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COUNCIL TABLES VOTE ON LIBRARY BOND ISSUE

(Richmond, IN)--Wayne County Council on Wednesday night addressed a bond issue that could well determine whether or not Morrisson-Reeves Library is able to stay indefinitely in its current location in Uptown Richmond.  Council is considering a bond issuance of more than $18 million to make needed repairs and updates to the 50-year-old building.  Recently, an assessment found falling bricks, a lack of ADA accessibility, and failures of mechanical and electrical systems.  Despite all of that, supporters talked about the library’s importance.  "As one of the cornerstones of Richmond's downtown, and of a strong and vibrant Wayne County community, we believe the role Morrisson Reeves Library plays in this community is indispensible," said Jennifer Lewis, the Library Board’s president.  Wednesday night, Council opted to table the issue and form an ad hoc committee to take a closer look at funding options.  There is no specific timetable for the issue to come back before council.