By Dan Spalding
News Now Warsaw
WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library unexpectedly closed on Monday due to mechanical problems.
The announcement was posted on the library’s Facebook page, and it was unclear how soon it would reopen.
The closing comes just seven weeks after the library unsuccessfully lobbied for support from Warsaw City Council for a $17 million bond needed for extensive mechanical repairs and renovations.
Library officials have seen a mounting number of ongoing and looming mechanical issues, but City Council turned down the request amid a growing backlash from some taxpayers.
The 4-3 vote against the bond leaves the library without a chance to seek any bond for two years and the board, along with Warsaw Friends of the Library are seeking donations for future capital improvements.
Just days ago, the library received a $50,000 donation from an existing fund at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.
Library Director Heather Barron, who spent two years working on the renovation plan, announced her resignation days after city council defeated the request.
