Former David A. Howe Library Director now leads the entire Southern Tier Library System!!
From the New York Library Association- NYLA
Congratulations to Brian Hildreth, the Executive Director of the Southern Tier Library System, who is the recipient of NYLA’s 2024 Public Librarian of the Year Award!
Brian Hildreth has demonstrated the value of public libraries including standing up against censorship and being a vocal advocate for public libraries and the services they provide to their communities. Congratulations to Mr. Hildreth for his hard work and dedication!
Thank you to all who submitted nominations for our wonderful candidates. We are excited to present these awards at this year’s Award Reception at our conference in Syracuse, NY on Friday, November 8. 
Stay tuned for more winners Wednesdays through September!
