Library Trustees Approve Contracts, Accept Donations Amid Director Resignation
Leach Library Trustees approve three contract renewals and staff development spending. The board voted unanimously to renew database services through EBSCO at $1,369.40, irrigation services for $300, and library association staff memberships for $705. Trustees also accepted $1,278.90 in
Leach Library Trustees · Meeting of January 7, 2026
NH LONDONDERRY — Leach Library Trustees approve three contract renewals and staff development spending. The board voted unanimously to renew database services through EBSCO at $1,369.40, irrigation services for $300, and library association staff memberships for $705. Trustees also accepted $1,278.90 in unanticipated donations from community sources and approved closure on April 9, 2026, for staff development with lunch funding up to $500.
The meeting included Director Erin Matlin's letter of resignation and an extended public comment period raising concerns about board conduct and library management.
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Source: the Leach Library Trustees meeting of January 7, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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