Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board shall work with the Library Director, City Administrator (ex-officio member) or designee, Mayor and City Council in regard to the operation, maintenance, and development of the public library.

• 5 members
• Appointed for 4-year terms
• Meetings held 2nd Tuesday each month, Crete Public Library
• Agendas and Minutes
• current meeting agendas

Library Advisory Board members - (member since), term expires:

• Amanda Lopez (2023), 7-2030
• Jan Sears, Vice President (1996), 7-2028
• Jessica Razo, Secretary (2024), 7-2028
• Aaron Blackman (2026), 
• Jorge Paredes (2026), 

Twelve boards and commissions are comprised of city residents appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council to advise certain City programs or departments. Select boards meet regularly, while others meet as needed. For contact information on individual board members, please contact the City Clerk.