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Board sets sights on April 12 open house for Duchesne branch reopening
Summary
Board discussed timing, scale and logistics for a Duchesne branch open house or ribbon-cutting; members favored an open house on April 12 with local refreshments and community invitations.
The Duchesne County Library Board discussed plans for a reopening celebration for the Duchesne branch scheduled for April, and at the Feb. 18 meeting members identified April 12 as a preferred date for an open house.
Board members debated whether to host a ribbon cutting or an open house, coordinate with the Chamber of Commerce and other building occupants (senior center, USU extension), and whether to close the Roosevelt branch for the day to encourage attendance. Staff recalled past events — including a larger Roosevelt celebration that drew about 600 people — and said they expect a smaller turnout in Duchesne and suggested refreshments, a storyteller or local entertainment and the use of local vendors for mementos if budget allows.
Members discussed logistics including timing (mid-morning start), the likelihood of continuing work in other parts of the shared building, and the desirability of keeping the ceremony brief while ensuring staff and donors are thanked. No budget or formal sponsorships were approved at the meeting; staff said they would coordinate with the senior center and USU extension and report back with a detailed plan.
Ending: Board members tentatively favored an April 12 open house and asked staff to finalize logistics and vendor options and to report back at the next meeting.
