Library Board

Library Board of Trustees

The Argyle Public Library is governed by its Board of Trustees, which meets monthly to oversee library operations, set policy, appropriate funds, and ensure the library continues to serve the communityโ€™s needs. Board meetings are open to the public.

Board Members

Dr. Randy Refsland

School Representative

rarefsland@argyle.k12.wi.us

Jean-Margaret Merrell-Beech

Trustee

merrellbeech@gmail.com

Valerie Steiner

Trustee

vsteiner24@gmail.com

Vicki Tollakson

Trustee

vacpt@icloud.com

Vacancy

Trustee

Susan Williams

Trustee

sgwjohnwill@yahoo.com

Joe Schutte

Joe Schutte

Village Representative

joe.schutte@argylewi.gov

Board Authority & Responsibilities

The Library Board of Trustees holds authority and responsibilities as established by Wisconsin Statutes, Chapter 43. Key responsibilities include:

  • Selecting, appointing, and when necessary dismissing the Library Director
  • Establishing staff positions and wage/benefit levels
  • Setting and reviewing library policies
  • Appropriating funds and approving the annual budget
  • Providing community input and oversight for library development
  • Conducting annual performance appraisals of the Library Director

Board Meetings

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month at 6:00 pm. Meetings are held at the Argyle Public Library, 321 E Milwaukee St., Argyle, WI 53504. All meetings are open to the public.

Library Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

TitleAgendaMinutes
Library Board Meeting โ€“ June 22, 2026Downloadโ€”
Library Board Special Meeting โ€“ June 8, 2026Downloadโ€”
Library Board Meeting โ€“ May 18, 2026Downloadโ€”
Library Board Meeting โ€“ April 20, 2026DownloadDownload
Library Board Special Meeting โ€“ March 30, 2026DownloadDownload
Library Board Special Meeting โ€“ March 23, 2026DownloadDownload
Library Board Meeting โ€“ March 16, 2026โ€”Download
Library Board Meeting โ€“ February 2026โ€”โ€”
Library Board Meeting โ€“ January 19, 2026โ€”Download
Library Board Meeting โ€“ December 15, 2025โ€”Download
Library Board Meeting โ€“ November 10, 2025โ€”Download
Library Board Special Meeting โ€“ October 27, 2025โ€”Download