New Library Director
Special Announcement From The Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees of the Port Chester–Rye Brook Public Library is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Tee Cotter as the new Library Director, effective February 24, 2026. Ms. Cotter was selected following an extensive nationwide search. She brings over thirty years of experience in library management, strategic planning and community engagement. As Director, Ms. Cotter will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Library including budget management, staff development, programming, and technological innovation.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Cotter to her new position on our Library team,” said Veronica O’Connor, President of the Board of Trustees. “She has a proven track record of leadership and a deep commitment to the Library and the community, making her the ideal choice to guide our library into its next chapter”.
Prior to being appointed Director, Ms. Cotter served as Head of Youth Services at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library, where she created innovative programs to educate and inspire young children, teens and tweens. Ms. Cotter has also worked as Children’s Librarian at the New Rochelle Public Library, as part of the Public Relations Department at St. John’s University, and as an Assistant Librarian in the Las Vegas Library District.
Ms. Cotter holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, University of Nevada Las Vegas; a Master of Library Science, St. John’s University Graduate School of Library and Information Science; and a Public Library Administrators’ Advanced Certificate, Long Island University/Post, Palmer School of Library and Information Science, Palmer Institute for Public Library Administration and Management.
“I am so honored to be the next Director of the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library,” Ms. Cotter said. “My Commitment is to ensure that the Library continues to evolve, to inspire and to serve every member of our community with excellence, innovation, and heart. I am so proud to lead the Library into its next chapter.”
The Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library has been serving the Villages of Port Chester and Rye Brook for 150 years. It is an Association Library governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees. The Library is a member of the Westchester Library System and serves the seventh largest population in Westchester County.
The Library is turning 150 years old in 2026!
Board of Directors Openings
Notary Services
March 21st, 2026
April 18th, 2026
May 16th, 2026
10:00am to 11:00am
Notary services with Village Trustee Nancy Naulaguari. Patrons must bring their unsigned documents, government issued photo ID, and ensure all parties are present to sign. Patrons must provide their own witness. If you have any questions, please feel free to call (914) 939-6710.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library… Celebrate the Dreamer in You!
Children ages 0-5 can receive a new book each month. For more information or to register, please click HERE.
Cook, Learn, Savor:
Cooking Demo
March 16th and 30th
6:30pm
Master the Art of Flavor
In these two sessions, award-winning cookbook author Rinku Bhattacharya will demonstrate flavorful dishes to show you how simple flavors can effectively create delicious, healthy meals.
To register, please visit the library in person or call (914)939-6710 and press 0.
