Mercer Public Library
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Strategic Plan
The Mercer Public Library began a strategic planning process in 2020 in order to develop a vision for the future of library service to the Mercer community and establish strategic goals for the next five years. The library board and director conducted a community survey and a library board questionnaire, gathered demographic and library service data, and gathered comparative data from other Wisconsin libraries to use in developing strategic goals and actions for the next five years.
The final MPL Strategic Plan can be viewed by clicking the links below. Any questions or comments about the plan should be directed to Mercer Library Director Julia Pusateri at 715-476-2366 or [email protected].
Board of Trustees
Trustees are tasked with ensuring the operation and financial health of the library. Trustees are appointed by the Mercer Town Board and commit to 3 years of service. Board members are dedicated to completing all short-term projects and protecting the long-term vision of the library and its role in the community.
Current Board Members
- Sharon Smith-Leiterman, President (Term: 2026-2028)
- Renae McMurray, Vice-President, Mercer School representative (Term: 2025 – 2027)
- Dorothy Bangle, Treasurer (Term: 2024 – 2026)
- Mary Warren, Secretary (Term: 2025 – 2027)
- Callie Bates (Term: 2026-2028)
- Janet Dowdall (Term: 2026-2028)
- Norm McKindles (Term: 2026)
- Roxanne Lutgen, Mercer Town Board liaison
The Mercer Public Library Board of Trustees is appointed by the Town of Mercer Chairman in accordance with Wisconsin Statute 43.54. For contact information for our board members, call the Library Director at 715-476-2366.
NOW SEEKING: The Mercer Public Library seeks to add a Student Representative to its Board of Trustees. The intention of this position is to gain insight into a population of our community not currently represented on our Board, to advance the Library’s goals of community engagement, and to foster leadership experience in serving on a governing board in our community youth. This position is a non-voting member of the Board of Trustees. Interested applicated should submit an application here.
Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes
2026
The linked files are PDF documents that will open in a new tab/window when clicked on.
| December 14 | Agenda | Minutes |
| November 9 | Agenda | Minutes |
| October 12 | Agenda | Minutes |
| September 14 | Agenda | Minutes |
| August 10 | Agenda | Minutes |
| July 13 | Agenda | Minutes |
| June 8 | Agenda | Minutes |
| May 11 | Agenda | Minutes |
| April 30 Special Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
| April 13 | Agenda | Minutes |
| March 9 | Agenda | Minutes |
| February 28 Volunteer Appreciation Reception | Badke Notice |
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| February 25 Special Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
| February 9 | Agenda | Minutes |
| January 23 Special Meeting | Agenda | Minutes |
| January 13 Special Meeting of Town Board | Badke Notice | |
| January 12 at Mercer Senior Center | Agenda | Minutes |
Agendas and minutes for previous meetings are available on request. Please email [email protected] to request.
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News from the Mercer Library
Interested in a book club?
The Mercer Library supports several private book clubs, but it's been a while since we had a book club open to all library patrons. Are you interested? Please fill out this Google Form or call the library at 715-476-2366 to let us know. We'll add you to our list and...
Mercer Library welcomes new Artist in Residence Cedar Nelson
Mercer, WI – The Friends of the Mercer Public Library have selected Cedar Nelson as the first Mercer Public Library Artist in Residence for 2024. Nelson’s work will be featured in exhibits and events at the library from now through the end of March 2024. Nelson will...
Mercer begins Comprehensive Plan update
Per a Wisconsin law enacted in 1999, every Wisconsin community must have an official plan that details how each the community wishes to grow in the next 20 years. It must include its goals, objectives, policies, and process for achieving its desired growth. Any future...