Library Question Rejected By Big Margin

Voters rejected the library project by more than 1,000 votes.

The question was defeated in every precinct. The vote totals were: 2,533 no to 1,491 yes. These numbers could change slightly when all hand counts are in.

“We’re disappointed,’’ said Henry Poler, a member of the Library Board of Trustees. “But it’s a resounding no, and that’s the town’s wish.’’

Poler said he was surprised by the vote but said “the real surprise will be when the town will be asked to spend the same’’ amount of money to make the building accessible to the handicapped and to make other required fixes.

Library trustee Judith Meichelbeck said the issue now goes “back to the drawing board.’’

In a prepared statement, library trustee Dana Wilson said that “the voters have spoken and we accept their decision to turn down their state grant. We want to thank the many supporters who have worked tirelessly to help the current library solve its many problems.’’

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