Election Day: April 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Florida Public Library
Push this button to go to the New York State Board of Elections Voter Registration page. There you will find options for registration including online and printed registration forms. It is also possible to register at the Florida Union Free School District offices up until April 1 at 3 p.m., which allows you to vote only in School District elections, including the Florida Public Library vote.
Push this button to open up an Application for an Absentee Ballot that you can print, fill out and bring to the library. Please note deadlines in the timeline below.
FPL Timeline for 2025 Annual Vote & Trustee Election
Monday, February 17
Copy of Proposed Budget available.
Monday, February 24, 10:00 a.m.
Petitions for Trustee candidates to get on the April 10th ballot are available at FPL. (25 signatures are required to secure a place on the ballot. Candidates are advised to get extra signatures in case some are not accepted.)
Applications for Absentee Ballots will be available. Note: Absentee Ballots will be mailed to all voters regularly receiving them per Orange County Board of Elections' list.
Monday, March 3, 6:30 p.m.
Special Information Meeting on the 2025-2026 proposed Library Budget.
Tuesday, March 11, 5:00 p.m.
Petitions for Trustee candidates must be returned to FPL by this deadline. Ballot positions of candidates will be drawn on Tuesday, March 11 at 5 p.m. by the Election Clerk. Slate of candidates will be posted on www.floridapubliclibrary.org and in the library.
Absentee ballots can be mailed once order of names on ballot has been determined.
Monday, March 17, 5:00 p.m.
Candidates submit completed Bio/Questionnaire to the Library by this date.
Wednesday, March 26, 3:00 p.m.
Voters who wish to register at Florida Union Free School District must do so by 3 p.m.
Thursday, April 3, 8:00 p.m.
Deadline to submit an application for an Absentee Ballot if the Ballot is to be mailed to the voter.
Wednesday, April 9, 5:00 p.m.
Deadline to submit an application for an Absentee Ballot if the Ballot is to be obtained personally by the voter.
Thursday, April 10
Election Day at the Library. Polls open at 9 a.m.
Absentee Ballots must be received by 5 p.m.
Polls close at 8 p.m.
Paper ballots are counted by election inspectors.
Winning candidate(s) will be notified by the FPL Election Clerk.
Click HERE to see the 2025 Report to the Community
Click HERE to see the 2024 Annual Report
Click HERE for the Petition for the Nomination of a Trustee
Click HERE to see the 2025 – 2026 Proposed Budget
Click HERE to see the 2025 Legal Notice
Click HERE to see the 2025 Tax Levy Info
April 11, 2025 – Press Release
Florida Public Library Budget Passed and Trustees Elected
Florida Public Library's budget for 2025-2026 was approved by the voters on Thursday, April 10. The proposed tax levy of $532,057 received 120 YES votes and 9 NO votes. Two trustees were also reelected. Tyler Carey (121 votes) and Sara Taylor (120 votes) were reelected to full three-year terms. Library Director Meg Sgombick said "We are grateful for the continued support our community has shown the library and we look forward to providing the programs and services they need now and in the future."
The library is located at 4 Cohen Circle and is open seven days a week. For more information on upcoming programs please visit the library's website at www.floridapubliclibrary.org.
March 24, 2025 – Press Release
Florida Public Library Vote on April 10
Residents of the Florida Public Library district will go to the polls on Thursday, April 10 for the library's annual budget vote and trustee election. All registered voters in the Florida Union Free School District are eligible to vote. The vote will take place at the library from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Applications for absentee ballots are available at the front desk or on the library's website at www.floridapubliclibrary.org.
The ballot will contain two propositions, one for the library's proposed budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and one for the election of two trustees to the board. A tax levy of $532,057 is offered for voters' approval. This represents an increase of 2.19% or a total of $11,400. Estimated tax rates are $6.379272 per $1,000 of assessed value (an increase of $0.14) for the Town of Warwick and $1.391557 per $1,000 of assessed value (an increase of $0.03) for the Town of Goshen.
Two incumbent trustees are running for the two open seats on the library board. Trustees Tyler Carey and Sara Taylor are on the ballot. Both seats are for full 3-year terms commencing July 1.
Tyler Carey and wife, Marlene, have lived in Florida since 2008 and their three children attend local schools. Tyler studied writing in college and has worked in publishing and technology. Since 2014, he has worked for an employee-owned company that edits and typesets books for publishers. He volunteers as a Cub Scout den leader, in professional publishing groups and has served as the Dungeon Master for the Library's Dungeon & Dragons online group. His whole family uses the library. "I have always been impressed with how much the Library, which is not a big building by any stretch, is able to accomplish within its footprint. Think of everything that this single building offers, programs for all ages, a safe and supportive environment for our tweens and teens, job training for adults, free internet and computer access for all are just a few of the many services offered by the library," states Tyler. A member of the board since 2021, he currently serves as the Chairperson for the Library's House Committee.
Sara Taylor and her family have resided in the Village of Florida since 2017. She is a graduate of Colby Sawyer College and has a background in Graphic Design and Marketing. Sara is involved in the Golden Hill PTA and the local Florida Girl Scout Unit . She and her daughter are active library patrons and their favorite things about the Library are the programs to suit all tastes and the welcoming and friendly staff who go above and beyond to answer a question or help find a good book. "I see the library branching out to meet the needs of its patrons – such as expanding the Library of Things, offering many diverse programs and highlighting the unique history of our Village," states Sara. A member of the board since 2022, Sara currently serves as Secretary and Chairperson of the Nominating Committee.
In addition to the vote, FPL will also feature several special programs on Election Day. At 10:30 a.m., join Miss Nicole for a special musical Storytime for toddlers and preschoolers! Starting at 1 p.m. Librarian Barron Angell will present his Understanding Technology class and wrapping up the day, musician Alex Prizgintas brings the unique sound of his amplified cello back to the Library with his British Invasion concert. Patrons of all ages are invited to join us for the program which begins at 6:30 p.m.
The library is located at 4 Cohen Circle behind Village Hall. For more information on the election or programs, please call (845) 651-7659 or visit the library's website at www.floridapubliclibrary.org.
February 13, 2025 – Press Release
Florida Public Library 2025 Annual Vote & Trustee Election
The Florida Public Library's annual budget vote and trustee election will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the library at 4 Cohen Circle, Florida. The library is a school district public library, sharing the same geographical boundaries as the Florida Union Free School District.
Included on the ballot will be a proposition for the library's operating budget and the election of two trustees for three-year terms commencing July 1. The 2025-2026 proposed tax levy for voters' approval is $532,057 which represents an increase of $11,400 over the current year. Copies of the budget are available in the library and a special information meeting on the budget will be held on Monday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m.
Petitions for candidates interested in placing their names on the ballot will be available at the library on Monday, February 24 and must be returned by 5 p.m. on March 11. Qualified candidates must be 18 years of age and residents of the Florida Union Free School District. For more information on the volunteer position of the trustee, please contact director Meg Sgombick or consult the Handbook for Library Trustees of New York State which can be found in the library's reference collection.
Voter registration forms are available in the library now and absentee ballot applications will be available on February 24. Eligible voters must be registered either with the school or with the county Board of Elections for the general election. For more information on the vote, visit the library any time, call 845-651-7659, or visit www.floridapubliclibrary.org. Library hours are: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 12 noon – 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Election Day: April 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Florida Public Library
Push this button to go to the New York State Board of Elections Voter Registration page. There you will find options for registration including online and printed registration forms. It is also possible to register at the Florida Union Free School District offices up until April 1 at 3 p.m., which allows you to vote only in School District elections, including the Florida Public Library vote.
Push this button to open up an Application for an Absentee Ballot that you can print, fill out and bring to the library. Please note deadlines in the timeline below.
FPL Timeline for 2025 Annual Vote & Trustee Election
Monday, February 17
Copy of Proposed Budget available.
Monday, February 24, 10:00 a.m.
Petitions for Trustee candidates to get on the April 10th ballot are available at FPL. (25 signatures are required to secure a place on the ballot. Candidates are advised to get extra signatures in case some are not accepted.)
Applications for Absentee Ballots will be available. Note: Absentee Ballots will be mailed to all voters regularly receiving them per Orange County Board of Elections' list.
Monday, March 3, 6:30 p.m.
Special Information Meeting on the 2025-2026 proposed Library Budget.
Tuesday, March 11, 5:00 p.m.
Petitions for Trustee candidates must be returned to FPL by this deadline. Ballot positions of candidates will be drawn on Tuesday, March 11 at 5 p.m. by the Election Clerk. Slate of candidates will be posted on www.floridapubliclibrary.org and in the library.
Absentee ballots can be mailed once order of names on ballot has been determined.
Monday, March 17, 5:00 p.m.
Candidates submit completed Bio/Questionnaire to the Library by this date.
Wednesday, March 26, 3:00 p.m.
Voters who wish to register at Florida Union Free School District must do so by 3 p.m.
Thursday, April 3, 8:00 p.m.
Deadline to submit an application for an Absentee Ballot if the Ballot is to be mailed to the voter.
Wednesday, April 9, 5:00 p.m.
Deadline to submit an application for an Absentee Ballot if the Ballot is to be obtained personally by the voter.
Thursday, April 10
Election Day at the Library. Polls open at 9 a.m.
Absentee Ballots must be received by 5 p.m.
Polls close at 8 p.m.
Paper ballots are counted by election inspectors.
Winning candidate(s) will be notified by the FPL Election Clerk.
Click HERE to see the 2025 Report to the Community
Click HERE to see the 2024 Annual Report
Click HERE for the Petition for the Nomination of a Trustee
Click HERE to see the 2025 – 2026 Proposed Budget
Click HERE to see the 2025 Legal Notice
Click HERE to see the 2025 Tax Levy Info
April 11, 2025 – Press Release
Florida Public Library Budget Passed and Trustees Elected
Florida Public Library's budget for 2025-2026 was approved by the voters on Thursday, April 10. The proposed tax levy of $532,057 received 120 YES votes and 9 NO votes. Two trustees were also reelected. Tyler Carey (121 votes) and Sara Taylor (120 votes) were reelected to full three-year terms. Library Director Meg Sgombick said "We are grateful for the continued support our community has shown the library and we look forward to providing the programs and services they need now and in the future."
The library is located at 4 Cohen Circle and is open seven days a week. For more information on upcoming programs please visit the library's website at www.floridapubliclibrary.org.
March 24, 2025 – Press Release
Florida Public Library Vote on April 10
Residents of the Florida Public Library district will go to the polls on Thursday, April 10 for the library's annual budget vote and trustee election. All registered voters in the Florida Union Free School District are eligible to vote. The vote will take place at the library from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Applications for absentee ballots are available at the front desk or on the library's website at www.floridapubliclibrary.org.
The ballot will contain two propositions, one for the library's proposed budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and one for the election of two trustees to the board. A tax levy of $532,057 is offered for voters' approval. This represents an increase of 2.19% or a total of $11,400. Estimated tax rates are $6.379272 per $1,000 of assessed value (an increase of $0.14) for the Town of Warwick and $1.391557 per $1,000 of assessed value (an increase of $0.03) for the Town of Goshen.
Two incumbent trustees are running for the two open seats on the library board. Trustees Tyler Carey and Sara Taylor are on the ballot. Both seats are for full 3-year terms commencing July 1.
Tyler Carey and wife, Marlene, have lived in Florida since 2008 and their three children attend local schools. Tyler studied writing in college and has worked in publishing and technology. Since 2014, he has worked for an employee-owned company that edits and typesets books for publishers. He volunteers as a Cub Scout den leader, in professional publishing groups and has served as the Dungeon Master for the Library's Dungeon & Dragons online group. His whole family uses the library. "I have always been impressed with how much the Library, which is not a big building by any stretch, is able to accomplish within its footprint. Think of everything that this single building offers, programs for all ages, a safe and supportive environment for our tweens and teens, job training for adults, free internet and computer access for all are just a few of the many services offered by the library," states Tyler. A member of the board since 2021, he currently serves as the Chairperson for the Library's House Committee.
Sara Taylor and her family have resided in the Village of Florida since 2017. She is a graduate of Colby Sawyer College and has a background in Graphic Design and Marketing. Sara is involved in the Golden Hill PTA and the local Florida Girl Scout Unit . She and her daughter are active library patrons and their favorite things about the Library are the programs to suit all tastes and the welcoming and friendly staff who go above and beyond to answer a question or help find a good book. "I see the library branching out to meet the needs of its patrons – such as expanding the Library of Things, offering many diverse programs and highlighting the unique history of our Village," states Sara. A member of the board since 2022, Sara currently serves as Secretary and Chairperson of the Nominating Committee.
In addition to the vote, FPL will also feature several special programs on Election Day. At 10:30 a.m., join Miss Nicole for a special musical Storytime for toddlers and preschoolers! Starting at 1 p.m. Librarian Barron Angell will present his Understanding Technology class and wrapping up the day, musician Alex Prizgintas brings the unique sound of his amplified cello back to the Library with his British Invasion concert. Patrons of all ages are invited to join us for the program which begins at 6:30 p.m.
The library is located at 4 Cohen Circle behind Village Hall. For more information on the election or programs, please call (845) 651-7659 or visit the library's website at www.floridapubliclibrary.org.
February 13, 2025 – Press Release
Florida Public Library 2025 Annual Vote & Trustee Election
The Florida Public Library's annual budget vote and trustee election will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the library at 4 Cohen Circle, Florida. The library is a school district public library, sharing the same geographical boundaries as the Florida Union Free School District.
Included on the ballot will be a proposition for the library's operating budget and the election of two trustees for three-year terms commencing July 1. The 2025-2026 proposed tax levy for voters' approval is $532,057 which represents an increase of $11,400 over the current year. Copies of the budget are available in the library and a special information meeting on the budget will be held on Monday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m.
Petitions for candidates interested in placing their names on the ballot will be available at the library on Monday, February 24 and must be returned by 5 p.m. on March 11. Qualified candidates must be 18 years of age and residents of the Florida Union Free School District. For more information on the volunteer position of the trustee, please contact director Meg Sgombick or consult the Handbook for Library Trustees of New York State which can be found in the library's reference collection.
Voter registration forms are available in the library now and absentee ballot applications will be available on February 24. Eligible voters must be registered either with the school or with the county Board of Elections for the general election. For more information on the vote, visit the library any time, call 845-651-7659, or visit www.floridapubliclibrary.org. Library hours are: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 12 noon – 5 p.m. on Sunday.