Library Trustees Needed in 2027

Candidacy packets are now available at the library! The River Valley Library Board of Trustees is responsible for decisions related to library policies, finances, resources, services, and long-term planning.
Library users, community members, and individuals interested in participating in the governance of their public library are welcome to learn more about the candidacy process.

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Ongoing Book Sale

Friends of the River Valley District Library on going book sale is located upstairs in the community room, and is free will donation. Newly weeded items are added after the Friends Meeting monthly.
RVDL Board Of Trustees Meeting

Meetings of the River Valley District Library are typically held on the fourth Wednesday of each month beginning at 5:30 pm in the Community Room on the second floor of the library.
Looking for ways to be involved in your community? Email Kathy Peschang at director@rivervalleylibrary.org to find out how you can become a Library Trustee today.

Vision Statement

Inspiring connection through lifelong learning.

Mission Statement

To improve and enrich the community through information, education, and recreation.

Library Hours

Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

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Computers

Computers are available for public use in the adult, young adult, children's, and meeting room areas, and wireless internet is available campus-wide. Call 309-523-3440 with questions.

Contact Us

214 S Main St - Port Byron, IL 61275
(309) 523-3440 (phone)
(309) 523-3516 (fax)
rivervalley@rivervalleylibrary.org

NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FOR RIVER VALLEY DISTRICT LIBRARY

I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for the River Valley District Library for 2026 will be held on Wednesday, November 18 at 5:30 p.m. at River Valley District Library, 214 S Main Street, Port Byron, IL 61275.

Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Kathy Peschang, Library Director, 214 S Main Street, Port Byron, IL 61275, 309-523-3440.

II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for 2025 were $583,037.00. The Proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2026 are $640,274.00. This represents a 9.82% increase over the previous year.

III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commision leases for 2025 were $0. The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2026 are $0. This represents a 0% over the previous year.

IV. The total property taxes extended or abated for 2025 were $583,037.00 The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2026 are $640,274.00. This represents a 9.82% increase over the previous year.