Library director reports summer programming, mural and modest budget request as digital borrowing climbs

Mar 13, 2026

Library director Jason highlighted One Book One Buncombe programming and a postponed mural, said staff development will close branches May 7, and reported a modest budget increase request; county staff also reported adult digital circulation is about 50%.

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Jason, the library director, gave the board a run-through of upcoming programs, facility updates and budget priorities, and board members pressed staff about rising digital use.

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