Monroe County Library System

Stored provider address: 115 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604

The Monroe County Library System (MCLS) is an association of independent public libraries working together to improve library services for residents of Monroe County. The MCLS was chartered by the New York State Board of Regents in 1954 and is directed by a board of trustees appointed by the Monroe County Legislature. MCLS members include the libraries of sixteen towns, two villages, a school district and the City of Rochester. Each member library is governed by an independent board of trustees and funded by local taxes. The Rundel Memorial Building and the Bausch and Lomb Public Library Building, at 115 South Avenue in downtown Rochester, serve as the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County and the operational hub of the MCLS. The MCLS is funded by New York State, member libraries, and Monroe County; MCLS services are provided under a contract with the Rochester Public Library.