Ilsley Public Library — a Middlebury treasure — deserves the support of town residents when we vote on a bonding proposal to expand and renovate its century-old building on Main Street. The shortcomings of the present structure include moisture problems in the basement, heating/cooling deficiencies, elevator and building code issues, and inadequate accessibility. Many programs serving children, tweens, teens, and adults have simply outgrown the building’s capacity. Just addressing the maintenance needs woul … (read more)
