Brandon Twp.- The library board appointed Pete Burkett to a trustee seat during their April 25 meeting.
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office sergeant, substation commander and Ortonville resident will complete the term of Sandy Willett, who died March 21. The term ends in November 2012.
Library Director Paula Gauthier said the board interviewed four candidates and believes Burkett has the best skills for the trustee position and the most interest in library advocacy.
‘I am extremely pleased to have Pete on board and we look forward to working with him as we move library initiatives forward,? she said.
The library board meets at 7 p.m., the fourth Monday of the month, at the library, 304 South St. The next meeting will be 7 p.m., May 23.