President Julia Groom President Julia Groom

Sarah Karon

“Literacy is the key to an informed, engaged society, and libraries are places where all kinds of community magic happens.”

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Treasurer Julia Groom Treasurer Julia Groom

Kat Wingert

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Secretary Guest User Secretary Guest User

Fletcher Rush

Fletcher believes “public libraries are essential to our community. In addition to the fundamental access to books and information, libraries provide a litany of services, especially to those in need.”

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Board Member Sydney Baulier Board Member Sydney Baulier

Tim Jaeger

“I'm serving because I want to ensure that our libraries continue to play an essential role in our community, providing safe, accessible, and 100% free educational resource centers for everyone.”

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Board Member Julia Groom Board Member Julia Groom

Alexandra Jupin

“I am honored to serve on the Library Foundation Board, as I feel that public libraries are the cornerstone of our society. They are essential to our community and more important than ever now.”

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Board Member Julia Groom Board Member Julia Groom

Mark Steinwachs

“Libraries have always provided a sanctuary for me. I can remember the exact shelves where I took down the books that would change my life. My hope is to offer that same opportunity to as many people as possible while also fostering strong communities in Sarasota.”

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Board Member Sydney Baulier Board Member Sydney Baulier

Todd Sweet

“The public library is the most accessible public building we have in society. Today, our libraries are so much more than book depositories. Public libraries are havens for learning, creating, meeting and sharing. Healthy libraries lead to healthy communities. As an architect, I am interested in place-making that enhances the human experience.”

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Board Member Sydney Baulier Board Member Sydney Baulier

Crishuana Williams

“I feel grateful for the Sarasota Public Library system, which provides a premium service to the public, free of charge. It is a remarkable blessing to have access to such an amazing resource with such a rich history of innovation, strength, and accessibility. It is an honor for me to contribute my time, talent, and treasure toward continuing this legacy. I truly believe that there has never been a better time to celebrate the importance of public libraries in our communities.”

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