Smithtown Explained

NO HOT HEADS ON OUR LIBRARY BOARD!!!!
During a past election, the Patch reported on alleged allegations of assault by Gavilla toward his then opponent Susan Berland. Allegedly, Gavilla was accused of charging at her after a meet and greet. We believe that our community deserves better than this kind of behavior. Berland went on to win that election and is now a Judge in Suffolk's 10th District.

On our library board, we need individuals who possess the right temperament and the willingness to listen to all opinions, even when they disagree or are criticized. Someone with a level head and the ability to handle differing perspectives is crucial for fostering a healthy and productive environment for everyone involved.

A hot-headed approach is not beneficial to anyone, and it certainly doesn't align with the values we hold dear. We need representatives who can lead with calmness, integrity, and respect for every member of our community.

That's why, tomorrow, on October 10th, we urge you to cast your vote for candidates who embody these qualities: VOTE FOR DEAL, BAKER-STINES, STABILE AND SARVIS.

Together, let's choose a leadership team that will truly listen, understand, and work for the betterment of our community and our beloved library.

Your vote is your voice, and it has the power to shape the future of our community. Let's make it count. See you at the polls!📚🗳️

During the recent Meet the Candidate night, Hector Gavilla, a failed former Suffolk Legislative candidate now running for Smithtown Library Trustee, made some troubling claims about the library. We want to set the record straight.

Mr. Gavilla repeatedly insisted that a book he considered "pornographic" was in the children's section of our library. However, it is crucial to clarify that this book has NEVER been in the children's section and has always been in the adult section. The Library confirmed this in a statement in August....of 2022! It's evident that Mr. Gavilla is spreading this misinformation intentionally.

Let's be clear about his motives: Mr. Gavilla's actions are driven by a concerning agenda. He is clearly anti-LGBTQ and seems to be using this false claim to upset parents and manipulate public opinion to win this election. We cannot let this kind of misinformation go unchallenged.

Smithtown Library should remain a place of inclusivity, diversity, and open-mindedness. It should not be subject to censorship based on personal beliefs. That's why we urge you to vote on October 10 for candidates who understand the true role of a Library Trustee and who won't stand for censorship.

Vote for candidates who support the principles of our public library – Deal, Stabile, Baker-Stines, and Sarvis for Library Trustees. Let's keep our library a welcoming and enriching space for all members of our community. 📖🤝

📢 Check this out: Smithtown Library trustee candidate JoAnn Lynch 👍 a post featuring a member of the Proud Boys! 😱 In case you didn't know, the leader of this hate group recently got a hefty 22-year sentence for their role in the January 6th events. 🚔 This certainly raises some eyebrows about JoAnn's views, doesn't it? 🤨

🚫 Let's keep extreme politics far, far away from our beloved public library! Say NO to Lynch and her ticket of far-right extremists who want to dictate what your kids can access at the library. 📚👧👦 Stand up for a more inclusive Library 💪 Vote - Tuesday, October 10th for Deal, Stabile, Baker-Stines and Sarvis.