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Resident criticizes Library Board’s handling of Community Corner Pantry

Floyd County Commissioners & Floyd County Council Joint Meeting · May 15, 2026

Summary

A resident, Andrew Raker, criticized the Library Board for not engaging community partners on the Community Corner Pantry, expressing a lack of trust; Commissioner Frank Loop responded that county appointees attend library board meetings and communicate.

During public comment, resident Andrew Raker of 3813 Dogwood Road raised concerns about the Community Corner Pantry and the Library Board’s response to community needs. Raker criticized the Library Board for not contacting local community partners who could help fill service gaps and said the situation has created mistrust between community members and the trustees.

"It is frustrating to know the community partners that are around to pick up the slack were not contacted by the Library Board to help make up the need," Raker said. Commissioner Frank Loop responded that county appointees attend library board meetings regularly and maintain communication with trustees.

The minutes record the exchange but do not indicate any immediate administrative action in response to the remarks; the meeting then adjourned. The transcript does not include follow-up obligations or a timeline for the library board to address the concerns voiced by Raker.

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