Paulding County Carnegie Library
The John Paulding Historical Society has partnered with the Paulding County Carnegie Library since its establishment in 1977. The libraries’ assistance throughout the years has helped to make the JPHS museum what it is today.
Paulding County’s library system is the premier asset of our County. I challenge anyone to point to an agency that provides more education, community service, cultural programming, and serves 100% of the population.
The library levy supports five full service locations in Paulding County providing the residents with a better quality of life in addition to hourly wage jobs. Each branch employs two people. A small rural town with a library is the thread that weaves the fabric of our community.
Our library board, which is appointed by our Judge of Common Pleas, has historically consisted of our county’s most respectable citizens of highest of integrity, representing all areas of our county. They have been good stewards of our tax payer money by investing to provide for the libraries’ future. To ensure that generations to come will enjoy and treasure our historical Paulding County Carnegie Library system.
And while other services and amenities in Paulding County have been declining, our libraries have continued to improve their quality of service and with new and free programs, such as being able to check out DVDs to save our family dollars while still being able to watch a popular movie. Those who cannot afford a computer of their own come to the library – to check e-mail, apply for jobs, fill out government forms, etc.
Our Library Director has not only maintained the integrity of our historical building by improving it inside and out, but has brought programs and events to our county that we would otherwise not have available to us. From nationally known authors to the last known Holocaust survivor in Indiana our library has consistently sponsored high-quality programs.
Susan Hill Pieper is not “just” a county librarian. She brings with her over 30 years of experience. She is also the marketing director for our libraries and their communities. She administers our library’s web which is a wonderful resource and includes information about the county’s history, notable citizens and other unique features. She developed one of the state’s most undeniably effective community outreach programs which is our Bookmobile. Something Paulding County should be very proud of!
I believe you get what you pay for and I say “job well done”!
Kim K. Sutton
