Woodstock Public Library District

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The Woodstock Public Library District was created by Chapter 499 of the Laws of 1989 (New York State). The district is governed by a publicly elected eleven member board of trustees. The term of office is five years. Candidates run at large.

The annual election to fill board vacancies is held on the first Thursday in September. Prospective board members must petition for candidacy. Eligibility to vote in the Library District election is based on eligibility to vote in the Woodstock town elections.

History:
The Woodstock Library was established in 1913 in a converted barn. A budget of $40 paid for some bookshelves, a few chairs, and a coal stove; the books were donated.