Asche, Flint are best picks for library board

I’ve been a supporter of the East Bonner County Library for almost three decades. I was appointed to the board of trustees in the mid-’90s and served in that position during the planning and construction of the new building on Division and Cedar. I also was appointed to fill a vacancy as we entered the planning phase for the addition to that building in the mid-20teens. My ties to the library are many and deep.

The library has faced some bumps along the road but, with the trustees and the directors working closely together, we have managed to provide this community with outstanding service to the entire community. Throughout the years it is the conscientious dedication by the individual trustees — an unpaid position — that has met those needs and demands.

I’ve had the privilege of serving with Jeanine Asche and Amy Flint and both have proven to be dedicated and conscientious in the performance of their duties. Their expertise, accumulated knowledge and wisdom are a significant part of what makes this library work. To lose either of these people would be to the detriment of the entire community. I’m voting to retain Jeanine and Amy on the library board this May 18 and you should, too.

GIL BEYER

Sandpoint