Resident urges reopening of Drake Learning Center at Cornelius Library
Summary
A Cornelius resident urged council to reopen the Drake Learning Center at the public library, citing its value for youth literacy and technology; staff said the space is currently used for scheduled programming and that hiring and safety concerns are limiting general access.
Angel Nicolas Mendez, a Cornelius resident, told the City Council on March 16 that the Drake Learning Center (DLC) at the Cornelius Library should be reopened for broader community use to support reading, math and technology programs for youth.
Council members and staff acknowledged the concern. Staff said the DLC is primarily used for scheduled programming rather than general access and raised staffing shortages and recent facility issues as reasons the space is not open for walk-in use. City staff said efforts are underway to hire additional staff and that the city is exploring volunteer support while balancing liability and equipment-safety concerns.
No formal action was taken at the March 16 meeting. Councilors and staff discussed options such as expanding scheduled programming, adjusting access hours, and pursuing volunteer assistance; staff will follow up with details as hiring and safety reviews progress.
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