Trustees – Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library

Board Meeting Dates:

Library Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 4:00pm inside the library.

Vision:

As Emma Flower Taylor had hoped, the Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library will “benefit those that delight in knowledge” by providing a welcoming atmosphere, exceptional service from a committed staff, and by being responsive to community needs. The library will maintain a well-balanced collection of books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, technology, and other resources, and present programs on a variety of subjects in appropriate formats for children, teens, and adults.

Mission:

The Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library serves Watertown and surrounding communities as a center for reading, culture, and research. The Library is a vibrant institution, committed to promoting a well-rounded and informed citizenry. As a premier historical and community asset, the Library offers educational and recreational opportunities for all ages.

Trustees:

Maria Mesires, President: Term expires December 31, 2031

Cheryl Evans, Vice President: Term expires December 31, 2030

Linda Dittrich, Treasurer: Term expires December 31, 2024

Paul DiFabion III, Assistant Treasurer: Term expires December 31, 2033

Currently Vacant, Term expires December 31, 2023

Francee Calarco, Term expires December 31, 2025

Sarah Weir, Term expires December 31, 2026

Carolyn Weldon, Term expires December 31, 2027

Keith Caughlin, Term expires December 31, 2028

Scott Atkinson, Term expires December 31, 2029

Fran Seymour, Term expires December 31, 2032

Library Liaison, Council Member Lisa Ruggiero

Friends Liaison, Joanne Lavarnway

Trustee Bylaws, Policies and Plans:

Flower Library Bylaws – Updated February, 2022

Policy Manual – Updated 5/12/23

Library Long Range Plan 2021-2025
This document references the New York Public and Association Libraries Minimum Standards, which are available through the New York State Library.

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Library City Budget

Current Library Board Budget

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