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Board of Trustees

The Waukee Public Library Board is governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees. The trustees are appointed by the Mayor for a three-year term, limited to two consecutive terms. Residency in Waukee city limits is required for appointment.
The Library Board of Trustees is responsible for establishing Library policy, authorizing services provided by the Library, establishing the Library budget, and hiring the Library Director. Library Board members do not receive compensation for their services.
The Waukee Public Library Board of Trustees meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public. Agendas are posted 24 hours prior to the meeting.
The Waukee Public Library is a department of the City of Waukee and funded with Waukee resident property tax dollars. The Waukee Public Library provides materials, programs, and resources for all residents of Waukee and the surrounding communities. 
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Board Meeting Dates

All Library Board of Trustee meetings are held at the Waukee Public Library at 5:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month unless otherwise noted. Meetings are open to the public.

July 9, 2024

August 13, 2024

September 10, 2024

October 8, 2024

November 12, 2024

December 10, 2024

January, 14, 2025

February 11, 2025

March 11, 2025

April 8, 2025

May 13, 2025

June 10, 2025

Meet the Trustees


Michelle Henderson

Michelle Henderson

President

Michelle Henderson joined the Waukee Library Board of Trustees in July 2020. Michelle graduated from University of Iowa before living in Denver, CO and Richmond, VA. Michelle and her family settled down in Waukee in 2017. Michelle is involved in several community organizations in the Des Moines area. Contact: [email protected].
Term Expires: June 30, 2026

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Melissa Marwedel

Vice President

Melissa Marwedel joined the Waukee Library Board of Trustees in July 2022.  She graduated from UNI with a BA in elementary education and an MA in Education - School Library Studies.  She is a teacher librarian for three elementary schools in Urbandale:  Rolling Green, Karen Acres, and Valerius.  She and her family have lived in Waukee since 2019. Contact: [email protected]
Term Expires: June 30, 2025

Anna Eichhorn

Anna Eichhorn

Treasurer

Anna Eichhorn joined the Waukee Library Board of Trustees in July 2022. She is a passionate people leader and change driver with over 20+ years of experience, primarily in the Insurance Industry. She leads Benefits Implementation at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, working cross functionally within the organization.  Anna previously delivered audit and risk-based solutions at a big four public accounting firm. She has a BA in Accounting from the University of Northern Iowa. Anna is involved in several community organizations, focusing her efforts on positively impacting the social determinants of health.  Anna has resided in Waukee with her husband Jon for over 10 years. Contact: [email protected].
Term Expires: June 30, 2025

Emily Schultz

Board Member

Emily Schultz joined the Waukee Library Board of Trustees in July 2024.
Term Expires: June 30, 2026

Darcy Burnett

Board Member

Darcy Burnett joined the Waukee Library Board of Trustees in July 2024. 
Term Expires: June 30, 2027

Lela Scott

Board Member

Lela Scott joined the Waukee Library Board of Trustees in July 2024.
Term Expires: June 30, 2027

David Meyer

Board Member

David Meyer joined the Waukee Library Board of Trustees in July 2023. 
Term Expires: June 30, 2026