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K 758

Commemorating the 130th Anniversary of the Jervis Public Library in Rome, New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Marianne Buttenschon

The resolution ceremonially commemorates the Jervis Public Library’s 130th anniversary, recognizing its long-term service to the Rome community without creating policy or budget ch

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Bill Summary · K 758

K 758 — Commemorating the 130th Anniversary of the Jervis Public Library in Rome, New York

Overview

K 758 is a ceremonial resolution introduced and adopted on June 10, 2025, to commemorate the Jervis Public Library in Rome, New York, on its 130th anniversary. The primary sponsor is Marianne Buttenschon. As a resolution, the measure is non-binding and expresses formal recognition rather than creating new law or policy.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize and celebrate the Jervis Public Library’s longstanding service to the Rome community.
  • Acknowledge the library’s historical significance and its role in education, culture, and access to information.
  • Highlight the milestone of the 130th anniversary, underscoring the library’s enduring value to residents and visitors.

Key Provisions

  • The bill would officially acknowledge the 130th anniversary of the Jervis Public Library.
  • The resolution may include language praising the library’s contributions and encouraging continued community support for libraries and literacy.
  • No substantive policy changes or fiscal appropriation are included; the measure is ceremonial in nature.

Affected Parties

  • Jervis Public Library and its staff, trustees, and patrons.
  • The Rome, New York, community and area residents who rely on library services.
  • Local government and public institutions that engage with the library.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: June 10, 2025.
  • Adopted: June 10, 2025 (same-day adoption).
  • Classification: Resolution (ceremonial designation).
  • Sponsor: Marianne Buttenschon (primary).

Background and Context

  • The designation “130th anniversary” places the library’s founding approximately around 1895, marking a long-standing institution in the community.
  • The action aligns with common legislative practice of issuing commemorative resolutions to honor local landmarks, organizations, and historic milestones.

Potential Impact

  • Provides formal statewide or local ceremonial recognition of the library’s contributions.
  • May serve as a public affirmation of the importance of libraries and access to information.
  • Likely to be used in community communications, local press, and library events celebrating the anniversary.

Note: As a non-binding ceremonial resolution, K 758 does not create new duties, authorize expenditures, or alter existing laws or programs.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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