named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Book Review Club
Online platform for patrons to share reviews of books and films, encouraging community dialogue around reading and media
Messages from Our Orbit: STLS Community Time Capsules
Community engagement initiative allowing residents to submit items for a time capsule to be opened in 2076, commemorating local history and personal stories
Recycling and Compost Informational Drop In
Monthly event offering education on recycling and composting practices for Montour Falls residents, hosted in partnership with Sustainable Montour Falls
Saturday Night Pride
Monthly social event for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies aged 13–18, hosted in collaboration with Schuyler Libraries, offering creative activities in a supportive environment
Summer Learning Program
Annual summer program for all ages featuring weekly story times, crafts, and activities with themes such as dinosaurs and crystals; includes registration and prize incentives
Talkin’ America 250
Series of historical talks co-hosted with the Schuyler County Historical Society to celebrate the U.S. Semiquincentennial, covering topics such as the Revolutionary War and local history
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Administers Summer Learning Program with community eventsRuns a structured Summer Learning Program featuring weekly activities from 4–6 PM on Thursdays, including mineral soap bar making, family fun days, and learning events at the Montour Falls Farmers Market. Includes an all-ages summer reading challenge.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Facilitates volunteer opportunities for youth and adultsOffers volunteer roles for individuals aged 14 and older to gain work experience and learn about library operations, contributing to capacity building within the community.
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Museum-Based Educational Outreach 1 activity
- Hosts educational and recreational programs for all agesOffers a wide range of programs including weekly story times for children ages 0–8, dino-themed summer activities, art projects, magic shows, and public lecture series on U.S. history and local heritage in partnership with the Schuyler County Historical Society.
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Community Service Office Operations 1 activity
- Maintains public library operations and accessibilityProvides regular public access during scheduled weekly hours, with accommodations including ramp access and staff assistance. Adjusts operating schedule based on Odessa-Montour Central School District closures due to weather or unsafe travel conditions and observes annual holiday closures.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Manages special library programs and interactive initiativesOperates a “blind date with a book” program where wrapped books are selected by thematic clues and taken home with voluntary donations, and hosts an online book and media review club for patrons to share opinions and recommendations.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Offers printing, copying, and meeting space resourcesProvides copying and printing services at $0.25 per side and maintains meeting spaces that accommodate 8–10 people, including areas near the Tiffany windows and in the Youth Room.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Preserves community history through time capsule initiativeCollects, inventories, and stores community-submitted time capsules as part of a regional effort to preserve local history, with planned opening in 2076.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 1 activity
- Provides public access to books, films, and media collectionsOffers a diverse collection of books, films, and other media to residents of Schuyler County, including shared access through the Southern Tier Library System. Patrons can search and manage holdings via the online STARCat catalog.
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Public Access Technology Services 1 activity
- Provides public technology and digital access servicesOffers free 24/7 Wi-Fi access extending beyond the building, on-site computer and laptop use without requiring a library card, document scanning with email delivery, and Wi-Fi hotspot checkouts for eligible patrons.
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Community Composting & Organic Waste Diversion 1 activity
- Supports community engagement and sustainability initiativesHosts a community compost drop-off bin for food scraps and organic waste, co-locates recycling and composting information sessions with youth craft groups, and provides local visitor information and building tours to support tourism and civic involvement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$193K
Contributions & grants$7K4%
Program service revenue$180K94%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$164K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$120K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$347K
Cash$269K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$346K
Liquid reserves19.7 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -17.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JESSICA WESTLAKE | LIBRARY DIRECTOR | 40 | $52K |
board members · 7
- BRUCE BOUGHTON — TREASURER
- ELAINE DALRYMPLE — TRUSTEE
- JEN FISHER — PRESIDENT
- KATIE SIRRINE — TRUSTEE (PART YEAR)
- NOAH BUMP — VICE PRESIDENT
- PHILIP CHERRY — SECRETARY
- SAMUEL SHARMA — TRUSTEE
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- American Libraries Association United for Libraries Network — References resources from United for Libraries for trustee guidance.
- Collaborative Summer Learning Network — Participant in a collaborative summer learning program.
- Collaborative Summer Learning Network — Participant in the Collaborative Summer Learning program, as indicated by logo and programming alignment.
- Dutton S. Peterson Memorial Library Partner — Participates in a regional LGBTQ+ youth social program hosted across multiple libraries.
- Elizabeth B. Pert – Hector Library Partner — Collaborates on off-site children's programming at Smith Point Park.
- Finger Lakes Compost Partner — Partners with Finger Lakes Compost to host a community compost drop-off bin at the library.
- Montour Falls Farmers Market Partner — Co-locates Summer Learning Program activities at the farmers market for family engagement.
- Montour Falls Farmers Market Partner — Collaborates with the Montour Falls Farmers Market to host weekly Summer Learning Program activities.
- Odessa-Montour Central School District Government — Coordinates library closures with the local school district during weather-related emergencies.
- Schuyler County Historical Society Partner — Co-hosts a public lecture series on American and local history.
- Southern Tier Library System Network — Member library providing shared access to resources across a network of 48 libraries.
- Southern Tier Library System Network — Member of a regional library system serving multiple counties in the Southern Tier region.
- Southern Tier Library System Network — Member of a regional library system supporting shared initiatives like community time capsules.
- Southern Tier Library System Network — Member of the Southern Tier Library System, participating in its annual statistical reporting and regional library network.
- Watkins Glen Public Library Partner — Collaborates by providing a STARCat how-to guide for patrons.
strategies · 7
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Civic Engagement Through Prioritized Public Inputmethodology: civic-engagement-firstBy placing public comment first in board meetings, the library institutionalizes community voice in governance because early prioritization signals respect and ensures input shapes decision-making.
- Community Partnership and Outreach for Expanded Accessmethodology: community-partnership-outreachBy hosting educational activities in community spaces like farmers markets, the library increases family engagement and summer learning continuity because bringing services directly to people reduces barriers and builds trust.
- Community-Centered Inclusive Accessmethodology: community-centered_inclusive_accessBy designing the library as an open, inclusive space that integrates new technologies and honors historical legacy, the library fosters intellectual freedom and lifelong learning because accessibility and cultural continuity are foundational to sustained community engagement.
- Community-Led Intergenerational Storytellingmethodology: community-led_time_capsuleBy involving the community in creating time capsules, the library strengthens intergenerational connections and historical preservation because participatory storytelling fosters shared identity and continuity across ages.
- Digital Inclusion Through Device and Wi-Fi Accessmethodology: digital-inclusion-through-device-lendingBy lending Wi-Fi hotspots and extending public internet access beyond physical and temporal barriers, the library promotes digital equity because access to connectivity is essential for education, employment, and civic participation.
- Integrated Literacy and Arts for Early Learningmethodology: integrated-literacy-and-artsBy combining story time with hands-on art or themed activities, the library strengthens early literacy development because multi-sensory engagement reinforces language acquisition and sustained interest in learning.
- Patron-Driven Curation to Strengthen Engagementmethodology: patron-driven curationBy allowing patrons to recommend books and movies, the library enhances community ownership and shared discovery because involving users in collection development increases relevance and participation.