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March 10, 2021
Mayor Nelson,
The Library Board of Trustees have reviewed the two letters of interest received at the library for the
Board vacancies. Either candidate is acceptable to the current participating members. Please advise the
candidates of their status as soon as possible. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
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Nancy L Schmidt
Director
Laurel Public Library
406.628.4961
Monday -Thursday 9:00 am - 7:30 pm ' Friday Closed ' Saturday 9:00 am - Noon'- Sunday Closed
January 20, 2021
Mayor of Laurel and Laurel Public Library trustees
Laurel Public Library
720 W P St.
Laurel, MT
Dear Mayor of Laurel and Laurel Public Library trustees,
My name is Katie Fjelstad and I am interested in becoming a Laurel Public Library
trustee. I am a long-time Laurel resident, wife of a Laurel native, and mother of two
young children. I am also a registered nurse. I have had a deep love of reading and
literature since first grade and three years as a Comparative Literature major at the
University of Wisconsin.
I have an interest in helping the Laurel Public Library pursue community goals. I am
interested in children's literature in particular, but I have an interest in all types of media
and how the library operates. I also work with the elderly and could be a resource to you
on how to reach this population.
I work part time and I have been looking for an opportunity to devote energy to a cause in
which I feel strongly. Feel free to call me at 406-670-2338 or email me at
katiefielstad@vahoo.com if you have further questions.
Thank you for your time
Sincerely,
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January 2, 2021
Administrative Assistant
City of Laurel
P. O. Box 10
Laurel, Mt. 59044
Attention: Thomas C. Nelson - Mayor City of Laurel
Nancy Schmidt - Director of the Laurel Public Library
I am writing in regards to a trustee position that is open with the Laurel Public Library board. As I have
been a former Trustee and working officer with the Laurel Library board, I feel I have the training and
broad work experience that will qualify me to be a part of this very elite group. As a member of the
board, I would also be the Rural board member- giving a voice to the patrons living outside your city
limits. I understand the importance to actively work with the fellow board members by attending all
meetings, trainings and workshops. I also will look forward to working with volunteers and board
members on book sales, summer reading programs, any and all activities as needed. I will be available
to attend the State Library Federation Meetings which are held twice a year and working with other
knowledgeable representatives. There library board members not only exchange ideas, discuss funding
but serve as a united front in the educational needs of our communities.
At this time our library is of great importance to the community. It has been named as an essential
community area- serving meals to the community children, offering the use of computers, information
on what is happening in our area and of course the reading that we have all enjoyed. It is considered
the one safe gathering place where everyone can feel welcome.
I believe that as a board member I can offer a knowledgeable talent to your library board, helping the
library continue to grow and flourish with the times. I would like to continue to be a part of the team
that has helped to keep the doors of the Laurel Library open . I would find it a pleasure to meet with
you on a one to one basis at your convenience .
Thank you for your time.
Clair Killebrew
406-690-3411
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