Board of Trustees

Regular Board Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 PM in the Centerville Library Conference Room unless otherwise noted and are open to the public. Special Board Meetings may be called periodically throughout the year and are posted when called. If you wish to speak at a regular meeting, complete this request form and return it to the Centerville Library 24 hours in advance of the meeting.

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Barbara Denison, President

Reappointed: January 2023
Term Expires: December 2029
Committees:
   Executive
   Foundation
   Personnel
   Negotiating


Contact Ms. Denison via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info

Barbara Denison was originally appointed to the Library Board in October 2014. She is a long-time resident of Centerville and has used the Library through all cycles of her life, from taking her son to pre-school story time, to rushing a high school student to the Library for last minute school research, to enjoying the Library as an avid leisure reader.

As a Wright State University emeritus professor of Management Information Systems, Barbara understands the critical role technology plays in today’s organizations. In addition to teaching both undergraduate and graduate students how to design and manage information systems, she has served on many volunteer boards, including four years as President of the Friends of the Libraries for Wright State University. Barbara holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in mathematics from Denison University, a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Dayton and a Masters in Computer Science from Wright State.

Barbara is currently President of the Board of Advisors for the University of Dayton Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Barbara enjoys working with the Library Board especially during this exciting time in the Library's history. She was selected to receive the OLC Trustee Award of Achievement in 2019.

Randell Bowling, Vice President

Reappointed: November 2023
Term Expires: December 2030
Committees:
   Executive
   Finance
   Long-Range Facilities Planning
   Personnel



Contact Mr. Bowling via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info

Randell Bowling was originally appointed to the Library Board in March 2008. He resides in Washington Township.

As a retired member of the United States Air Force, Randy has had the opportunity to hone his leadership, project management and budgeting skills. This expertise is well-suited to his work on the Library Board of Trustees. In addition to his military service, Randy holds a Bachelor Degree in Education from Miami University and a Masters of Business Administration from Webster University.

Randy is excited to be working with the Library Board on long range planning and forecasting. He hopes his contributions will ensure the Library’s financial health for years to come.

Carleen Suttman, Secretary

Appointed: March 2022
Term Expires: December 2025
Committees:
   Executive
   Finance
   Foundation
   Nominating



Contact Ms. Suttman via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info

Carleen Suttman was appointed to the Library Board in March 2022. She has been an active supporter of the Washington-Centerville Public Library as a past Friends of WCPL board member and recent Levy Committee member. She and her husband reside in Washington Township.

Carleen is an advisor at Alter High School and serves as a board member of Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, Think Tank, Young Life Regional Board, and Dayton Woman's Literary Club. She holds a Bachelor and Master of Science from University of Cincinnati and Indiana University respectively.

Elizabeth Cline

Re-Appointed: January 2022
Term Expires: December 2028
Committees:
   Foundation
   Nominating
   Trustee Interview




Contact Ms. Cline via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info

Elizabeth Cline was appointed to the Library Board in January, 2015. She is an avid user of Washington-Centerville Public Library and an active community volunteer.

After nearly a decade in the financial services industry, including serving as Vice President / Director of Operations at UBS Wealth Management, Elizabeth shifted her focus to raising her children and giving back to her community. She has supported the Centerville City School District in many capacities from academic volunteer, to Levy Committee Event Chair, to member of the Superintendent’s Advisory Council. Her business knowledge, coupled with her enthusiasm for community involvement make Elizabeth a valued addition to the Library Board.

Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Centre College. As wife of a former City Councilman, she understands the challenges facing public entities and brings that knowledge to her role on the Board. Elizabeth also brings with her, the perspective of a mother, business leader, and community volunteer. She is honored to serve the community as a member of the Washington-Centerville Public Library Board of Trustees.

David Falkner

Appointed: January 2025
Term Expires: December 2031
Committees:




Contact David Falkner via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info

As a child, David traveled the country with his family while his father was serving in the United States Air Force. No matter where they were, the library was always there as a source to help satisfy his curious mind.

After working in home construction and restaurant management, David returned to Wright State University earning a Master's in Accounting. His expertise gained working in the Auditor of State's office, with non-profit agencies, and in public accounting will be well-suited to help ensure the Library continues to be a good steward of public funds.

David resides in the City of Centerville where he raised his two children and has been active in coaching many local youth soccer teams.

Carol Herrick

Reappointed: January 2020
Term Expires: December 2026
Committees:
   Finance
   Personnel
   Trustee Interview



Contact Carol Herrick via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info

Carol Herrick was originally appointed to the Library Board of Trustees in January 2013. She is a long-time Centerville resident and ardent library supporter.

Carol brings a wealth of business management and financial expertise to the Library. In addition to being an Instructor of Economics at Wright State University and a small business owner that helps small to medium sized businesses improve their operations and profitability, Carol has served on the Library's Financial Advisory Board. She is very familiar with the Library's financial stewardship and the business side of the Library and contributes her knowledge to guiding the future of the organization.

Carol holds a Masters of Industrial Administration from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Northwestern University. She feels fortunate to live in a community with a library system that ranks among the best in the nation and relishes the opportunity to contribute to the organization’s ongoing success. Carol currently serves as the Library Trustee representative on the Ohio Library Council Board of Directors as well.

Ramnarayan Nunna

Reappointed: January 2021
Term Expires: December 2027
Committees:
   Long-Range Facilities Planning
   Trustee Interview




Contact Mr. Nunna via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info

Ram Nunna was originally appointed to the Library Board in January 2014. In addition to his appointment, Ram is a very busy community volunteer, serving in both the Centerville Rotary, Miami Valley Teluga Association, and the India Club. He and his wife live in Centerville with their daughter.

Ram is a professional engineer with over 20 years of experience in managing transportation and highway projects. His professional experience combined with his strong volunteer background serve him well in his work as a Library Trustee, in which he participates in long range facilities planning, strategic planning for the future and policy making. Ram holds a Bachelor and Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Osmania University (India) and the University of Connecticut respectively.

Ram, and his family, are regular library visitors and feels the library is an important part of raising their daughter.

Liz Fultz, Library Director

Contact Ms. Fultz via email at libadmin@wclibrary.info


Elizabeth (Liz) Fultz was named Library Director in October 2019. She began her career at Washington-Centerville Public Library as the fifth person in the Reference Department, and one of only three with a Master of Library Science degree. As the Reference Department grew, so did her role. She became the Reference Team Leader and in 2009 was promoted to Centerville Library Building Manager. She served as Assistant Director from 2016-2019.

Liz has a wealth of experience in all facets of library planning and operations. She has led strategic planning process, developing the mission, vision and values of the library, and was integral in the renovation, expansion and re-opening of Woodbourne Library. “This is an exciting time for libraries and I’m thrilled to lead our Library’s continued success,” says Liz.

Liz has a Masters of Library Science from the University of Kentucky and a Bachelors of Business from Morehead State University. She is a member of the Centerville Noon Optimists. She and her husband Mark have two children and reside in Washington Township.

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The Financial Advisory Committee is responsible for making specific financial policy recommendations to the Library Board including the annual budget, investments, capital improvement expenditures, and future projections for revenue and expenditures. The Financial Advisory Committee is appointed by the Library Board of Trustees and has up to seven members with financial expertise that serve 4 year terms. Members meet 2-3 times a year and serve without compensation. Current Members:

• Ellen Chicoine | Term Expires: 2025
• David Falkner | Term Expires: 2027
• Art Hung | Term Expires: 2025
• Todd Press | Term Expires: 2027
• Gary Smiga | Term Expires: 2025
• Chris Wysong | Term Expires: 2025

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The Personnel Appeals Board provides an objective appeals process for library employees. The Personnel Appeals Board is available to employees who have completed a provisionary period and who have been suspended for more than three days, received a demotion in position or compensation, or have been discharged. The Personnel Appeals Board is appointed by the Library Board of Trustees and consists of three members who serve 3 year terms. Members serve without compensation. Current Members:

• Susan Brown | Term Expires: 2025
• Judy Budi | Term Expires: 2025
• Fred Polizzi | Term Expires: 2026

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