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Librarian announces David Brooks event, staff changes, and records center progress

Library Board of the Library of Virginia · June 22, 2026
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Summary

Librarian Dennis T. Clark announced a Sept. 28 event featuring David Brooks tied to a Baldacci gift and VCU partnership, reported staffing changes and progress on the State Records Center shelving and 800 E. Broad Street renovation plans.

Librarian of Virginia Dennis T. Clark told the Board that a Sept. 28 program featuring David Brooks will be presented in partnership with VCU as part of a new initiative funded by the Baldacci gift. Clark said the event focuses on civic dialogue and marks the beginning of the initiative shared with VCU.

Clark also reported staff updates, including Aubrey Hobby assuming new responsibilities as board liaison and Tracy Molnar taking on expanded duties within the Librarian's Office. Updates on the State Records Center project were given, with shelving installation planned as the next phase. Renovation plans for 800 E. Broad Street are intended to create flexible, modern spaces on the first two floors. Clark noted the Board discussed availability of recordings for public programs.

No contract awards or budget changes were approved at the meeting; these were operational and reporting items presented as the Librarian's regular report.