Murray HOPES FOR NEW DIRECTION FOR NEW YORK

Statement from Freshman Assemblyman Dean Murray (R,C-East Patchogue) regarding re-election of Leader Brian Kolb, direction of conference
I offered my support of Leader Brian Kolb because he has been a steadfast defender of taxpayers and led our conference to historic gains across New York. The Minority Leader joined me for a People’s Convention to Reform New York town hall and has consistently stood with me to offer solutions in contrast to the state’s one-party, New York City leadership. With his appointment, and the addition of several talented Assembly members, I believe our prospects for the 2011 legislative year are bright. New York State citizens have spoken loudly and clearly: they want job creation, property tax relief, and reform and accountability in government.

ASSEMBLYMAN MURRAY CONGRATULATES P-M LIBRARY ON RECEIVING NATIONAL MEDAL FOR LIBRARY SERVICE

Medal is Nation's Highest Honor for Libraries; Given to Only Five Libraries Nationwide PATCHOGUE, NY - New York State Assemblyman Dean Murray (R, C - East Patchogue) today congratulated the Patchogue-Medford Library on being awarded a 2010 National Medal for Library Service. Patchogue-Medford was one of only five libraries in the United States to be selected for the honor. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor for museums and libraries that make extraordinary civic, educational, economic, environmental, and social contributions.
"People in our community have long known the treasure that they have in the Patchogue-Medford Library. With an outstanding circulating collection, superior service and numerous innovative programs for our residents, the staff of the Patchogue-Medford Library has become a center for our community, and fostered a lifetime love of learning for generations," said Assemblyman Dean Murray. "We are fortunate to have this jewel of a public institution in our area, and I want to congratulate library director Dina Chrils, the library board and the entire staff on this well deserved award."

The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov.
Throughout years of change and growth, the Patchogue-Medford Library has remained focused on its ultimate goal for all Patchogue and Medford citizens: literacy. Basic literacy, information literacy, and life skills literacy drive the programming at the library, which got its start in the late 1880s with just 635 books in the side room of a shoe store.
Patchogue-Medford Library is poised to play an important role in the lives of its citizens for another hundred years.