Former Oswayo Valley Library Director
Allegedly Stole Thousands of Dollars

The former director of the Oswayo Valley Memorial Library in Shinglehouse is accused of buying thousands of dollars with of items with library money for her own use and not reimbursing the library.

38-year-old Tammy Ann Ray of Liverpool, New York is charged with two felony counts of theft, along with receiving stolen property and related offenses. Former library board member, 36-year-old Rebeccah Lynn Dickerson of Shinglehouse, is charged with misdemeanor counts of theft and receiving stolen property.

Police say between November of 2007 and August of last year Ray bought more $8,000 worth of merchandise, including electronics, sports memorabilia and clothes.

Police started their investigation after the library’s board of directors and current staff conducted an internal audit that revealed discrepancies in the library’s purchases and its inventory.

Charges against both women have been filed with district judge Kari Stubbs. Dickerson’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for Monday. A date for Ray’s hearing has not been set yet.

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Anonymous said…
OH NO! Not Our FRIENDLY Librarian...
June 14, 2012 at 6:09 PM
Anonymous said…
Innocent until proven guilty!! Where is the treasurer? The librarian does not pay the bills!!! She was good and lots of programs!! She always had tons of prizes! I think the board is accusing before they see the whole story! She did a lot for the community and the library!!
June 22, 2012 at 9:18 PM
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