Mayor Coleman acquires ten new book boxes for Sweet Home library collection

The Library Advisory Board of Sweet Home, Oregon, convened on March 13, 2025, to discuss various topics related to the library's operations and community engagement. The meeting began with a roll call, confirming the presence of Chair Eva Journe, Vice Chair Kelsey Hicks, Board Member Karen Wise, and Board Member Jim Corley, while Board Member Jen Castaneda was noted as absent.

Following the roll call, members took a moment to introduce themselves, sharing their backgrounds and connections to the Sweet Home community. Chair Journe highlighted her long-standing involvement with the library board and the planning commission, while other members discussed their roles and interests, emphasizing their commitment to education and community service.

The board then addressed the minutes from the previous meeting held in January. It was noted that the minutes were not included in the current meeting packet, leading to a decision to table their approval until the next meeting in April.

The Director's report followed, where significant updates were shared. Notably, Mayor Coleman had recently visited the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., where he selected ten boxes of books for the library's collection. This initiative was supported by Senator Ron Wyden's office, which facilitated the mailing of these books to Sweet Home.

The meeting concluded with a sense of enthusiasm for the library's growth and the ongoing efforts to enhance its resources for the community. The board looks forward to reconvening in April to continue their discussions and approve the pending minutes.