The Newburyport Public Library is governed by a 12-member Board of Directors. The Mayor is the Chairman ex–officio and the President of the City Council is an ex-officio member. The Board also consists of three self-perpetuating Building Fund trustees and, seven board members who are appointed for seven year terms. The Head Librarian is Secretary to the Board.
Sean Reardon, Mayor
Kathy Carey
James T. Connolly
Marcia Edson
Gary Gorski
Christian Hansen
Sarah Holden
Stephen Moore
Heather Shand, City Council President
Susan Shefte
Sarah Spalding
Sara Kelso, Recording Secretary
Elizabeth Valeriani