Daggett County commissioners back conditional support for county library bookmobile

The Daggett County Commission on March 31 heard a presentation from the county library on its Little Library Express program and agreed to a conditional commitment to partner on a dedicated bookmobile if funding is found. A library representative said the route launched in October, now serves seven locations, and has recorded 55 visits and 221 total visitors systemwide, with Dutch John showing particularly strong attendance.

The presenter outlined a capital request: "What I am asking for is, an initial one‑time capital partnership contribution to get the bookmobile in production. I would like $30,000," she said. She described the full vehicle as likely costing roughly $340,000–$370,000 depending on vendor and noted that founding partners would have input on services and vehicle branding. The board discussed verifying residency rules for second‑homeowners, potential use of Tourism Recreation (TRT) funds, town and school participation, and operating estimates including staff travel (~$11,000) and fuel/maintenance. After discussion a commissioner moved that the county support option A — a $30,000 one‑time investment and a $15,000 first‑year annual contribution — contingent on the county identifying funding; the motion carried by voice vote. The librarian said the program will continue whether Daggett participates or not, but formal partnership would expand services to four monthly stops and a permanent rotating collection with Wi‑Fi.

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