Library Commission

The Library Commission is the governing body of the Ledyard Public Library. Members representing all political parties are appointed by the Town Council.

Copies of the meeting agendas and minutes may be found on the Town website under “Library Commission.” The Library Commission is responsible for hiring a Library Director, establishing a budget for the library, and setting policies for the operation and use of the library.

Members of the Library Commission are:

  • John Bolduc, Chair
  • Elizabeth Rumery, Vice-Chair
  • Ellin Grenger, Secretary
  • Ralph Hightower, Treasurer
  • Barbara Candler
  • Brian Cronin
  • Carol Ganz
  • Rebecca Nash
  • Rolf Racich

Ex-officio

  • Carmen Garcia-Irizarry, Town Council Liaison
  • Fred Allyn, III, Mayor
  • Jennifer Smith, Library Director

Schedule of Meetings

The commission generally meets in person on the third Monday of each month at alternating locations, but please check as to which library it is being held. All meetings are open to the public.

January and February meetings are on the fourth Monday due to a conflict with holidays on the third Monday. There is no July meeting.

  • January 22, 2024, 7:00 PM:  Gales Ferry Library
  • February 26, 2024, 7:00 PM: Bill Library
  • March 18, 2024, 7:00 PM: Bill Library
  • April 15, 2024, 7:00 PM: Bill Library
  • May 20, 2024, 7:00 PM: Gales Ferry Library
  • June 17, 2024, 7:00 PM: Bill Library
  • August 19, 2024, 7:00 PM: Gales Ferry Library
  • September 16, 2024, 7:00 PM: Bill Library
  • October 21, 2024, 7:00 PM: Gales Ferry Library
  • November 18, 2024, 7:00 PM: Bill Library
  • December 16, 2024, 7:00 PM: Gales Ferry Library
  • January 27, 2025, 7:00 PM: Bill Library