Annual Budget &
Community Reports
Annual Report to the Community
The year 2024 marked significant growth for the Red Jacket Community Library. We welcomed new trustees and expanded our program offerings, allowing us to better serve the Manchester-Shortsville community. We are immensely grateful for the opportunity to provide valuable services and programs to our patrons.
This past year was remarkable for RJCL, with notable increases in library usage across the board. Library card sign-ups rose by 19% compared to 2023, Overdrive circulation increased by 25%, total visitors to the library grew by 15%, and overall circulation surged by 24%.
During our Budget Vote and Trustee Election in June, Celeste Andrews was elected to a five-year term, serving from 2024 to 2029. Additionally, Carl Persson filled an open trustee position in October.
In 2025, we aspire to secure a permanent home for the library and reestablish our full collection. Our goals also include increasing attendance at programs and boosting both patronage and circulation. We look forward to continuing to serve our community and welcoming you to the library!
Prior Year Annual Reports and Form 990
Our annual reports are in PDF format. You’ll need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. Electronic copies of Tax Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax, are found on the irs.gov website.
2023 Annual Report
In 2022, Red Jacket Community Library made the decision to move out of the shared use facility in the school due to increased costs and reduced benefits. The Library moved into a temporary location which has allowed the Library to be in compliance with the NYS Division of Library Development minimum standards in regards to our open hours, which previously were not being met due to the restricted hours of access at the school.
The new location gave the Library the opportunity to set our own hours, allowed for daytime access to the Library and offer more diverse programming. The Director and Library Board of Trustees continued to collaborate with many community organizations, pursued grant opportunities and supported fundraising through the Friends of the RJCL.
At our Budget Vote and Trustee Election in June, Heather Baxter and Nancy Johnsen were re-elected for a five year term to serve from 2023-2028. Voters approved our 2023-24 budget of $259,763 with the approval rate of 85%.
2022 Annual Report
In 2022, Red Jacket Community Library made the decision to move out of the shared use facility in the school due to increased costs and reduced benefits. The Library moved into a temporary location which has allowed the Library to be in compliance with the NYS Division of Library Development minimum standards in regards to our open hours, which previously were not being met due to the restricted hours of access at the school.
The new location gave the Library the opportunity to set our own hours, allowed for daytime access to the Library and offer more diverse programming. The Director and Library Board of Trustees continued to collaborate with many community organizations, pursued grant opportunities and supported fundraising through the Friends of the RJCL.
Voters approved our 2022-23 budget of $243,079 in May with the approval rate of 75%. More budget info.