MEMORANDUM OF FEBRUARY 19, 2026, RED HOOK LIBRARY BOARD MEETING

Pursuant to an appointment of Mayor Smythe, I attended a meeting of the Red Hook Library Board.

Eight Board members were present and were quite welcoming.

Following approval of the prior, January 15" meeting minutes, the Board discussed the Sustainable Library Certification status, which included improvements to the library structure, Board diversity, analysis of the Library's financial position and controls, continuing education opportunities and outreach to minorities.

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to increase the current tax levy, to be voted on at the May 2026 School District election.

The Board then reviewed the comparative use of Library programs January 2025 to January 2026.

Among the programs/activities discussed were the “wonderbooks” collection, sensory counting tiles, Birth Center Library Launches (at Northern Dutchess Hospital), future “pushcraft” workshops, and a “Bingosize” proposal.

The meeting convened at 6:30 p.m. and ended at 8:00 p.m.

The next meeting is March 19 at 6:30 p.m.

Submitted Anthony Maccarini