We look forward to adding Kerri's enthusiasm and love for library services to the Franklin Lakes Library team. Kerri excels in community outreach activities successfully increasing patron participation in library programs.
Her prior work included Children and Youth Services in New York and New Jersey libraries.
Most recently, Kerri was Circulation Supervisor and Outreach Services Librarian in the Ridgewood Public Library. Kerri has an outstanding career with 20 years of library experience in both city and suburban communities. We are also pleased to welcome Kerri Wallace, our new Franklin Lakes Library Director who will join us on July 6, 2021. We wish her an enjoyable retirement and hope to see her checking on the collection at our library. The Board thanks Gerry for her years of leadership and tireless devotion to branding our Library as one of the best in the State of New Jersey. Most recently, Gerry led our library through the pandemic closing and opening processes, enabling the Library to continue to service our patrons during that difficult time. Gerry was active on many committees, and she provided knowledgeable and experienced leadership helping to keep libraries as an invaluable learning, educational, and meeting resource in our Borough and throughout the County. Over the years, Gerry took on leadership roles in BCCLS, the Bergen County consortium of libraries. Those successes led to her promotion to Library Director in 2003.Īs Library Director, Gerry was instrumental in our major capital campaign that significantly expanded our attractive facility. Gerry joined our Library in 1982 as Children's Librarian and developed an excellent collection of books and fun learning programs that children not only enjoyed then, but still speak about glowingly today. The Franklin Lakes Public Library Board of Trustees announces the retirement of Gerry McMahon, our Library Director, effective August 1, 2021, after almost 40 years of outstanding service to our Borough. Code Enforcement (Building/Construction).Certificate of Liability Insurance - Business & Rental Unit Owners.Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS).