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Notice of Public Meeting
***Monday, March 23, 2026
5:00 pm
DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Door County Library –
Sturgeon Bay
Jane Greene Room
107 South 4th Avenue
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Oversight for Door County Library
***AMENDED AGENDA- Rescheduled from March 16
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Establish a Quorum
3. Adopt Agenda
4. Approval of the February 16, 2026 Library Board Meeting Minutes
5. Correspondence
Door County Library Events Calendar –March and April
Nicolet Library System Memo on Closed Sessions and Compliance
6. Public Comment
7. Reports
Miller Art Museum Report
Museum/Archives Report- including 2025 County of Door Annual Report
Library Director Report- including 2025 Infographic and County of Door Annual Report
2025 Materials expenditure report
School Library Report
8. Vouchers Review and Approval
9. Donations Review and Approval
10. Acceptance of Gifts, Grants, or Donations (standing agenda item)
11. Sustainability Matters to be Considered (standing agenda item)
12. Legislative Matters to be Considered
13. Review and Approve Door County Library Volunteer Policy
14. Review and Approve Head of Technical Services Job Description
15. Matters to be Placed on a Future Agenda or Referred to a Committee, Official, or Employee
16. Next Meeting Date(s)
Monday, April 20, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Place: Door County Library - Jane Greene Room 107 South 4th Avenue Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
17. Meeting Per Diem Code:
18. Closed Session
Convene into closed session pursuant to §19.85(1)(c), Wis. Stats, for purposes of considering employment, promotion,
compensation, or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the Library Board has jurisdiction or
exercises responsibility.
19. Reconvene into Open Session
20. Discussion and Decision (if any)
21. Adjournment
This meeting will be conducted by
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of the public may join the meeting remotely or
in-person.
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DRAFT February 16 th , 2026 Door County Library Board of Trustees Meetin g Minutes Page 1 of 4
MINUTES
Monday,
February 16 th , 2026
DRAFT
DOOR COUNTY
LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Door County Library –
Sturgeon Bay
Jane Greene Room
107 S 4th Ave
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Oversight for Door County Library
Call Meeting to Order
The Monday February 16 th , 2026 Door County Library Board of Trustees Meeting was called to order at 5:00
p.m. by Library Board President Morgan Rusnak.
Establish a Quorum
Members present in-person: Robert Dickson, Matt Huston, Mary Jackson, Nicole Matson (5:01), Morgan
Rusnak, Mike Scoville.
Members present online: Nissa Norton.
Also present in-person: Library Director Dominic Frandrup; Assistant Library Director/Head of Technical
Services Rebecca Buchmann; Door County, County Administrator Ken Pabich; Door County Human
Resources Generalist Michelle Paschke; Door County Finance Director Steve Wipperfurth.
Also present online: members of the public.
Adopt Agenda
Motion Dickson, second Scoville to adopt the meeting agenda. Motion carried.
Approval of the January 19 th , 2026 Library Board Meeting Minutes
Motion Jackson, second Dickson to approve the minutes of the January 19th , 2026 Door County Library
Board of Trustees Meeting. Motion carried.
Correspondence
The two most recent Door County Library Newsletters, a letter from Nicolet Library System Director Tracy
Vreeke, the most recent Trustee Tales article Benefits of Wisconsin’s Public Library Systems, and a thank
you letter from the Door County Toys for Kids Committee were included in the February 16 th , 2026 Library
Board Meeting Agenda Packet as correspondence.
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
Closed Session
Convene into closed session pursuant to §19.85(1)(c), Wis. Stats., for the purpose of considering
performance evaluation data of specific Door County Library employees over which the County of Door
has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility.
Roll Call Vote to Enter Closed Session Required
Motion Matson, second Huston for the Library Board to adjourn open session and convene in closed
session. Motion carried, with all Library Board Trustees voting Yes. Time: 5:06 p.m.
Reconvene in Open Session
Roll Call Vote to Reconvene in Open Session Required
Motion Jackson, second Matson for the Library Board to adjourn closed session and reconvene in open
session. Motion carried, with all Library Board Trustees voting Yes. Time: 6:34 p.m.
Discussion and Decision (if any)
The Library Board discussed the library’s organizational structure and made changes to the draft
organizational chart that was included in the February 16
th , 2026 Library Board Agenda Packet as
discussed in closed session.
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Reports
The Miller Art Museum (MAM) report had been emaile d; it was also mentioned that MAM staff would
also be helping to install artwork at Sturgeon Bay City Hall.
The Museum & Archives Report was included in the F ebruary 16 th , 2026 Library Board packet.
The complete Library Director’s Report was include d in the February 16 th , 2026 Library Board packet;
Director Frandrup highlighted specific activities outlined in his report and the reports contributed by
Door County Library Branch Managers and Sturgeon Bay Library full-time staff including information on
Library Legislative Day, Door County Reads events, and the Librarians film presentation sponsored in-
part by the Friends of Door County Libraries.
The School Libraries Report was presented by Schoo l Representative Mike Scoville, Library Media
Specialist for the Gibraltar Area School District: the author presentations by Bethany Barton at the Door
County-mainland schools were great; author Jennifer Neilsen will be visiting in October 2026.
Vouchers Review and Approval
The Door County Library Board of Trustees is statutorily obligated to review and approve the Library’s
vouchers. Having reviewed this month’s voucher summary, Library Board members agreed to approve all
Library expenditures for December 2025 in the amount of $36,136.05.
Motion Norton, second Jackson. Motion carried. Treasurer Norton’s signature to be secured per by-law.
Having reviewed this month’s voucher summary, Library Board members agreed to approve all Library
expenditures for January 2026 in the amount of $35,267.40.
Motion Norton, second Dickson. Motion carried. Treasurer Norton’s signature to be secured per by-law.
Donations Review and Approval
Donation and Grant expenses are included in the Accounts Payable transactions. A summary of November
2025 donations and grant activity was included in the February 16 th , 2026 Library Board Packet. Any grant
funds listed have already been approved by the Library Board.
Motion Jackson, second Huston to accept Library donations received for December 2025 in the amount of
$23,558.68. Motion carried.
Motion Jackson, second Huston to accept Library donations received for January 2026 in the amount of
$250.00. Motion carried.
Acceptance of Gifts, Grants, or Donations
This is a standing agenda item; there were no gifts, grants, or donations to be accepted at this meeting.
Sustainability Matters to be Considered
This is a standing agenda item; there were no sustainability matters to be considered at this meeting.
Legislative Matters to be Considered
Library Legislative Day was discussed as part of the Library Director’s Report.
Review and Approve Application to (NLS) for Library Services Grant
Each year, the Nicolet Library System provides Library Services Grants to its member libraries and
requires grant application approval by each member library’s library board. DCL uses its Library Services
Grant to supplement its materials budget and the granted amount is divided evenly between library
branches.
Motion Huston, second Matson to approve the Library’s 2026 Library Services Grant Application. Motion
carried.
Review and Consider for Approval 2025 State Annual Report for Door County Library
The Library’s 2025 Annual Report to the State of Wisconsin was included in the February 16 th , 2026
Library Board Agenda Packet for the Library Board to review. E-resource lending was discussed, the
number of Libby users compared with Hoopla users was mentioned. It was also pointed out that Library’s
annual statistics show that DCL continues to underserve teens.
Motion Rusnak, second Jackson to approve the Library’s 2025 Annual Report. Motion carried.
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Review and Consider for Approval Annual Report statement concerning System Effectiveness for
2025
Each year as part of the Annual Report to the State of Wisconsin, library boards are asked to provide a
statement describing whether their library system is effectively meeting their library’s needs.
Motion Rusnak, second Huston to approve the statement concerning system effectiveness in Door County
Library’s 2025 Annual Report to the State of Wisconsin. Motion carried.
Review and Consider for Approval Rescheduling Staff Training Day from March 23 to May 11, 2026
March 23 rd , 2026 had previously been approved as day all branches of the Library would close for a staff
training day. Training materials for the Library’s new ILS won’t be available until May 2026, so Library staff
proposes moving the staff training day to May 11 th , 2026 and keeping all Library locations open on March
23 rd , 2026.
Motion Dickson, second Matson to approve closing all Door County Library locations on May 11 th , 2026 for
staff training and keeping the libraries open on March 23 rd , 2026. Motion carried.
Review and Discuss the Draft County of Door Employee Handbook
A draft of the County of Door Employee Handbook was included in the February 16 th , 2026 Library Board
Agenda Packet for the Library Board to review. County Administrator Pabich explained that the County is
in the process of updating its employee handbook. Areas of this document where Library operations and
governance function according to Chapter 43 of the Wisconsin State Statutes rather than following County
practices have been pointed out to the County. The County is working on drafting language to include in
the manual stating when statue differs from County practices, statute is to be followed.
Review and Approve Library Hierarchy Proposal
The Library Board reviewed the draft organizational chart that was included in the February 16
th , 2026
Library Board Agenda Packet. The Library Board had previously made changes to the hierarchy during
their post-closed session discussion and made additional changes such as wording of job titles during this
discussion. The process of presenting this hierarchy to Library staff was also discussed.
Motion Rusnak, second Dickson to approve the Library Hierarchy Proposal with changes. Motion carried.
Review and Approve Area Branch Manager Job Description
The job description for the Area Branch Manager was distributed and reviewed by the Library Board. The
Library Board made changes to the wording of the job description, including the job title. Human
Resources Generalist Paschke explained the County is still waiting for wage rate confirmation for this
position from their compensation consultant. Once the Library Board approves the position and the
compensation rate has been confirmed, it will be ready to be posted.
Motion Matson, second Rusnak to approve the Area Manager Job Description with revisions. Motion carried.
Discuss Sturgeon Bay Circulation Staffing Pilot
Door County Finance Director Wipperfurth presented work that was being done to create circulation
schedule for Door County Library – Sturgeon Bay. Potentially, this schedule will be part of a 4-week pilot to
determine coverage needs at the Sturgeon Bay location.
Matters to be Placed on a Future Agenda or Referred to a Committee, Official, or Employee
The County of Door Employee Handbook will be submi tted for Library Board adoption when its final
draft has been completed.
The Head of Technical Services Job Description wil l appear on the Library Board agenda for their
March 2026 meeting.
Next Meeting Date(s)
Library Board Meeting Monday, March 16 th , 2025 - 5:00 pm
Place: Door County Library – Sturgeon Bay: Jane Greene Room 107 South 4th Avenue Sturgeon Bay,
WI 54235
Meeting Per Diem Code : 216
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Adjournment
Motion: Jackson, second Huston for adjournment. Motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Rebecca Buchmann, Assistant Director/Head of Technical Services, minutes
pertaining to closed session taken by Library Board Secretary Mary Jackson, some minutes pertaining to
the Reports section taken by School Representative Scoville .
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1595 Allouez Avenue · Suite 4 · Green Bay, Wisconsin 54311
(920) 448 - 4410 · www.nicoletlibraries.org
March 12, 2026
President Morgan Rusnak
Door County Library
Dear Library Board President and fellow board members,
This memo provides guidance on the appropriate use and management of closed session
meetings for the library board. It also addresses several areas where the library’s current
practices give the appearance of being misaligned with Wisconsin law or established public
library governance standards. The intent of this communication is to reinforce good
governance practices, ensure compliance with state law, and support the board in
maintaining transparency and public trust.
Wisconsin’s Open Meetings Law requires that all public library board meetings be open to the
public unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Closed sessions are allowed only for
narrowly defined purposes—such as personnel evaluations, litigation strategy, contract or
real estate negotiations, or other matters where public discussion would compromise the
library’s legal or financial interests. Closed sessions may not be used for convenience, to avoid
scrutiny, or to discuss topics that are merely uncomfortable.
Before entering closed session, the board must:
• Announce the statutory exemption being used
• Provide a notice that describes the specific nature of the business to be discussed
• Vote in open session to convene in closed session
• Limit discussion strictly to the stated purpose
The Wisconsin Department of Justice advises that closed session notices be as specific as
possible without undermining the confidentiality of the discussion. Reciting the statute alone
is insufficient.
The library board must evaluate whether the topic clearly fits within a statutory exemption
and whether public discussion would harm the library’s legal, financial, or personnel interests.
If the matter does not meet these criteria, the meeting must remain open. When in doubt,
the safer course is an open meeting.
Once in closed session, the library board controls who may remain. Only individuals whose
presence is necessary to the discussion should attend—typically trustees, the library director
(when relevant), and legal counsel. Staff, county personnel, or outside parties may be
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1595 Allouez Avenue · Suite 4 · Green Bay, Wisconsin 54311
(920) 448 - 4410 · www.nicoletlibraries.org
included only when essential to the specific matter. The board president is responsible for
managing attendance and ensuring no unauthorized individuals are present.
Under Chapter 43, the library board—not the county, individual trustees, or library staff—
holds exclusive authority over library policy, the budget once appropriated, and the hiring,
supervision, and dismissal of the library director. Daily operations are delegated to the
director, not other library or county personnel. Trustees must avoid directing staff or
engaging in operational decision‑making, as doing so violates statutory boundaries, creates
liability risks, and undermines organizational stability.
The annual evaluation of the library director is a core library board responsibility. Best
practices require that the review be:
• Conducted by the full board or a designated committee, not outside persons or entities
• Based on clear, pre‑established expectations and measurable goals
• Documented in writing and discussed professionally and confidentially
• Focused on job performance, not personal or political disagreements
The evaluation must occur in a properly noticed meeting. If held in closed session, the board
must cite the appropriate exemption and limit discussion accordingly. Informal reviews,
individual trustee involvement, or discussions outside a legally noticed meeting constitute
non‑compliance. Statute mandates that library employee reviews, other than that of the
director, be conducted by the library director with library staff, board, and outside personnel
serving in an advisory role upon request.
Failure to follow statutory requirements and governance standards can result in open
meetings violations, improper personnel actions, staff grievances, legal claims, strained
relationships, loss of system support, and erosion of public trust. Persistent non‑compliance
may jeopardize funding and expose the board to legal scrutiny.
The following are recommendations for the library board at the current time:
• Reaffirm statutory governance roles. Operate consistently within the authority granted
under Chapter 43. Trustees should focus on governance and policy; the director should
manage daily operations and library staff.
• Strengthen compliance with open meetings law. Use closed sessions only when a
statutory exemption applies. Provide specific notice, vote properly, and restrict
attendance to essential participants.
• Implement a formal director evaluation process. Adopt a structured annual review based
on clear expectations and documented goals. Conduct evaluations only in properly
noticed meetings and only by the board or a designated committee of the board.
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(920) 448 - 4410 · www.nicoletlibraries.org
• Address non‑compliance concerns immediately. Correct any deviations from statutory
requirements or governance standards promptly to avoid legal, operational, or
reputational consequences and to avoid loss of Nicolet Library System services and
support.
• Seek advisory support when needed. An advisor may assist the board during closed
sessions or governance discussions to ensure compliance and support effective
decision‑making.
I am committed to assisting the board in maintaining full compliance. I am available to attend
meetings, participate in closed sessions, advise on governance practices, provide resources,
support the development of a compliant evaluation process, and help clarify statutory
responsibilities. My role is to support the board’s success and ensure the library operates
within the legal and ethical framework required of a Wisconsin public library. Please feel free
to contact me via email or phone if you would like to discuss this further. In the interest of
avoiding open meetings violations, such as a walking quorum, please do not reach out as a full
board or subset of the board, but contact me individually.
Warm Regards,
Tracy
Tracy D. Vreeke
System Director
Tvreeke@nicoletlibraries.org
920-448-4414
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Upcoming Events
Every Friday - Coffee with the Curators Talks
3/5/26 - LIR Historic Cooking Class
3/12/26 - LIR Early Firefighting in DC
3/26/26 - Museum Open House 5-8pm
Visitor Comments
"Special Place"
"So informative. Fantastic!"
February Programs and Events
2/22/26 - Sevastopol Fossil Talk
2/25/26 - SBHS History Club Tour
2/26/26 - LIR Exhibit Creation Class
2/28/26 - Fossil Fest
Artifact Donations
2/5/26 - WWI uniform, flag, photos and
other military artifacts
2/7/26 - Collection of DC Fair artifacts
2/12/26 - Idlewild Inn sign and photos
2/27/26 - Large collection of DC fossils
2/27/26 - Misc, Door County photos
Summary
In February, The Friends of the Museum received a $4,540 Sustainability Grant for our
digitization initiative. With an additional $500 from the Friends, this will fund a part-time
summer intern, and we are also recruiting volunteers to assist with the project.
February 2026 Report
Submitted by Joe Taylor, Museum and Archives Manager
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2025 ANNUAL REPORT
DOOR COUNTY MUSEUM & ARCHIVES DIVISION
A. Mission Statement: The mission of the Door County Museum and Archives is to support
and strengthen the identity of Door County, Wisconsin through the transformative power of
history. The Museum fulfills that mission through educational displays, community outreach
programs, and by aiding the public and other organizations with inquiries and research
related to the history of Door County.
B. Summary of Responsibilities:
Design, build and maintain exhibits at the Door County Museum.
Catalogue, conserve and store artifacts of the Museum and Archives collection.
Provide history programming for youth and adults.
Fulfill requests and answer questions from the public related to history.
Collaborate with the historical communities of Door County and Wisconsin.
Promote and market the Museum and Door County history to the public.
C. Program Summary:
Presented over 15 special programs on the history of Door County that served over
800 people. Topics included; people of Door County, geology, photography, music,
early toolmaking, schools, story writing and more.
Hosted the Boys & Girls Club of Door County, along with multiple school and tour
groups for engaging educational programming sessions.
Conducted visit with Santa in conjunction with Destination Sturgeon Bay.
D. Goals / Objectives Achieved in 2025:
Served 7256 museum visitors, a 70.3% increase over 2024.
Accessioned 65 donations (71% increase from 2024) consisting of hundreds of
individual Door County related items, photographs and documents.
Surveyed and organized the archives collection and successfully migrated to new
collections management software.
Helped revitalized the Friends of the Museum group to help fund museum projects.
Started fabrication and Installation on the Foundational Industries exhibit funded by
over $112,000 in grants and donations.
This project involves hiring and mentoring young
interns, providing them with valuable hands-on experience in exhibit fabrication and
professional career development.
Collaborated in developing a plan to advance the rehabilitation of the property
adjacent to the museum, with the goal of repurposing it in part as the museum’s
new support and collections facility.
Expanded social media presence – 1113 Facebook followers (up 283) and 1,187
Instagram followers (up 35).
Continued to inspire exceptional comments from museum visitors and provide an
outstanding visitor experience.
E. Knowledge Sharing 2025:
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Provided research and historic imagery services to a wide variety of organizations
and individuals inside and outside of Door County.
Shared the history of Door County and local tourism information with 7,256 visitors.
F. Department Budget Status
2024 2025
Approved Budgeted Expenditures $194,242.00 $212,498.00
Actual Expenditures $128,146.18 179,627.00*
Budgeted Revenues $0.00 $0.00
Actual Revenues $9,179.02 $10,038.54
Levy Appropriation $133,631.01 $212,498.00
* Actual Expenditures does not include grant funded projects.
Grants received for 2025: $50,000 Community Investment Fund Grant. The Friends of
the Door County Museum and Archives were awarded an additional $55,000 (granted to
the museum in January 2026).
G. Other Accomplishments:
Continued development and implementation of Museum Interpretive Plan.
Updated museum staff job descriptions and simplified organizational structure.
Continued beneficial relationship with Heritage Alliance of Door County.
Hired a new Curator with a focus in Education and Outreach. Hired three Exhibit
Interns (grant funded) for Founding Industries project.
H. Issues, concerns and Restraints:
There remains a critical need for space to properly accommodate collection storage,
programming, and staff work areas. This concern is currently being addressed with
the cost-effective rehabilitation of the former Yonkers building.
Long term declines in student visitation due to school budgets and museum space
issues.
I. Goals and Objectives for 2025:
Bring the Foundational Industries grant-funded exhibit to substantial completion.
Create a publicly accessible online portal for the museum and archives collection.
Significantly expand the portion of the collection that is digitized and fully
integrated into the new collections management system.
Continue supporting the Friends Group in its growth and development to ensure
long-term sustainability and strengthen its capacity to fund museum projects.
Continue to implement the Museum Interpretive Plan, with the goal to triple
visitation (15,000 visitors/year) by 2035.
Increase outside funding sources to help offset operation cost.
Secure additional grants for archives digitization project.
Continue assessment and revision of the Museum’s Policies and Procedures.
Implement a school outreach program to better serve local students and teachers.
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Director’s Report Page 1 of 12
Administrative
• Door County Library’s County Annual Report included
after this document in addition to the 2025 Infographic.
Of note, DCL digital circulation was 29.41%, and physical
circulation was 70.59% in 2025 and both collections are
seeing increases in circulation.
• The Librarians won best feature film at the Door County
Film Fest! The Friends of the Door County Library, Door
County library Foundation, Write On, Door County and
Door County League of Women Voters were all financial
supporters of getting the film and the producer Janique
Robillards in attendance for the Q&A portion. The film is
currently airing on PBS. In addition, the Friends of the Door County Libraries have purchased a DVD copy
for DCL to have showings of the film.
• The Egg Harbor location will be closed April 29- May 3 for flooring refinishing. There will be no circulation of
materials or ILL deliveries. No items will be due, but materials can be returned to any other DCL location.
• The video for Kate Quinn’s Door County Reads Q&A session received 294 views and three new DCL-
YouTube channel subscribers during the month it was available.
• Fish Creek location’s internet speed was increased from
20mbps to 100mbps on March 3. That just leaves the
Ephraim location at 20mbps as all other DCL locations
are at 100mbps or higher.
• A Carnegie Corporation Grant of $10,000 was awarded to
Door County Library due to Sturgeon Bay having opened a
Carnegie Library in 1913 and being a recipient of a
Carnegie grant for the building of that location. As the
Sturgeon Bay location will be having a building project in
the near future, the Library Foundation will be utilizing
this award for that purpose.
• The Area Manager position has been posted.
Facilities
• At Sturgeon Bay location: Furniture rearranged in Teen area with additional shelving, Revised seating
changes occurred in Adult Dept, and storage area shelving installed.
Friends of Door County Libraries
• Upcoming book sales: March 14: 9:30- 12:00, March 25: 11:00-1:00 and April 11: 9:30-12:00
• Screenings of “The Librarians” are being planned for National Library Week.
23 March 2026 – Library Board Meeting
Director’s Report – Dominic Frandrup
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Library statistics reporting – included statistical reports and charts:
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Hi to you both!
John and I (and Tom from the bar.....) want to thank you for providing such
a fun evening. It was wonderful all the way around....food, drinks,
questions, camaraderie, meeting Sean, prizes......and BUTT stuff!!!
A huge round of applause for all you did to get it organized and making
such a fun event. Loved every minute of it.
Jane/John
Branch Library Locations Reports
Baileys Harbor- Mary Sawyer
February was a dubious month at the Baileys Harbor
Library. On the 9th our heating was shut off, and space
heaters were installed; these will be in use until the
weather turns or the Geothermal installation is
complete. On the 11th the sheriff’s department was
summoned to the library (for the first time according
to their information) to escort a banned patron from
the premises. And icy weather forced us to reschedule
our ceramics class on the 20th.
Despite everything to come, our first event of the month, Trivia Night at The Cleat, was a successful foray
into a book club trivia night hybrid meeting. We had 14 people in attendance who enjoyed spirited
competition, delicious food, and fun prizes. Below is an email from a patron who was particularly happy
to be a part of the event.
Egg Harbor- Dixie Jorns
February was a month with a lot of things going on at the library in Egg Harbor. Many of the usual events that
happen on a regular basis continued to draw people in. An add-on to our regular offerings for this month has been
the in-house tax help from AARP. Skilled volunteers have been aiding folks in the community with tax preparation
on Mondays by appointment and will continue to do so through March.
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The Maker Space activity for the month was Alcohol Inks. Somewhere between forty and fifty people came to craft
tiles and jewelry items using this process. The Maker Space also hosted an adult Craft Night at the end of the
month that highlights our focused project for the upcoming month. Fifteen people came out on yet another snowy,
blustery night to make soy candles.
Silent Book Club of Door County has been a quiet success. Twelve people came to our February event, and we
again had a very relaxed and enjoyable evening.
We did not host a movie this month due to the many scheduled Tuesday evening programs. “Oh Buoy!” Ship Talk
was an updated version of a program that we did last year. There were 39 people that came out to learn about what
happens at the Sturgeon Bay shipyard and learn more about the Cobia submarine
that was there for maintenance and repair recently.
The Bethany Barton Presents! event was not as well attended as I had hoped, but
24 kids and parents were totally enthralled with this great program. It was fun to
see the kids having such a great time (while learning!)
The Between the Pages Book Club selection for February was The Book Club for
Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick. Fourteen members came to the
discussion and all pretty much agreed that this was a good February read.
Everyone enjoyed this one!
In anticipation of Spring, the volunteers caring for the Seed Library were here for a seed packing party. Six people
turned out to get our supplies ready for area gardens. Everything is now set up and ready to go. We are fortunate
and grateful to have local people taking care of this for us and our patrons.
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Ephraim- Suzanne Ihrig
Ephraim Book Club met on February 3rd and, instead of discussing a
work of fiction as is their wont, each member chose a work of non-
fiction to present to the group and spark discussions. Despite some
initial grumbling, the eleven book club members who attended really
enjoyed it. The photo to the left is some of the book club members
cleaning up after and getting in a few last words.
We also started a “Homeschool Kids Book Club” here at the Ephraim
Library on February 5th. This book club will run each Thursday in
February and March, and the kids will break down and discuss two
books from James Patterson’s Treasure Hunters series. The parents
are helping the kids with the discussion questions, and I am supplying floor cushions and snacks. And, despite the
name, this book club is open to all.
We held a Door County Reads event on February 6th, when Karen Eckert of Owl Arts facilitated a pottery class
where participants made clay spoon rests inspired by the themes of The Briar Club by Kate Quinn. We had 17 (!)
participants (plus a waitlist of 9), which meant we had to rent out the Ephraim Village Hall to accommodate
everyone. It was great having an event so enjoyed by all ages and we are looking forward to working with Karen on
future programs.
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Fish Creek- Elisha Adelman
Quiet around here, but we’re still doing a lot this month. We’ve been visiting the Northern Door Children’s Center
to hold a library special for the 4K class (see pic below). This time, they learned how to take care of books, and they
made their own books that will go in their library. Every lesson includes reading a book together about books and
libraries. The kids seem to be really enjoying it, and we’re having a great time getting to know them. I’ve been going
monthly, and I’ve been twice so far. We’ll do six total visits, and on their last one, they’ll come to the Fish Creek
Library which I’m excited about!
We held our first open craft night where attendees can bring their own projects or use our supplies to make
something. Everyone who came wanted to make a junk journal, so I made up a few blank journals for them to fill in,
and everyone had a great time.
This month we also had our DCR book club where folks exchanged cookbooks and nibbled on snacks while
discussing The Briar Club. We also held a 1950s dance + lessons that was fun for everybody.
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Forestville- Jennifer Bacall
February was a calm month for us in Forestville. We continued to have robust story times and were
joined on two Fridays by some kindergarteners from Southern Door who had the days off. We ended the
month on letter S and number 19.
Our Homeschool Workshop was a free paint session. Students were encouraged to sketch out what they
wanted to paint and then were provided with canvases that they could create their masterpieces on.
We welcomed back Owl Arts Pottery, who hosted our Adult Craft Night, making spoon rests. Our book
club discussed Stella Bain by Anita Shreve.
We were given some generous donation to our food pantry, which is now bursting with cereal, fruit,
canned foods and more.
Sister Bay/ Liberty Grove - Christina Johnson
N/A
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Sturgeon Bay Adult Department – Laura Kayacan
Tuesday, February 3
The book for the Multicultural Book Club in February was “The Briar Club” by Kate
Quinn, part of Door County Reads 2026. Most members attended the talk by the
author and appreciated the choice of book. The group discussed the plot twists at
the end of the book that came as a surprise to many.
Thursday, February 5
Genealogy Club met as usual with a number in attendance on Zoom. I discussed old
Sturgeon Bay phone books. For example, some of the phone books indicate street
names and intersections and list people who lived at specific house numbers. Then if you look up the
name in the alphabetical part of the directory, it lists their profession, and in one case it mentioned a
woman’s name and that she was a widow of Fred. Interesting clues.
Friday, February 6
The Winter Gardening program was canceled because of
the health of the presenter. The Seed Swap was held as
planned and attracted a good number of visitors. It’s clear
that people are anxious to plan for the next season and
seeds. I observe many visitors stopping to check the main
seed drawers in the case downstairs. The official opening
is March 16 and thanks to the hard work of the Seed Library
volunteers, there are many seeds in the basement that will
be available in that case for the kickoff.
Wednesday, February 11
Deb Anderson from the Wisconsin State Historical Society
Archives housed at UWGB came and talked about what the
Archives can do for you and how they can help many kinds of
research. She had photos of the archives and was a really
engaging speaker. This program was part of Door County Reads
since one of the characters in The Briar Club worked at the
National Archives. Among other things, she described how the
various regional branches of the Archives can exchange
information and items with each other. If you need a book from
the main branch in Madison, it can be sent to Green Bay.
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Thursday, February 12
For another Door County Reads program, Larry Desotell presented a talk
on former Wisconsin senator Joseph McCarthy and his influence on the
country in the 1950’s, known as McCarthyism. “The Briar Club” was set in
this time and one of the main characters is a Russian spy, so McCarthy’s
influence was at the background of the book’s setting. Larry is a fine
history speaker, former history teacher, and has done over 50 programs for
Learning in Retirement. We have been fortunate to have him do programs
at the library as well.
Thursday February 12 and 26
“Fish Tales 2026” began at Crossroads with the first program in the series on “Management of the Green
Bay Walleye Fishery, ” a talk by Dr. Jason Breeggemann, Fisheries Biologist WDNR. The second program in
the series was “How Did Pacific Salmon Find Their Way to Door County?” by Lee Kernen, Retired, WDNR
Director Bureau of Fisheries Management. These programs are available on Zoom through Door County
Library, and the videos are available later on the library YouTube channel. There is a large group in the
area who love these fish programs, and we always have a good attendance in-person and online.
Wednesday, February 18
The Play Reading Club discussion this month was “Dog Mom”
by Tate Hanyok. This play was part of the Seven Devils New
Play Foundry which has developed more than “250 new plays,
by Pulitzer Prize-winners, emerging writers, high school
students and everything in between, through a variety of
programs aimed at supporting and empowering playwrights to
do their best work free from the pressures and concerns of full
production. ” Jacob Janssen of TAP who leads the Play Reading
Group discussion works with Seven Devils and as a result we
had the playwright join us on Zoom for our meeting! This is one of the best, most loved plays we have
read in the group, and we are happy to hear TAP will do a fun production in the future.
Wednesday, February 25 and 26
I attended 2 meetings where I am part of programming outreach – the Heritage Alliance of Door County,
which is planning Door County History Week in June, and a meeting of the Sandy Brown Award
Committee. The library has a representative on that committee as the Door County Reads Committee
won the Sandy Brown Award for the 2025 event series around TJ Klune’s “House in the Cerulean Sea” last
year.
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Sturgeon Bay Children’s Department - Beth Lokken
February featured the partnership with the School Districts: author Bethany Barton. On Saturday
February 14th, she did the program she brought to the schools at Egg Harbor at 10am and at Sturgeon
Bay at 3pm. The turnout in Egg Harbor was enthusiastic families. One mom was so delighted that she
went out to Novel Bay Booksellers and bought copies of every one of Bethany's books, then turned up
early to get them signed in Sturgeon Bay. That Saturday (Valentines Day) was very busy, so in anticipation
of a low turnout, we were set to record her both at 3 in the Sturgeon Bay Library and for her evening
Dopamind parents program at Crossroads. While the turnout was very small in person, people did watch
virtually, and those recordings have been watched many times already. We asked Bethany for an
additional month to make the recordings available, and she very graciously said yes. She very much
wants people to enjoy the presentations! If you would like to see them, they are available on the Door
County Library YouTube page at these links: https://youtu.be/AGU8lsXdpYQ for the book presentation
and https://youtu.be/hNM0mH2IMIs for the Dopamind Parents presentation. For lots of interesting
extras, you should definitely check out her website https://www.bethanybarton.com/
Coming up in March, we are hosting the Griffon String Quartet on Saturday March 21st at 3pm, with what
I call a "Literary Concert". We have held similar programs with them several times, and it always includes
a mix of books, poetry, information and beautiful music on a theme; this time it's Nautical. I am attaching
The Griffon's advertisement for this event, which they call Strings & Stories.
Sturgeon Bay Circulation Department – Morgan Mann
This past month we moved the shelves that previously held the Classics collection to the YA section. The
YA graphic novels shifted in, after the fiction, thanks to the expanded space. The audiobooks shifted to
the shelf that previously held the graphic novels, and the audiobook spinners were removed. We found a
large table in basement storage, which matched the others in the area, and created another 4-top
meeting space in the previous Classics location.
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Washington Island- Corinn Sevcik
February was slightly slower compared to January, but our door count numbers continue to be up
compared to 2025 with 130 more patrons visiting over last February.
Our monthly Storytime & Crafts was held on Tuesday, February 3,
and had 11 children and nine adults attend including quite a few
grandmothers. The theme for February was Valentine's Day.
Meghann read books on love and Valentine's Day, and the children
made a Valentine's Day themed window decoration made out of
tissue paper.
The monthly Adult Book Club held on Thursday, February 26, had
10 patrons in attendance. We discussed "The Briar Club" by Kate
Quinn. Because this was the Door County Reads event, all attendees received a cookbook titled "The
Lake Michigan Cottage," which includes some recipes from Door County. This was a great fit since
a main theme of the book was food, recipes, and how they brought people together. I also handed out
packets, which had all the recipes with pictures from the book.
On Monday, February 16, we held our second Lego Club of
2026. We had eight children and six adults attend. Swimming
lessons at the local Rec Center, and a child's birthday party
most likely led to lower numbers. Despite low numbers,
everyone enjoyed making Lego creations.
Kindergarten, 1st/2nd grade, and 3rd/4th grade classes are
continuing to visit the library on a regular basis. All students
are loving the new books we're getting in monthly. We had the
3rd grade class come over at the beginning of the month to work on a research project. The teacher
provided the topics ahead of time, so I was able to obtain books from other libraries, and all students had
enough books to use.
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v i s i t e d a l i b r a r y 1 2 t i m e s .
Visits to libraries increased 3% over 2024.
used a public computer or logged onto
public wi-fi 2 times.
checked out 12 physical items.
Circulation of physical items remains the primary
function of a public library. In comparison, the
average DCL user checked out 5 electronic (e-
book (1.7), e-audiobook (2.3) items in 2025.
participated in 2 in-person programs
or self-directed activities.
Program attendance and participation increased
16% over 2024
44% of program participation in 2025 was in
programs for ages 0-18, and 56% for adults 19+.
E-MATERIAL USE CONTINUES TO CLIMB.
DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY NEWS IN 2025...
Use of e-materials increased 9% over 2024. DCL
users accessed 97,474 e-books, e-audiobooks, and
e-magazines in 2025.
2025 DCL users have access to 378,722
Libby items (121,629 unique titles) in the
Libby statewide digital library consortium.
HAD 19,826 REGISTERED USERS
DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY IN 2025
IN 2025, DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY...
The equivalent of 65% of the Door
County population had a library card.
IN 2025, AN AVERAGE USER ...
22,575 items (23%) were accessed
through Hoopla, up 7% from 2024.
Library cards are available for free to all,
including seasonal residents and visitors to
the county who can provide current photo
ID with birthdate and mailing address.
90% of DCL registered
users were adults; 10%
are juvenile. Adult
Juvenile
DCL had 1,162 new registrations in 2025.
14% (2,799) of DCL cardholders are non-
residents.
Patrons under 16 need parent/ legal
guardian signature to have a card.
Circulation of material types in 2025:
Digital items were 29.41% of total checkouts.
Physical items were 70.59% of total checkouts.
Physical item checkouts were up 3% over 2024
with 235,111 checkouts.
Hoopla provides on-demand access to e-
books and e-materials, but at a much higher
cost than through Libby (Wisconsin’s Digital
Library). Hoopla is popular because wait
times in Libby can be long for popular items.
74,899 (76%) were checked out through
Libby, up 9% from 2024.
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Division for Libraries and Technology
The seven-member board is comprised of two
members of the Sturgeon Bay City Council, two
members from the Door County Board of Supervisors,
one representative of the Door County school
districts, one resident from Southern Door, one
resident from Northern Door.
43.001(2)(2) The legislature
declares that it is the policy of this
state to provide laws for the
development and improvement of
public libraries...
Wisconsin Legislature: Chapter 43
REGIONAL LEVEL
S t u r g e o n B a y
( h e a d q u a r t e r s )
F o r e s t v i l l e
B a i l e y s H a r b o r
F i s h C r e e k
S i s t e r B a y / L i b e r t y
G r o v e
E p h r i a m
W a s h i n g t o n I s l a n d
E g g H a r b o r
LOCAL LEVEL
As one of nine consolidated
county libraries in the state
of Wisconsin, Door County
Library functions as a
department of the County
of Door and which provides
annual budget allocation
and administrative oversite.
DCL belongs to the Nicolet
Federated Library System
(NFLS) which provides
individual libraries with
continuing education,
consulting and technology
support.
STATE LEVEL DPI Division for Libraries and
Technology is the administrative
arm that is charged with assuring
individual library compliance with
state statute and providing
leadership for libraries in providing
life-long learning resources.
Board of Trustees
However, unlike other
county departments, DCL
director reports to an
autonomous board as
described by Chapter 43.
DCL: FROM 30,000 FEET TO THE FRONT DOOR
COUNTY LEVEL
The Sturgeon Bay headquarters houses library
administrative staff and receives support for its
facility equally from the City of Sturgeon Bay and
the County of Door.
NFLS further partners with the
Outagamie Waupaca Library
System (OWLS) to form
OWLSnet to provide a shared
online catalog (InfoSoup) and
daily delivery of physical
materials.
DCL is made up of eight branches in Door County municipalities plus the
headquarters in Sturgeon Bay. Library services are coordinated out of
Sturgeon Bay with each branch delivering direct service and programs to their
communities. The library director also provides personnel oversight for the
Door County Museum & Archives, a county department that fiscally falls under
Highway and Facilities.
Other library branch facilities are funded and
managed directly by their local municipality.
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2025 ANNUAL REPORT
DOOR COUNTY DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY
A. Mission Statement: The Mission and Motto of the Door County Library is to Inform,
Instruct, and Inspire! We accomplish this by being a physical and virtual hub for
information, ideas, and knowledge. The Door County Library connects people with the
resources they seek for education and enrichment by providing friendly and welcoming
service.
The Vision and Values of the Door County Library are connected. We support a Vision
that looks toward a future where everyone who uses our services will find up-to-date
resources accessible over a broad spectrum of current media. Our Values nurture this
Vision through building community with accepting, functional, and respectful places for
people to gather, work, and study.
Library locations: Forestville, Sturgeon Bay, Egg Harbor, Baileys Harbor, Fish Creek,
Ephraim, Sister Bay/ Liberty Grove, Washington Island.
B. Summary of Responsibilities:
1. Access to Information
2. Customer Service
3. Getting Library Materials Ready for People to Use
4. Providing Education and Enrichment Programs for Adults
5. Providing Education and Enrichment Programs for Youth and Teens
6. Providing Access to Door County’s Historical Archives
C. Program Summary:
1. Door County Reads 2025, an annual community reading event is an example of
large-scale programming the Library participated in as a major organizing
partner. In 2025, everyone was encouraged to read “House in the Cerulean Sea”
by TJ Klune, get together, talk about it, and attend programs based on the book.
32 programs were held with over 937 participants.
2. Open Door Pride presented the Sandy Brown Award to the 2025 Door County
Reads Committee for events around the community read: TJ Klune’s House in the
Cerulean Sea and the programming around the novel. Funding was provided by
the Door County Library Foundation, Friends of Door County Library, and
partnerships with 23 additional community organizations and businesses.
3. The Summer Reading program is another large-scale reading event that the
Library organizes. Patrons participating in Door County Library’s 2025 Summer
Reading Theme “Color Our World” read 700,288 minutes which is roughly 1.3
years worth of constant reading! There were 262 programs held throughout the
county with over 9,841 participants.
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4. Door County Library offers educational and enrichment programming for people
of all ages. The Library held 754 in-person programs with 15,905 people
attending either in-person or virtually. There were 217 self-directed activities
such as take and make crafts were extremely popular with 15,225 people
engaging with these type of programs.
D. Goals / Objectives Achieved in 2025:
Unique opportunities were offered to Door County residents and visitors through
collaborations with strategic partners; Altrusa Back to School Fair, the Door County
Maritime Museum; Door County Broadband/Techquity committee, the Ridges
Sanctuary, Crossroads at Big Creek, Write On Door County, Boys and Girls Club, Door
County YMCA, Northern Door Children’s Center, and Door Peninsula Astronomical
Society.
E. Knowledge Sharing 2025:
1. Library Visits = 239,518
2. Physical Library Materials Checked Out = 235,111
3. Public Computer Use = 7,693
4. Circulations for digital formats: e-audiobooks: 47,283 e-books: 33,780, video: 2,576,
Total usage for Libby and Hoopla apps = 97,940
5. Public Wireless Internet = 36,056
6. Website Visits = 124,358
7. Social Media
A. Facebook= 382,900 Facebook interactions= 6,900
B. Instagram= 8,7000 Instagram reach= 2,200
C. YouTube views= 14,196
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F. Department Budget Status
2024 2025
Approved Budgeted Expenditures 2,086,272 2,108,177
Actual Expenditures 2,200,762 2,172,187
Budgeted Revenues 88,122 89,687**
Actual Revenues 223,947* 202,341**
Levy Appropriation 1,976,814 2,107,097
*A portion of these revenues were from a budget adjustment for Fire alarm system replacement from the City of Sturgeon Bay.
**A portion of Revenue is from City of SB share of building expenses
Donations/ Grants received for 2025:
Highlights include:
• Door County Library Foundation $66,488
• Friends of Door County Libraries $30,773
• Private Donations $18,496
• Nicolet Federated Library System $12,903
• Altrusa $2,000
G. Other 2025 Accomplishments:
• 239,518 visits to library locations 7,241, more than in 2024.
• 19,826 cardholders 2,799 of which are non-residents.
• 235,111 checkouts of physical items 6,882 more than 2024
• 754 in-person programs with 15,905 people attending.
• Branch manager reports and monthly statistics of library services are charted
and included in Library Board packets to increase awareness of library services
utilization.
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• Library Organizational Audit nine-month process was completed. Library is
moving into the implementation phase in 2026.
H. Issues, Concerns and Restraints:
• Staffing levels are a consistent constraint to maintaining services. The library
regularly receives community requests to increase hours and services.
• Service for downloadable e-audiobooks and e-books via Libby and Hoopla apps
has increased 9% over 2024 which is fantastic (97,474 borrows in 2025). The
concern comes with balancing accessibility of digital resources with budgetary
constraints. Grants and donations have been won and applied to these services
as demand continues to increase for these formats.
I. Goals and Objectives for 2025:
• Implementation of 2025-2027 Strategic Plan continues. Goal areas include:
1. Goal- Space:
Outcome: Data showing increased, diversified, and/or sustained community use through
metrics collected such as library visits, program participation/ attendance, and card holders at
each library location.
Measure of Success: Reallocation of space and distribution of collections occurred as several
locations, but most notably at Sturgeon Bay and Forestville. Visits and checkouts of materials
have also increased:
239,518 visits to library locations 7,241, more than in 2024.
235,111 checkouts of physical items 6,882 more than 2024.
2. Goal- Connection & Communication:
Outcome: Positive and lively community conversation about the library such as social media
mentions, word-of-mouth communication, etc.
Measure of success: Thank you notes and other patron feedback is continually collected and
displayed in public spaces and staff work areas. Feedback is also included in Library Board
packets.
Website Visits = 124,358
Social Media: A. Facebook= 382,900 Facebook interactions= 6,900
B. Instagram= 8,7000 Instagram reach= 2,200 C. YouTube views= 14,196
3. Goal- Service:
Outcome: Staff feel empowered to provide access to library collections and services along with
connecting patrons to other community resources to meet their needs.
Measure of success: as mentioned in the Door County Pulse podcast from January 14, 2025
with Jeff Schmeckpeper the current president of the Learning in Retirement (LIR) nonprofit
group, learned about LIR when he was preparing to move to Door County and found out about
it while visiting the Door County Library.
4. Goal- Organizational Strength:
Outcome: Increased or sustained library service usage data that is representative of our diverse
community.
Measure of Success: (see the infographic section on page 2 of this report)
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2025 Materials Spending Report Page 1 of 2
Now that the Library’s 2025 Annual Report has been finalized, the Library can provide an
assessment of its spending on the materials it circulates.
Circulation Data
In 2025, 333,051 physical and digital items were checked out by Door County Library patrons.
Here is a breakdown of circulation (usage or checkouts) by material type and their percentage
of overall circulation:
Usage / Checkouts Circulation %
Libby 74,708 22.43%
Hoopla 23,232 6.98%
Audiobooks 4,767 1.43%
AV 45,184 13.57%
Books 177,261 53.22%
Magazines & Newspapers 5,371 1.61%
Passes 598 0.18%
Library of Things 1,930 0.58%
Spending Data
In 2025, the Library spend a total of $255,657 on circulating materials. About 84% of these
funds came from the Library’s County budget, about 3% of these funds were donated by the
Friends of Door County Libraries, about 9% of these funds were donated by the Door County
Library Foundation, and about 4% of these funds were donated by other entities or generous
library patrons. Here is a breakdown of the budget percentage the Library spent on each
material type:
Budget %
Libby 6.63%
Hoopla 21.09%
Audiobooks 2.91%
AV 9.61%
Books 50.45%
Magazines & Newspapers 7.13%
Passes 0.81%
Library of Things 1.37%
23 March 2026 – Library Board Meeting
2025 Materials Expenditure Report
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Cost-per-Circulation
Using the total in comparing the circulation data with the spending data, the Library can figure
its cost per the circulation of each material type. On average the Library spent $0.77 on each
item it circulated in 2025. Below is a chart detailing cost-per-circulation for each material type.
The material types that have a lower-than-average cost-per-circulation are highlighted in
green.
Cost-per-Circulation
Libby $0.23
Hoopla $2.32
Audiobooks $1.56
AV $0.54
Books $0.73
Magazines & Newspapers $3.39
Passes $3.47
Library of Things $1.81
Budget Percentage vs. Circulation Percentage
The Library can also compare the percentage of its total materials spending for 2025 with the
percentage of total usage for 2025. Material types using a lower percentage of the budget
than percentage of circulation are highlighted in green. Material types within 5% of their
circulation percentage are highlighted in orange. Material types where budget percentage
higher than the circulation percentage are highlighted in red.
Budget % Circulation %
Libby 6.63% 22.43%
Hoopla 21.09% 6.98%
Audiobooks 2.91% 1.43%
AV 9.61% 13.57%
Books 50.45% 53.22%
Magazines & Newspapers* 7.13% 1.61%
Passes 0.81% 0.18%
Library of Things 1.37% 0.58%
*Magazines & Newspapers are a special case because we don’t have circulation data for newspapers.
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8. Vouchers
February 2026 Expenses
6-Feb-2026 $26,217.55*
20-Feb-2026 $4,699.57
$30,917.12
*This report includes a 2025 expense of $90.72 from Metro Sales and $4,889.08 in material
expenses from Amazon, Ingram, Midwest Tape, and Overdrive
23 March 2026 – Library Board Meeting
Agenda Notes
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Invoice Number
Invoice Description
Status
Held Reason
Invoice Date
Due Date
G/L Date
Received Date
Payment Date
Invoice Net Amount
Department
36 - Library
Batch Number
2026-00000073
Batch Date
02/06/2026
Entered by User
Ashley Zahn
Vendor
8383 - AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC
1RXG-7FVG-WHX7
Amazon 1/1-1/31/26
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
2,793.05
Vendor
8383 - AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$2,793.05
Vendor
25292 - CORINN SEVCIK
CS-2/2/26
Mileage Reimbursement WSH -
January
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
60.90
Vendor
25292 - CORINN SEVCIK
Totals
Invoices
1
$60.90
Vendor
7150 - DEMCO
7755832
Display easels- FOR
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
86.39
Vendor
7150 - DEMCO
Totals
Invoices
1
$86.39
Vendor
12527 - DESTINATION DOOR COUNTY
250
Certificates for presenters-
Foundation Door County Reads
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
250.00
Vendor
12527 - DESTINATION DOOR COUNTY
Totals
Invoices
1
$250.00
Vendor
10473 - DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY
1/20/26-BAI
Walmart-BAI General
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
21.62
Vendor
10473 - DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY
Totals
Invoices
1
$21.62
Vendor
9776 - ELAN FINANCIAL SERVICES
Visa 1/3-2/2/26
Donations and CTY Expenses
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
605.85
Vendor
9776 - ELAN FINANCIAL SERVICES
Totals
Invoices
1
$605.85
Vendor
13031 - GFL SOLID WASTE MIDWEST LLC
U50000117153
Recycling Service
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
68.89
Vendor
13031 - GFL SOLID WASTE MIDWEST LLC
Totals
Invoices
1
$68.89
Vendor
21687 - IMPRINT ENTERPRISES INC
PSI296475
Branch Stickers
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
1,505.00
Vendor
21687 - IMPRINT ENTERPRISES INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$1,505.00
Vendor
14164 - INGRAM LIBRARY SERVICES
2009329 2-1-26
CTY Books
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
7,530.50
20K8906 2-1-26
Donations
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
254.40
Vendor
14164 - INGRAM LIBRARY SERVICES
Totals
Invoices
2
$7,784.90
Vendor
12443 - MAIN STREET MARKET
1/1-1/31/26
EGG Newspapers
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
153.00
Vendor
12443 - MAIN STREET MARKET
Totals
Invoices
1
$153.00
Vendor
25260 - METRO SALES INC
INV3000749
Leased Copier W2933
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
90.72
Vendor
25260 - METRO SALES INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$90.72
Vendor
10103 - MIDWEST TAPE
1/1-1/31/26
CTY AV, AB, and Donations
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
2,239.93
508386478
Hoopla
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
2,999.79
Vendor
10103 - MIDWEST TAPE
Totals
Invoices
2
$5,239.72
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Invoice Number
Invoice Description
Status
Held Reason
Invoice Date
Due Date
G/L Date
Received Date
Payment Date
Invoice Net Amount
Vendor
23240 - OTIS ELEVATOR COMPANY
CV16036001
Elevator Service - 1/21/26
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
862.00
CV16037001
Elevator PRV Testing
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
1,100.00
Vendor
23240 - OTIS ELEVATOR COMPANY
Totals
Invoices
2
$1,962.00
Vendor
25736 - OVERDRIVE INC
00669CO26004972
HQ Foundation Overdrive
Advantage Pilot-3
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
513.20
00669CO26036911
HQ Foundation Overdrive
Advantage Pilot-3
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
349.99
00669CP26031532
HQ Foundation Overdrive
Advantage Pilot-3
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
10.96
0066CP26032403
2025 HQ Library Materials
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
354.24
Vendor
25736 - OVERDRIVE INC
Totals
Invoices
4
$1,228.39
Vendor
172 - PIGGLY WIGGLY
2721-2/2/26
SIS Newspapers
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
286.28
Vendor
172 - PIGGLY WIGGLY
Totals
Invoices
1
$286.28
Vendor
24479 - PTS COMMUNICATIONS INC
2150123
Pay Phone
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
43.00
Vendor
24479 - PTS COMMUNICATIONS INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$43.00
Vendor
15069 - STAPLES ADVANTAGE
6053035075
Office Supplies
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
1,049.98
6053400357
Office Supplies
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
239.00
6053587052
Office Supplies
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
42.49
Vendor
15069 - STAPLES ADVANTAGE
Totals
Invoices
3
$1,331.47
Vendor
25320 - STEPHANIE REITER
SR-2/3/26
Mileage Reimbursement WSH -
January
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
3.05
Vendor
25320 - STEPHANIE REITER
Totals
Invoices
1
$3.05
Vendor
38670 - WISCONSIN PUBLIC SERVICE CORP
5787360062
Heat
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
1,712.47
Vendor
38670 - WISCONSIN PUBLIC SERVICE CORP
Totals
Invoices
1
$1,712.47
Vendor
25532 - ZOOBEAN INC
33502
Beanstack
Edit
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
990.85
Vendor
25532 - ZOOBEAN INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$990.85
Batch Number
2026-00000073
Totals
Invoices
28
$26,217.55
Department
36 - Library
Totals
Invoices
28
$26,217.55
36 Library ___________________________________________________
Grand Totals
Invoices
28
$26,217.55
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Invoice Number
Invoice Description
Status
Held Reason
Invoice Date
Due Date
G/L Date
Received Date
Payment Date
Invoice Net Amount
Department
36 - Library
Batch Number
2026-00000109
Batch Date
02/20/2026
Entered by User
Ashley Zahn
Vendor
4818 - CELLCOM WISCONSIN RSA 10
708767
Cellphone - Library
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
14.54
Vendor
4818 - CELLCOM WISCONSIN RSA 10
Totals
Invoices
1
$14.54
Vendor
23985 - CENGAGE LEARNING INC
999102275879
DCL Circuit
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
34.19
Vendor
23985 - CENGAGE LEARNING INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$34.19
Vendor
23982 - DOMINIC FRANDRUP
DF-2/12/26
Library Legislative Day
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
293.35
Vendor
23982 - DOMINIC FRANDRUP
Totals
Invoices
1
$293.35
Vendor
8520 - DOOR COUNTY HARDWARE COMPANY
480120
Garage door repairs
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
23.07
Vendor
8520 - DOOR COUNTY HARDWARE COMPANY
Totals
Invoices
1
$23.07
Vendor
26200 - DOW JONES & COMPANY INC
2/10/26-BAI
Wall Street Journal
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
719.88
2/10/26-STR
Wall Street Journal
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
719.88
Vendor
26200 - DOW JONES & COMPANY INC
Totals
Invoices
2
$1,439.76
Vendor
21687 - IMPRINT ENTERPRISES INC
PSI296741
Branch Stickers
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
174.75
Vendor
21687 - IMPRINT ENTERPRISES INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$174.75
Vendor
25736 - OVERDRIVE INC
00669CO26049124
HQ Friends Libby
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
398.46
Vendor
25736 - OVERDRIVE INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$398.46
Vendor
15069 - STAPLES ADVANTAGE
6054289881
Office Supplies
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
161.98
Vendor
15069 - STAPLES ADVANTAGE
Totals
Invoices
1
$161.98
Vendor
30820 - STURGEON BAY UTILITIES
2-9-26 SBU #1
Utilities
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
1,882.30
2-9-26 SBU #2
Utilities
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
104.54
Vendor
30820 - STURGEON BAY UTILITIES
Totals
Invoices
2
$1,986.84
Vendor
18078 - THE LIBRARY STORE, INC.
775390
Processing
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
133.23
Vendor
18078 - THE LIBRARY STORE, INC.
Totals
Invoices
1
$133.23
Vendor
22193 - UNIQUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC
6150672
STR Placements
Edit
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
39.40
Vendor
22193 - UNIQUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC
Totals
Invoices
1
$39.40
Batch Number
2026-00000109
Totals
Invoices
13
$4,699.57
Department
36 - Library
Totals
Invoices
13
$4,699.57
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Invoice Number
Invoice Description
Status
Held Reason
Invoice Date
Due Date
G/L Date
Received Date
Payment Date
Invoice Net Amount
36 Library ___________________________________________________
Grand Totals
Invoices
13
$4,699.57
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9. Donations
EXPENSES
Donation and Grant Expenses are included in the Accounts Payable transactions. Included is a
summary of the amount of Donated and Grant Funds that were expended as part of the bills
submitted to the County. This includes bills for December 2025 that were not received until
February 2026.
REVENUE
Included is a summary of Donation and Grant revenue from various individuals and entities
and the summary of Library donations and grants received in February 2026. The summary
also includes revenue intended for the 2025 budget year that was not received and deposited
until February 2026.
23 March 2026 – Library Board Meeting
Agenda Notes
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Revenue
46214 Donation Revenue-Misc 5397.18
Total Revenue 5,397.18$
Expenditures
53110 Operating Supplies 41.85
53111.010 Audio-Visual 76.89
53111.020 Audio Books 48.79
53112 Print Materials 1179.63
53150 Library Programs 6120.75
Total Expenditures 7,467.91$
Door County Library Donations and Grants Summary
Revenue and Expenses
December 2025 Revenue and Expenses not yet reported
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Revenue
46214 Donation Revenue-Misc 23976.12
Total Revenue 23,976.12$
Expenditures
53111 Library Materials 1272.61
53111.010 Audio-Visual 38.99
53111.020 Audio Books 198.96
53113 Donation Expense 17.79
53150 Library Programs 1484.81
Total Expenditures 3,013.16$
Door County Library Donations and Grants Summary
Revenue and Expenses
February 1 - February 28, 2026
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Date Department Type rec'd From Description or Purpose
Amount or
Estimated
Value
12/31/25 Library Grant Door County Library FoundationGrant 5,397.18Deposited 2026-02-17
5,397.18
Total December 2025 received in Febrary 2026 $ 5,397.18
Date Department Type rec'd From Description or Purpose
Amount or
Estimated
Value
02/10/26 Library Donation General Donations Donation for Egg Harbor 17.79
02/10/26 Library Donation NLS Book Page subscription 1,764.00Deposited 2026-02-10
1,781.79
02/17/26 Library Grant Door County Library FoundationGrant 6,850.00
02/17/26 Library Donation Friends of Door County LibrariesDonation 400.00Deposited 2026-02-17
7,250.00
02/26/26 Library Donation Karen Schneider Materials for Sister Bay 250.00
02/26/26 Library Grant Door County Library FoundationGrant 2,333.62
02/26/26 Library Donation Friends of Door County LibrariesDonation 11,898.46
02/26/26 Library Donation Forestville Friends Donation toward couch for Forestville 462.25Deposited 2026-02-26
14,944.33
Total Febrary 2026 $ 23,976.12
2025 Door County Gift, Grant or Donation Form
2026 Door County Gift, Grant or Donation Form
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10. Acceptance of Gifts, Grants, or Donations
The Door County Board of Supervisors have changed their rules regarding gifts, grants and
donations to the Door County Library (DCL). It was recognized that the County Board does not
have this fiscal oversight and it is the sole responsibility of the Door County Library Board of
Trustees.
Going forward there is no need for a County resolution to approve Gifts Grants and Donations.
All gifts and grants received by DCL will continue to be reported to the Door County Finance
Department for accurate accounting as it is DCL’s fiscal agent, and to the County Board of
Supervisors for financial transparency.
23 March 2026– Library Board Meeting
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Date Department Type rec'd From Description or Purpose
Amount or
Estimated
Value
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationBAI - Children's Listening Books-Yoto and Tonies489.30
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationBAI - Owl Arts Dino Tracks 400
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationEGG & WSH Lucky Day 1000
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationFOR - Pioneer Purl 300
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationFOR - Furniture 1910.65
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationSTR - Furniture 1710
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationSTR - Spanish Refresh 700
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationDCL - Classics Grant 1970
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationDCL - Unlicensed Libby 1600
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationDCL - Wonderbooks 7850
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationDCL - Summer Reading Programming 5000
2/24/2026Library Grant Door County Library FoundationDCL - Virtual Speakers 3900
Total accepted from Door County Library Foundation 26,829.95$
Acceptance of New Gifts, Grants, or Donations
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14. Review and Approve Volunteer Policy
The Door County Library is in need of standardizing the use and recruitment of volunteers across locations.
To that effect, the following volunteer policy has been drafted for approval.
The tracking of regular volunteers has already been tested and implemented to insure the County of Door’s
insurance coverage for volunteers is accurate.
23 March 2026 – Library Board Meeting
Agenda Notes
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DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY
Policies & Procedures
Subject: Volunteer Policy
Effective Date: ****
Source/Date: LIBRARY BOARD / ****
Purpose
The purpose of the Door County Library Volunteer Policy is to define the role and expectations
of volunteers at the Door County Library (DCL).
Definition
A volunteer is defined as an individual who assists with work done at, or on behalf of, the Door
County Library without promise, expectation, or receipt of compensation for services rendered
on a regular basis.
Compensation and Benefits
Neither the County of Door nor DCL provides compensation or benefits to volunteers. Nothing
in this policy or in the volunteer's service to DCL shall create a contract or employment
relationship between the volunteer and the Library or the County of Door. Both the volunteer
and the Library have the right to end the volunteer's association with the Library at any time.
Responsibilities
Upon the direction of the Library Director, or authorized supervisor, volunteers may assist
Library staff with various tasks. Volunteers are recruited and assigned to augment library
programs or service needs and do not substitute for paid staff members' roles and duties.
Volunteers represent DCL; while involved in DCL activities volunteers are required to conform
to the same rules and regulations as DCL staff, all policies, and procedures of the County of
Door and DCL, and the DCL Rules of Conduct.
Recruitment
DCL encourages individuals and groups to volunteer their time and efforts in service to the
Library. Volunteers shall be recruited without regard to any protected status.
DCL cannot guarantee the placement of any person seeking to volunteer with the Library.
Volunteer placement is based, but not limited to, the following:
Needs of the Library
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Qualifications of volunteer applicants
Volunteer's availability and ability to commit to required work hours
Availability of supervisory staff
Not every volunteer application may be accepted based on the above criteria.
Youth Volunteers
The Library welcomes volunteer applicants 14 years of age or older. Volunteers aged 17 and
under must have written permission from a parent or guardian.
Youth volunteers can earn Service Learning/Community Service hours per school district
requirements.
Application & Review Processes
All Library volunteer applicants must complete a volunteer application form. Applicants will be
interviewed by Library staff. If there are no suitable volunteer opportunities immediately
available, application forms will be kept on file for six months. Applicants are called if an
assignment is identified which matches their interests and qualifications.
The Library may accept court-mandated community service workers at the discretion of the
Library Director or authorized supervisor.
Volunteers will be subject to a background check.
Volunteer Work Assignments, Training, & Supervision
Volunteers will not be scheduled until they have completed an Library orientation specific to
the location(s) they are volunteering at, have been assigned a designated supervisor, and have
reviewed all relevant Library and County policies and procedures, specifically concerning patron
privacy.
A volunteer will be scheduled for assignments by their designated supervisor.
Volunteers must contact their supervisor before their assigned shift if they will be absent or
tardy. A pattern of absences or tardiness may cause a volunteer to be excused from an
assignment.
Review of this Policy
This policy will be reviewed on a regular basis. Any changes to this policy will be approved by
the Door County Library Board. Associated procedures referenced here will be reviewed by
library staff, changed in conjunc8on with this policy, and approved by the Library Director.
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14. Review and Approve Head of Technical Services Job Description
To align staffing with the approved organizational hierarchy on February 16, 2026, the Head of Technical Services
job description has been created and is included for approval.
For reference, the final organizational hierarchy with corrections from the February meeting follows the
aforementioned job description.
23 March 2026 – Library Board Meeting
Agenda Notes
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County of Door
Library
Head of Technical Services Page 1 of 3
Title:
Head of Technical Services
Division:
Library
Reports To:
Library Director
Pay Grade:
I
Prepared By:
Rebecca Buchmann
Reviewed By:
Michelle Paschke
Employee Group:
General Municipal Employee (GME)
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Date Created:
03/03/2026
Date Revised:
Date Approved:
03/12/2026
EEO Code:
02 - Professional
Job Summary
The Head of Technical Services provides operational leadership and oversight of the
Library’s Technical Services functions including acquisitions, cataloging, materials
processing, and metadata integrity. The position supervises departmental staff, establishes
workflows and procedures, and monitors collection development allocations in accordance
with approved budgets and library policy. This role ensures compliance with professional
cataloging standards and supports efficient, consistent library operations across all locations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Supervises trains and evaluates Technical Servic es staff. Including assigning work,
approving payroll, issuing discipline consistent with Library and County policy, and
recommending hiring and termination actions to the Library Director.
2. Establishes and monitors the management of colle ction development and processing
allocations; oversees the tracking of expenditures and ensures spending aligns with
approved budgets and Materials Management Policy.
3. Analyzes physical and digital collection usage d ata and prepares reports to support
informed collection management decisions; provides data and recommendations to the
Library Director to support annual budget planning.
4. Establishes, documents, and refines departmental workflows and procedures to ensure
operational efficiency and compliance with professional standards.
5. Oversees acquisitions, cataloging, classificatio n, and physical processing of print and
non-print materials; ensures timely availability and consistent application of Dewey
Decimal Classification, MARC encoding, RDA/AACR2, and related standards. Performs
these duties as necessary.
6. Responsible for maintaining the integrity and ac curacy of bibliographic and item-level
metadata within the integrated library system (ILS); implements quality control measures
and resolves discrepancies.
7. Evaluates vendors and service providers related to acquisitions and materials processing;
makes recommendations regarding vendor selection and service utilization.
8. Responsible for exploring and implementing new c ollections along with the budgets and
collection development procedures needed to support them.
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County of Door
Library
Head of Technical Services Page 2 of 3
9. Provides training and guidance to Branch Manager s and material selectors regarding
acquisitions procedures, collection development practices, and expenditure monitoring.
Performs any of these tasks as needed.
10. Serves as liaison to the library’s borrowing consortium and participates in consortial
committees as assigned.
11. Provides limited direct public service support at service desks, as operationally required,
and performs other duties consistent with the scope and level of the position.
Key Competencies & Skills
Technical Services Leadership: Prioritizes and coordinates technical services work to
meet organizational timelines and service expectations.
Cataloging and Metadata Expertise: Applies and maintains cataloging, classification,
and metadata standards with accuracy and consistency.
Workflow and Process Management: Develops and maintains clear procedures and
documentation that support efficient, consistent operations.
Quality Control and Data Integrity: Reviews and corrects bibliographic and item records
to maintain reliable ILS data and holdings accuracy.
Fiscal Monitoring: Tracks expenditures within assigned allocations and communicates
status, variances, and needs to appropriate staff.
Analytical Skills: Interprets collection usage and workflow data; prepares reports and
recommendations to support decision-making.
Communication and Training: Provides clear guidance and training to staff and
selectors; communicates effectively with vendors and consortium partners.
Required Education & Experience
Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an American Library Association
(ALA) accredited institution.
At least two (2) years of progressively responsibl e experience in acquisitions, cataloging,
within a public library.
Demonstrated supervisory or lead work experience.
Experience applying Dewey Decimal Classification, MARC formats, RDA/AACR2
standards, and related bibliographic principles.
Experience providing public-facing library service s.
Valid driver’s license at time of hire and ability to travel between Door County Library
locations.
Preferred Education & Experience
Experience developing or revising collection manag ement procedures.
Advanced experience with integrated library system s (ILS) and bibliographic utilities.
Experience working within a multi-branch or consor tium library system.
Experience writing grants and supporting granting processes or donor-funded initiatives.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Work is performed primarily in a library or office environment. Duties require prolonged periods
of computer use, reading, and data entry. The posit ion requires frequent use of hands and
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County of Door
Library
Head of Technical Services Page 3 of 3
repetitive motions associated with keyboarding and materials processing. Employees must be
able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds and push or pull carts weighing up to
40 pounds intermittently. The role involves regular movement throughout library facilities and
occasional travel between library locations or to o ff-site meetings and trainings. Rotating
Saturday shifts and limited evening coverage may be required.
Emergency Response Statement
In an effort to provide continuity of County govern ment and to respond to emergencies,
employees may be required to work during a proclaim ed state of emergency, consistent with
Sec. 323.14, Wis. Stats., and County emergency management plans and programs.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Door County is an equal opportunity employer. The C ounty provides equal employment
opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any
other status protected by law.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the ge neral nature and level of work performed in
this position. It is not intended to be an exhausti ve list of all duties, responsibilities, or
qualifications. Duties may change at any time based on organizational needs, legal
requirements, or reasonable accommodation.
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Administrative Assistant 2 - Library
Ashley Zahn
Head of Technical Services * Head of Circulation *** Forestville Manager Curators - LTE
Rebecca Buchmann Morgan Mann Jennifer Bacall Nyla Small
Circulation Assistant Matthew Adelman
TS Acquisitions/Cataloger ** Circulation Assistants Melanie Hobart Peter Lison
Dafina Hidri Susan Belongia
Carmen Wind Egg Harbor Manager
Tech Services Assistants ** Dixie Jorns
Lori Nelson Circulation Assistants (subs) Circulation Assistant
Jeanne Reimers Susan Brockmann Marcia Hosni
Nadine Gardner
Community Relations Library Assistant Pat Storms Ephraim Manager
Maggie Behme TBD Suzanne Ihrig
Adult Services Librarian Pages Fish Creek Manager
Laura Kayacan Flora Fuller Elisha Adelman
Josephine Plutz
Youth Services Librarian TBD Baileys Harbor Manager
Beth Lokken Mary Sawyer
Circulation Assistant
Tracy Yttri-Opper
Sister Bay Manager
Christina Johnson
Circulation Assistant
Julia Elkins
Courtney Champeau
Willa Wilde *
Page
Roberta Champeau
Washington Island Manager
Management / Span of Control FT PT Corinn Sevcik **
Director 8 Circulation Assistant
Technical Services 2 Meghann Haertig
Circulation Manager 7 Stephanie Reiter
Area Branch Manager 7 ***
Museum & Archives 3 Branch Floating Positions
Circulation Assistants
RED - Full Time TBD TBD
BLUE - Part Time [Locked Positions] Pages
Brown - Part Time [Flexible Positions] TBD
Approved 2.16.26
System-Wide Support Positions
Sturgeon Bay Manager
Library Director - Dominic Fandrup
Staffing levels to be determined as part
of implementation
Head of Circulation to provide training
for entire system to ensure constistant
standards are followed.
Area Manager*
Posted Position
Museum and Archives Manager
Joseph Taylor
Head of Technical Services and Area
Manager are new positions. Need
approval by Library Board and support
of County.
Staffing levels in Technical Services to
be detemined and approved by Library
Board.
County Board of Supervisors
Library Board
Library Director
Dominic Frandrup
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Source: Door County website. First collected Oct 10, 2026.