Bethlehem Library Notes for Wednesday, March 2, 2022
— Photo by Kristen Roberts
Congressman Antonio Delgado, right, dropped by the Bethlehem Public Library on Wednesday, Feb. 23, to talk with library trustees and staff about what they do and their goals for the future.
The board of trustees recently put the finishing touches on the library’s Long-Range Services Plan for 2022-2025. This plan identifies strategic goals for the coming years to promote inclusion and equity, education, and sustainability.
The services plan joins the Long-Range Facilities Master Plan that addresses space needs for programming, events, collections, quiet study, storage, staff workspaces, comfort, and accessibility.
Both plans represent months of discussion and information-gathering and provide the framework for where we’d like to devote our energy as a library in the years to come. To read both of the plans, visit our board of trustees’ webpage at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Trustee candidate
info available
Nominating petition forms and informational packets are available at the library, through curbside pickup or online for candidates interested in serving on the Bethlehem Public Library Board of Trustees. There is one seat on the 2022 ballot, currently held by incumbent Mary Redmond, who will not be seeking re-election. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/board-candidate-information to download a digital version of the candidate petition packet.
Bethlehem Public Library takes very seriously its responsibility to serve the community by providing access to resources and programming that enhance the quality of life of our residents. Our trustees make this possible through their dedication and vision, and they fill a very important public service role that affects every tax-paying resident, whether that person has stepped foot in the library or not.
Board meetings are held at the library monthly and are open to the public. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. and last about two hours.Trustees are expected to regularly attend.
Petitions will need at least 51 signatures of voters residing in the Bethlehem Central School District. Petitions must be filed with the District Clerk, Bethlehem Central High School, 700 Delaware Ave., Delmar by 5 p.m. on April 18. The election will be held Tuesday, May 17.
Storm warning
In the event of inclement weather, the library’s telephone system will provide information on a closing or delayed opening. Call ahead at 518-439-9314 if you are unsure. Information may also be available on our website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.