The CMSD Board of Education serves as the appointing authority of the Cleveland Public Library Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the Cleveland Public Library. The Board of Trustees is made up of seven members, who must be residents and registered voters of Cuyahoga County. The Board of Trustees meets monthly, and the Trustees serve without compensation. Trustees are appointed to the Library Board of Trustees by the CMSD Board of Education for seven-year terms, with one term expiring in July of each year.

Persons interested in being considered for appointment to the Cleveland Public Library Board of Trustees term beginning July 2, 2025, should complete and submit this online application by Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Should you have any questions concerning this application, please call the Board of Education at 216-838-0032.