The Washington Research Library Consortium was founded in 1987 as a non-profit corporation under the provisions of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The WRLC is operated exclusively for the benefit of other non-profit institutions of higher learning by promoting the development of a cooperative network among libraries in the Washington metropolitan area and by providing services to enhance library and information resources.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors consists of thirteen directors - corporate officers, financial officers, and one non-voting Library Director. This group has the financial, legal and strategic responsibility for the WRLC. The Board typically meets quarterly. The Board of Directors has designated a Finance Committee to review budgetary matters in greater detail and may designate other committees, each consisting of two or more directors, as necessary.
Library Directors Council
The Library Directors Council includes the library director of each of the partner universities in the Washington Research Library Consortium. The Council has programmatic responsibility for the Consortium, including reviewing and recommending budgets to the Board, establishing the annual initiatives, setting priorities and overseeing the implementation of programs.
Executive Director
The Board of Directors may employ an Executive Director to direct and manage the operations of the Consortium. The Executive Director prepares plans and presents recommendations to the Board, coordinates the activities of the Consortium and directs the employees of the WRLC charged with carrying out the work of the Consortium.
Committees and Task Forces
The Library Director’s Council appoints standing committees and task forces to facilitate communication and the work of the Consortium. Each committee/task force includes a chair and a WRLC liaison who aid in managing administrative tasks such as project management, facilitating communication with LDC and WRLC headquarters, creating updates and reports, and making calendar/agenda updates.