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Public testifies against reappointment of two library trustees over labor concerns
Summary
Speakers at the Howard County Council hearing urged the council to reject or ask for withdrawal of reappointments to the Library Board of Trustees, accusing the board and administration of anti-union actions and poor treatment of library staff.
Several members of the public urged the Howard County Council to oppose the reappointment of Library Board trustees Philip Dodge and Kelly L. Smith (Council Resolution 133-2025 and related reappointments). Speakers said the trustees and library leadership had exhibited anti‑union behavior and had acted in ways that harmed library employees.
Nicole Dvorak testified she was…
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