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Children’s-room computer damaged by roof leak; library to replace several outdated machines

Washington Public Library Board of Trustees · February 26, 2026
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Summary

The library reported a roof leak caused by ice buildup that damaged a children's-room computer; maintenance responded and the computer will not be replaced immediately because of low usage. Separately, Director Heidi Kaiden said three other computers are outdated and pose security risks and a purchase order will be submitted.

The House Committee reported that a roof leak caused by ice buildup damaged a computer in the children’s room. Staff learned of the problem after children alerted them; Jonathan arranged for maintenance personnel to address and resolve the leak and damage, the minutes state.

Director Heidi Kaiden told trustees three computers elsewhere in the library require replacement because they are outdated and pose a security risk; the library will submit a purchase order for replacements. Kaiden said the children's-room computer will not be replaced immediately because its low usage made replacement not cost-effective at this time.

No specific cost figures or replacement timeline were included in the minutes. The board did not vote on immediate replacement funding during the Feb. 26 meeting.