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Government · Library

Library board weighs safety panel and bylaw review

The Worcester library board discussed a safety committee and a bylaws review but formed no committee, and approved the January minutes.

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In this report: Key decisions · Next dates · Full report · Sources

What happened

The board discussed forming a safety and security ad hoc committee after rising incidents, but no committee was created. Jason reported a third security guard is still unhired after the top candidate took another job, and staff reviewed about 30 later applications. The board previewed a redesigned website that must launch before April 24 and backed a book-recommendation feature, and the board approved the Jan. 28 minutes unanimously.

Key decisions

  • 📜 Board discusses forming safety and security ad hoc committee. The board discussed the proposed committee but did not create it. Members who want to serve were asked to email the president or Jason. Read case details
  • ● Board approves Jan. 28 minutes. The board approved the January 28 minutes. (Vote unanimous). Read case details

Next dates

  • April 24: Website must launch before this date

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