Administration

 

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 2nd Tuesday of each month at 4:30 pm at the library

 

Next Meeting Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM 


 

Board Meeting Agenda

  1. Call to Order
  2. Public Comment
  3. Staff Report – Brittany Lutes, SummerREAD
  4. Minutes*
  5. Adjustments to the Agenda
  6. Financial Report*
    1. Fleming Fund
  7. Ongoing Business
    1. July Meeting*
    2. Recording Meetings
  8. New Business
    1. Department of Commerce: Institution Notice for Liquor Permit*
    2. Credit Card Report*
    3. Executive Session to consider the investigation of complaints against a public employee.*
    4. Policy Review
      1. Cyber Security Policy*
        1. Executive Session to discuss Cybersecurity Policy*
      2. Sick Leave Donation Policy*
      3. Meeting Room Policy
    5. Gifts*
  9. Library Reports
    1. Director’s Report
    2. Department Reports
    3. Circulation Statistics
    4. Program Statistics
    5. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Statistics
  10. Board Comments
  11. Adjourn

*Action Item

Next Meeting: tentatively July 14, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Records Commission Meeting Agenda

  1. Call to Order
  2. Minutes
  3. Adjustments to the Agenda
  4. Ongoing Business
  5. New Business
    1. Proposed revised Records Retention Schedule*
  6. Adjourn

*Action Item

 


Public Participation Policy

 

 

Director, Sarah Clevidence 

Image
Sarah in black jacket leaning on bookshelf

419-434-1479

clevidsa@findlaylibrary.org

 

Assistant Director, Joel Mantey 

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Joel with teal shirt and grey tie

419-434-1474

jmantey@findlaylibrary.org

 

Departments 

Circulation Services 

419-422-1712

Manager: Kayleen Kroeger

kkroeger@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Community Relations Coordinator 

Heather Rhoads 419-434-1480

hrhoads@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Extension & Outreach Services 

419-434-1123

Manager: Kayleen Kroeger

kkroeger@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Facilities Services

419-434-1477

Manager: Larry Hammond

lhammond@findlaylibrary.org 

 

 Fiscal/Records Officer

419-434-1478

Brianne Markley

fiscalofficer@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Genealogy 

419-422-4553

Genealogy Associate: Justin Crawfis

jcrawfis@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Human Resources 

419-434-9473

Manager: Don Essex

dessex@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Information Services 

419-422-1737

Manager: Joel Mantey

jmantey@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Information Technology

419-434-1481

Manager: Courtney Ward

cward@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Outreach Coordinator 

Lisa Dryden 419-434-1440

ldryden@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Read for Life Coordinator

Kristy Szkudlarek 419-422-3755

kszkudlarek@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Security Services

419-434-1186

Manager: Mike Martien

mmartien@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Tech Services

419-434-1432

Manager: Holly Brandi

hbrandi@findlaylibrary.org 

 

Youth Services

419-434-1484

Manager: Brittany Lutes

blutes@findlaylibrary.org