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Commissioners rename Fairview Library community room to honor Annie Clark Ager

5604929 · August 20, 2025
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Summary

By unanimous vote the board approved renaming the community room at the Fairview Library to honor longtime Fairview community volunteer Annie Clark Ager.

The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners approved a request to rename the community room at the Fairview Library in honor of Annie Clark Ager.

Jason Hyatt, speaking for the library system, said the request follows county naming policy and was recommended by the Friends of the Fairview Library. Becky Stone, a Fairview resident and friend of the library, described Annie Ager's decades of community service, citing her contributions to local youth programming, preservation of community spaces and consistent volunteer support for library services. "I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this honor," Stone said.

Board action: A motion to approve the renaming carried unanimously at the meeting. Commissioners who spoke in support cited Ager's long-term community involvement.

Ending: Staff will notify the Friends of the Fairview Library and update facility signage and records to reflect the new community-room name.