Emma S. Clark Library Begins Search for New Director

At a special board meeting on Wednesday night, the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library Board discussed its plan of action in the wake of Edward Elenausky's decision to retire.

While the search committee casts its net to find a suitable candidate for the role of director, the Board elected Ted Gutmann, assistant director for computer systems and services, as acting director effective September 8.

An ad placed immediately through the library systems will help cull applicants with the proper credentials.

"You're going to get the right fish depending on what bait you choose," Elenausky said.

He suggested the search committee focus on what a contender can and will do, not necessarily just their experience.

The search will begin locally in Nassau and Suffolk counties and will expand if no possibilities are returned.