and even transportation to those who need assistance getting to a tax preparation appointment.

It is important to note that demand for these programs is high, and capacity can fill up quickly, especially closer to the deadline for filing income taxes. It is suggested that residents plan ahead and watch for messaging that appointment slots are no longer available or capacity has been reached.

VITA at the Johnson County K-State Extension Office

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program offers free tax preparation and electronic filing for households earning $69,000 or less.
Location: Sunset Drive Office Building (11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS 66061)
Days and Hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Walk in or drop-off services only.
Spanish translation available most days the VITA site is open.

For more information visit Tax Preparation.

Johnson County Library Assistance and Resources

The Library partners with AARP to offer free tax filing assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program. Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free tax preparation service and is staffed by IRS-certified volunteers.

The program is open to all Kansas residents, with a focus on adults 50 and older and individuals with low to moderate income. No AARP membership or Library card is required.

Location: Oak Park Library, Large Meeting Room (9500 Bluejacket St., Overland Park)
Availability: Feb. 2 through April 15, Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Appointments are required: Walk-ins are not accepted. Schedule appointments through the AARP Kansas Tax-Aide website, which also lists additional locations statewide.
All participants must complete a required questionnaire before or during their appointment. Paper copies will be available from AARP volunteers at Oak Park Library.

The Library offers access to credible tools to help you prepare:

IRS Free File: Online federal tax preparation and filing for eligible taxpayers
Kansas Legal Services: Legal assistance on federal tax matters for low-income taxpayers
MyFreeTaxes: United Way, in partnership with VITA, helps people file their taxes for free
Printed Tax Forms: Limited supplies of federal 1040 and 1040-SR forms and instruction booklets in English and Spanish are available in branches while supplies last. State tax forms are not available in print
Computers and Printing: Free access to Library computers for online filing and tax forms. Printing is available, including mobile and remote options

For a complete overview of tax help and forms available through the Library, visit the Tax Help and Forms page at jocolibrary.org.

Transportation Assistance

Johnson County Catch-a-Ride is a social service program offered by Aging and Human Services. It can provide volunteer transportation for residents who need assistance getting to tax appointments.

Availability: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., to the VITA site in Olathe and Johnson County libraries offering AARP Tax-Aide.
Individuals must apply for services in advance and be accepted into the program before requesting a ride.
Donation-based, with a recommended $6 donation per one-way ride.
Subject to volunteer availability.

Additional eligibility guidelines and information are available at jocogov.org/catcharide.

Department:

Aging and Human Services

K-State Extension, Johnson County

Library

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News Releases

Three warming centers to operate in Johnson County on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

tim.dodderidge@jocogov.org — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 23:08:04 +0000

Three warming centers to operate in Johnson County on Martin Luther King Jr. Day tim.dodderidge… Wed, 01/14/2026 - 17:08 January 14, 2026

Johnson County will offer three warming centers as safe, warm daytime spaces on Martin Luther King Jr. Day when other public buildings are closed.

The warming centers will be open regardless of weather. Phone charging, snacks and hot drinks will be available at the facilities.

The three warming centers available on Jan. 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. will include:

Overland Park Christian Church, 7600 W. 75th St., in Overland Park.
Redemption Church, 515 S. Ridgeview Road, in Olathe.
Salvation Army, 420 E. Santa Fe St., in Olathe.

These additional warming centers will supplement other warming centers in Johnson County that are only open during their host building’s normal operating business hours, which typically do not include holidays.

They will be activated in partnership with Johnson County Government and United Community Services of Johnson County.

While Johnson County Library’s branches and both Olathe Public Library branches normally serve as warming centers during their operating hours, they will be closed and will not be available on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Both library systems’ holiday hours are listed on their websites.

Information on other warming centers in Johnson County is available at jocogov.org/winter.

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Housing

Library

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News Releases

Library Board

tim.dodderidge@jocogov.org — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 22:11:20 +0000

Library Board tim.dodderidge… Fri, 01/02/2026 - 16:11

Purpose
The Library board acquires property, provides library services, creates and adopts rules and regulations, develops policies, and administers grants for thirteen library facilities.

Meeting Information
View additional information on meeting dates, activities and minutes on the Library Board page.

Board Information
Find the board roster, term dates, notes and contact information on the county Boards & Commissions page.

December 10, 2026 - 04:00pm December 10, 2026 - 06:00pm

Central Resource Library

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Public Meetings

Library Board

Board of County Commissioners

Library

Library Board

tim.dodderidge@jocogov.org — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 22:10:58 +0000

Library Board tim.dodderidge… Fri, 01/02/2026 - 16:10

Purpose
The Library board acquires property, provides library services, creates and adopts rules and regulations, develops policies, and administers grants for thirteen library facilities.

Meeting Information
View additional information on meeting dates, activities and minutes on the Library Board page.

Board Information
Find the board roster, term dates, notes and contact information on the county Boards & Commissions page.

November 12, 2026 - 04:00pm November 12, 2026 - 06:00pm

Central Resource Library

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Public Meetings

Library Board

Board of County Commissioners

Library

Library Board

tim.dodderidge@jocogov.org — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 22:10:40 +0000

Library Board tim.dodderidge… Fri, 01/02/2026 - 16:10

Purpose
The Library board acquires property, provides library services, creates and adopts rules and regulations, develops policies, and administers grants for thirteen library facilities.

Meeting Information
View additional information on meeting dates, activities and minutes on the Library Board page.

Board Information
Find the board roster, term dates, notes and contact information on the county Boards & Commissions page.

October 8, 2026 - 04:00pm October 8, 2026 - 06:00pm

Central Resource Library

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Public Meetings

Library Board

Board of County Commissioners

Library

Library Board

tim.dodderidge@jocogov.org — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 22:10:07 +0000

Library Board tim.dodderidge… Fri, 01/02/2026 - 16:10

Purpose
The Library board acquires property, provides library services, creates and adopts rules and regulations, develops policies, and administers grants for thirteen library facilities.

Meeting Information
View additional information on meeting dates, activities and minutes on the Library Board page.

Board Information
Find the board roster, term dates, notes and contact information on the county Boards & Commissions page.

September 10, 2026 - 04:00pm September 10, 2026 - 06:00pm

Central Resource Library

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Public Meetings

Library Board

Board of County Commissioners

Library