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Library Commission approves Jan. 12 minutes; receives Director’s report on FY27 budget, operations, and programming

LedyardFeb 9, 20262 min read

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The Ledyard Library Commission met Feb 9, 2026, approved the Jan. 12 special meeting minutes, heard the Director’s report including FY27 budget submission and operational updates, received Investment Working Group and Friends updates, and adjourned at 7:55 PM.

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Approved the Library Commission Special Meeting minutes of January 12, 2026 (vote 6-0; 3 excused).
Received the Director’s Report: FY27 budget was presented to the Mayor on Jan. 28; Budget Work Session with Town Council scheduled for March 13 at 3:00 PM; Director’s due date is March 20 and Erica will be prepared to present if needed.
Director onboarding and operational plans noted, including focus on stability during maternity leave and development of updated policies (circulation/loan rules, animals in the building, volunteering, photo permissions) to be presented to the Commission as developed.
Approved acknowledgment of ongoing service and programming initiatives: formation of a Marketing Team (initial focus social media), continuation of two weeding projects (targeted completion by end of fiscal year), Seed Library planning, and children’s program 'Whale, Would You Look At That?!' scheduled for March 21 with registration opening Feb. 17.
Investment Working Group reported Janney funds are tracking the Russell 1000 Value Index and noted the William Holton Fund may be a beneficiary of an estate.
Friends of Ledyard Library reported February 'fill a bag for $20' promotion at Gales Ferry Library and new leadership activity.
Meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM (vote 6-0).

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