Queens Public Library is governed by a 19-member Board of Trustees, which are appointed by the Mayor of New York City and the Borough President of Queens. The Mayor, Speaker of the City Council, Borough President, the New York City Comptroller and the New York Public Advocate sit on the board as ex officio members.[9] The library is funded by the city, through state and federal grants, and through private philanthropy. Dennis Walcott was appointed President and CEO in March 2016.