Trustees plan grounds cleanup, propose volunteer 'adopt-a-section' for library landscaping

Trustees discussed a planned town-led cleanup of shrubbery and planting beds around the library and a volunteer approach to long-term maintenance. Committee member (Speaker 3) reported that "the town is going to do this work out here for us," noting the plan includes removing invasive plants and installing heavy-duty weed block, and suggested dividing the area into small sections volunteers could adopt.

Members debated surface options (gravel, mulch) and fire-safety concerns about having stones around public buildings. Chair (Speaker 2) and other trustees encouraged volunteers and adoption of sections to maintain the beds, with one trustee suggesting the library could supply mulch if volunteers commit to upkeep. The board accepted the director's report outlining these items during its routine business.