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Public objections over library content lead Nogales council to table Mary Darling appointment
Summary
Public speakers raised concerns about a nominee’s political affiliation and perceived influence on library children’s programming; council tabled the appointment and requested the library board explain its selection process.
The Nogales City Council on July 2 delayed action on appointing Mary Darling to the Nogales–Santa Cruz County Public Library board after multiple members of the public urged the council to reconsider the nomination.
Several residents spoke during the public-comment period, asking the council to reject the appointment or to provide time for broader community input. Marco Antonio Flores, who identified himself during public comment, praised Darling’s past service but said he opposed her nomination because of what he described as her political party’s positions and a perceived risk that that influence could affect library acquisitions and children’s…
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