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Volume 17-25 | 6.20.17 
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Construction Awards Announced
FY 2016-2017 State Aid for Public Library Construction Grant Program Awards totaling $728,716 have been announced and thirteen MHLS Member Libraries, along with the Mid-Hudson Library System, have been awarded funds. The application process began well over a year ago so these libraries have been waiting a long time for this announcement!   


"Investing in public libraries means investing in our communities," said Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa. "These funds will help libraries make much-needed renovations and upgrades to better meet the needs of the children, families, and adults they serve every day. We must continue to invest wisely in our public libraries."



"These funds provide needed financial support to public libraries across the state," said State Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia. "Many libraries in New York lack modern facilities or technology and need to undergo renovation or expansion to better serve the community well into the future. The Board of Regents and I thank Governor Cuomo and the State Legislature for committing these funds."

"Our libraries are significant educational resources that also serve as community hubs," said Senator James Seward who serves the 51st Senate District which covers part of the MHLS service region, "In many towns and villages, the local library is also a historic landmark in need of costly technological and accessibility upgrades that must be accomplished while still maintaining the building's traditional character."

2017 Awards in the Mid-Hudson Library System
 
Brewster Public Library: $107,835
Addition to the lower level of the library and installation of new ADA compliant ramp

Claverack Library: $88,793
Continued work to expand library into former firehouse next door.
 
Desmond-Fish Library (Garrison): $48,361
Waterproofing for the lower level and elevator tower
 
Highland Public Library: $81,653
Heat system for new library facility
 
Hudson Area Library: $5,259
Interior renovations in the Local History Room and administrative areas
 
Hyde Park Library District: $33,672
Installation of stair lift and energy conservation projects
 
Kingston Library: $66,168
Creation of a teen space, renovation of the entry lobby, improved computer area
 
Marlboro Free Library: $22,512
Increase in energy conservation, accessibility at entryways
 
Millbrook Library: $58,795
Creation of a consolidated public computer area, a Teen Room and two Study/Tutor Rooms

Elting Memorial Library (New Paltz): $5,810
Interior renovations

Morton Memorial Library and Community House (Rhinecliff): $2,500
Upgrade of the handicap ramp handrail
 
Stanford Free Library: $136,061
Site preparation for a new library building
 
Mid-Hudson Library System: $71,297
Window replacement for the MHLS Auditorium; replacement of condenser and air circulation unit for the office building
MHLS Announcements
July 15 is the first 2017 deadline to take advantage of the MHLS Member Library Mileage Equalization Grant Program. Reimbursement is contingent on member libraries providing their staff reimbursement at the IRS rate for travel to attend training or to participate in meetings sponsored by and located at MHLS headquarters in Poughkeepsie. For more information and to access the claim form directors should visit http://da.midhudson.org/
Sustainable Libraries
The New York Library Association (NYLA) sponsors a number of awards and scholarships, many of which have an application deadline of July 15. Don't miss out on the chance to recognize outstanding library staff and advocates! The full list of awards, along with application information, can be found here: http://bit.ly/2sulhaO. NYLA sections and roundtables also sponsor a variety of awards. Please note: deadlines vary.
Job Openings
LaGrange Library in Poughkeepsie, NY, seeks a dynamic, innovative, customer service oriented Library Director to lead the Library into the future by forging and enhancing community relationships. LaGrange Library serves more than 17,000 residents of the Town of LaGrange and is the 7th  highest circulating library among the 66 libraries in the five-county Mid-Hudson Library System. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in budget development and management; hiring, evaluating, and supervising staff and volunteers; strategic planning and implementation; communications and marketing; grant seeking, writing and administration; and familiarity with technology, both current and emerging. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, problem solving, and project management skills are essential. Minimum qualifications: ALA accredited Master of Library Science (MLS) degree, with five years of supervisory experience, and must have (or be eligible for) the New York State Public Librarian Professional Certificate. The salary range is $65,000 - $75,000 depending on experience. Send letter of application, resume, and three references to Wendy Bohlinger, Chair, Search Committee, at [email protected]. Applications for this position will be accepted through July 14, 2017. For additional information about the library, visit http://www.laglib.org/.
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