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Library trustee applicant interviews spotlight concerns over safety, Wi‑Fi hours and bookmobile service
Summary
Applicants interviewed for a library trustee vacancy praised the system's services but raised concerns about safety and unsanctioned use of library grounds, continuous Wi‑Fi access after hours, cuts to the bookmobile and the need to preserve children's access to library programming.
The Board of Commissioners hosted interviews with applicants for a vacancy on the regional library board and heard public comment and questions that focused on library safety, hours of Wi‑Fi access and reductions to outreach services.
One applicant, Sally Stetson, told commissioners she is a long‑time educator and a lifelong library user and said the library's programs — from story hours to digital lending and park‑based events — are valuable community…
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