Posted 3/11/2024, 12:33:00 PM
North Shelby Library Board Opposes Bill Allowing Politicians to Control Appointments, Fearing Efforts to Restrict Book Choices
- Bill would allow AL politicians to appoint North Shelby Library board members instead of resident election
- Library is a nonprofit mostly funded by local residents, not typical city/county control
- Politicians backing bill haven't commented; board fears effort to control collections
- Library usage signals community support, no fears of indoctrination
- Board opposes potential government interference with rights to choose library books