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
Paul DiFabion III, Treasurer: Term expires December 31, 2033
Currently Vacant, Assistant Treasurer
Currently Vacant, Term expires December 31, 2023
Linda Dittrich, Term expires December 31, 2024
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.
2023 Board Minutes:
January 10, 2023 Minutes
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February 14, 2023 Minutes
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March 14, 2023 Minutes
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April 4, 2023 Minutes
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May 9, 2023 Minutes
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– Proposed Board Budget 2023/2024 –
June 13, 2023 Minutes
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Special Meeting June 21, 2023 Minutes
July 11, 2023 Minutes
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August 8, 2023 Minutes
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September 12, 2023 Minutes
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October 10, 2023 Minutes
November 14, 2023 Minutes
December 12, 2023 Minutes
To access other meeting minutes that are not listed above, please contact the library: