Littleton Library Board Debates Age-Based Game Borrowing Policy

Overview: The Littleton Library Board of Trustees convened to discuss several issues, with the most contentious being the age-based game borrowing policy. The policy, which could potentially allow minors to check out gaming consoles without parental consent, sparked a debate among board members regarding the language of the policy and the role of library staff in determining what materials a child may use.

Newbury Library Board Discusses Freedom of Information Request and HVAC System Delays

Overview: The Newbury Library Board convened recently to address a variety of issues, including a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request affecting multiple town departments and the status of ongoing building projects, particularly the delayed HVAC system upgrade.

Whately Library Board Addresses Misrepresented ADA Compliance Visit

Overview: The Whately Library Board’s recent meeting unveiled a concerning incident involving an individual who posed as an ADA compliance advisor but was later found to be unaffiliated with any official agency. This revelation was among the top concerns at a meeting that covered a variety of topics, including library finances, maintenance issues, and future programming.

Old Bridge Library Board Deliberates on Website and Infrastructure Upgrades

Overview: The Old Bridge Library Board of Trustees recently convened to address multiple operational concerns, including the need for a website overhaul and server upgrades to prevent potential disruptions to library services. Detailed scrutiny of the hiring process, budgetary constraints, and transparency in decision-making also featured prominently in the discussions.

Franklin Library Board Faces Construction Woes and Director’s Raise

Overview: The Franklin Township Public Library Board of Trustees addressed issues regarding ongoing construction complications and approved a substantial salary increase for the Library Director during their latest meeting conducted via Zoom. The Board also received a resignation letter from a long-standing trustee, Iris Kizling, effective July 1st, 2024.