Despite throwing a fit about not getting enough credit for the library in Hendersonville for which the County provides some funds, County Commissioners are now exploring the idea of just giving the Hendersonville Public Library to the City of Hendersonville.
The building is recorded on the books of both entities -- which gives both an audit finding in annual state audits. The City provides maintenance funds, including grounds keeping, and does significant work at the library. However, the County provides staff salaries and pays for some books, at a total cost of around $500,000 a year. Significant private funds were raised to even build the facility in Hendersonville and some citizens consistently clamor for longer hours and more services at the library.
It's not clear whether the City is able or willing to absorb the cost of taking full control of the library or if the City could improve library operations. Commission Chair Merrol Hyde would like the issue to be resolved by July 1st, however, in order to avoid an audit finding in the 2013-14 budget year.
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