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Gilmanton NH News

February 25, 2009

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Letter

The Forgotten Library


As everyone talks about the Year Round Library in Gilmanton, I believe they have lost sight of the existing libraries.  Because I am not familiar with the Iron Works or Lower libraries, I will only comment on the Corner Public Library.


When I moved to town 3 years ago the Corner Public library was one of the first places I went.  I have to admit I was not thrilled because it seemed crowded, unorganized, and smelled musty.  But being a library person, I went back.  Soon, I noticed changes: the musty smell was gone, the crowding decreased, library cards were issued, Dewy organization appeared, and new adult and children’s books were purchased.


Additionally, a group of dedicated ladies were and are working hard to make the Corner Public Library a better place. Hours have increased to include Wednesdays and Saturdays during the winter, two stoves keep the place warm for browsing, displays on the main table are changed monthly, and more hours are available over the summer months. 


Last summer these women took on the task of raising money to replace some of the bookcases.  They would like to insulate, purchase a phone, and increase the collection.  They would like to have an increase in their budget from the town, but they know that times are tough.


So, if you have not stopped by the Corner Public Library at the entrance to the Town Offices, drop in on Wednesday from 3-5 or Saturday from 10-12 and see the improvements, get a library card, check out a book, and/or volunteer your time.


Diana McElwee
Linda Hudzier

 


 

Meet The Candidates Night


Meet the Candidates Night is being hosted by the Student Leadership Team of the Gilmanton School on Tuesday, March 3. The event will take place in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Gilmanton School beginning at 6:30 p.m. This is a good opportunity for the candidates to get their message across to the voters. It is also an opportunity for the students to learn more about the functioning of their town.


Light refreshments will be served after the formal presentations to allow time to interact with fellow members of the community.”


Thank You for your consideration. If there are any questions, please contact me via e-mail or by phone at 527-1007.


 

Letter To The Editor


To The Editor:
I would like to voice my support for the Gilmanton Year ‘Round Library project. My reasons are twofold. First of all, I was fortunate to grow up in a family where education and reading were among the top priorities. That background enabled me to seek higher education and pursue a career that I truly enjoy. It also broadened my horizons and fostered a thirst for travel and adventure. I would love for others to be similarly inspired. The Year ‘Round Library will provide access to books and computers that might not otherwise be readily accessible for many people in our community.


My second reason for supporting the Library stems from concern about literacy skills. When reviewing job applications and reading e-mails, the grammatical and spelling errors are numerous. There are many avenues to improve literacy. I believe that the library will be one more important piece of the puzzle.


We are all keenly aware of the economic crisis at this time. Financially supporting the Year ‘Round Library may seem daunting to many of us. However, it concerns me to hear negative comments about the project. The folks who initiated this project are providing a gift to our community and we should applaud their efforts. I urge residents to offer their support for continuation of this project to whatever extent is possible.


Respectfully,
Chris Schlegel
Gilmanton, NH

 


 

Letter


When the movement to bring a year-around library to Gilmanton began ten years ago, I volunteered to assist. After a month, I decided to withdraw as the leader of this group was single-minded in asserting that only a new building should be considered while I was of the opinion that it made sense to retrofit existing Town property. The end result was not only foreseeable but was in fact foreseen: the costs of operating this building would not likely be borne by voluntary and ongoing contributions but would instead accrue to the taxpayers. Gilmanton should do more for its youth. Recreational and educational facilities supervised by adults can be offered at a fraction of the cost of operating the library by bringing together computers and volunteers in space that is already Town property. Involving the police department to interface positively with children and young adults would also be helpful. Several years ago when I suggested this to Selectmen and offered to pay for the computers the response was that I should help form a committee, a wooden suggestion easy to ignore. This is not just a matter of principle but also of affordability. A slight initial operating budget will surely grow once it is established that it is the duty of the taxpayer to fund the operating costs of the library. There are hardworking people living in Gilmanton who cannot afford current taxes much less an increased amount now and the promise of more later. Elderly folks are genuinely perplexed as to what they can do to cope with the cost of living and ever increasing taxes. Against this backdrop the question of what to say to the well-meaning and highly motivated individuals who brought this issue to the people of the Town becomes clear: regretfully, no.


Richard B. Burchell
Gilmanton Iron Works

 

 

 

 











 
 

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