News From Indiana says The boards that oversee public libraries throughout Indiana could face more scrutiny under legislation being reviewed by the Indiana General Assembly, including rules that would require appointed board members to answer to elected officials.
State Rep. Bob Alderman sought a similar change in 2002 after the Allen County Public Library, through its seven-member appointed board, passed an $84.1 million project that overhauls the main library and 11 branch libraries. The project was financed with bonds, raising taxes for property owners.
“I’m tired of taking the rap for people who can approve whatever they want and don’t have to answer to anybody,” said Alderman, R-Fort Wayne, whose proposal was voted down by the House.
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