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Elk County Register of Deeds finds mold on canvas-covered books, deploys dehumidifier
Summary
Register of Deeds Stephanie Ollenborger reported 39 instruments recorded in July 2025 with deposits of $1,395.25 and said there has been mold found on canvas-covered books; she said she cleaned the books and set up a dehumidifier.
Stephanie Ollenborger, Elk County Register of Deeds, presented her July 2025 report at the Aug. 11 meeting. She reported 39 instruments recorded in July with a total deposit of $1,395.25.
Ollenborger said staff discovered mold on the office's canvas-covered records. "Ms. Ollenborger stated there has been mold found on the canvass covered books in her office," the minutes record; she reported that she has cleaned the books and set up a dehumidifier to address the problem.
The minutes do not state whether the county will pursue professional conservation, whether records were digitized, or if the mold affected record legibility. County staff may need to provide further detail on preservation steps and any potential records replacement costs.
