About Our District
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The Prairie River Library District has eight branches in communities along the Clearwater River and Camas Prairie, with the district headquarters located at the Lapwai branch. PRLD is a member of Valnet, a consortium of 48 public and school libraries in north-central Idaho and south-east Washington.
Online catalog: Valnet's online catalog allows patrons to find, request and renew books, movies and music and manage their accounts. eBooks & Audiobooks: Get eBooks and digital audiobooks on your phone, tablet or computer 24/7 through OverDrive. Courier service: Our excellent courier service means we can get items to patrons quickly, typically within a few days of the request. Rotation collections: In addition to popular fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, each branch has rotating collections of movies, audiobooks on CD, and large-print books. Free computers & Wi-Fi: Computers and tablets are available for use in the library free of charge. Wi-Fi is available 24/7. Programs: Each branch has a unique offering of different programs and activities for all age groups - book clubs, story time, writing groups, movies, musical performances, classes, visiting speakers, traveling displays and more. Check our events calendar for upcoming programs. |
Annual Report
Our Customer Service Philosophy
We care about all of our customers and seek to give each one attentive service.
We listen to our customers and respond to their suggestions and concerns. We seek out innovative approaches to serve our customers in the best ways possible. We act responsibly to fulfill our mission of fair and equitable access to information and our commitment to the best stewardship possible of library resources. We provide efficient service from knowledgeable, motivated, and well-trained staff. |
Employment
No vacancies at this time.
Download and print an application here. How to submit your application: Fax to: (208) 843-7254 Email to: lapwai.library@prld.org Mail to: PO Box 1200, Lapwai, ID 83540 |
Support the Library
As a volunteer, you can assist the library by helping with programming, shelving books, cleaning items and shelves, library displays, transporting books, fundraising, computer assistance for patrons... just to name a few. Please contact our your local branch for more information.
These organizations provide ongoing support for their libraries. For more information about joining the Friends group in your community, please contact your local branch.
Financial contributions are always welcome and may be made at your local branch. We are happy to accept donated items in good condition. Some items may be added to our collection. Many donated items go in our book sales.
Board of Trustees
Trustees of the Prairie River Library District serve on a volunteer basis and are elected to the library board for 6-year terms. Trustees are tasked with directing the funds and policies of the library district.
Jan Grueter, Winchester, Chair
Mike Wasko, Nezperce, Vice-Chair
Patty Kries, Kamiah, Treasurer
Jeanne Wasko, Nezperce, Trustee
Leonard Van Dyke, Genesee, Trustee
Jan Grueter, Winchester, Chair
Mike Wasko, Nezperce, Vice-Chair
Patty Kries, Kamiah, Treasurer
Jeanne Wasko, Nezperce, Trustee
Leonard Van Dyke, Genesee, Trustee
Library Policies
Library policies are reviewed and updated on a regular basis by the Board of Trustees. The documents below describe the policy. It is up to the library director and staff to create the procedural guidelines that support the policies.
Child Safety Policy Circulation Policy Code of Conduct Policy Collection Development Policy Confidentiality Policy Customer Service Policy
Gift and Donation Policy Exhibits, Displays & Community Notice Board Policy Internet Use Policy Programming Policy Volunteer Policy
Gift and Donation Policy Exhibits, Displays & Community Notice Board Policy Internet Use Policy Programming Policy Volunteer Policy
Strategic Plan
The Board of Trustees approved the district's 2020-2022 Strategic Plan in November of 2019. It can be viewed by clicking here.
Board Meetings and Minutes
Unless otherwise posted, Board of Trustee meetings are held at the Lapwai Community Library/District Office (103 N. Main Street, Lapwai, ID 83540) on the last Tuesday of each month at 9:30am. If that day is a holiday, the meeting is held the following day. No board meeting is held in December.
View Next Meeting's Agenda
View Next Meeting's Agenda
2019 Meeting Minutes
2018 Meeting Minutes
2017 Meeting Minutes