SNOW HILL, Md. — The Worcester County Library is planning to replace the aging shelves at its Snow Hill branch, which have been in place since the library first opened in 1975. The 50-year-old shelves have begun to show signs of wear, with the structure no longer functioning as effectively as it once did. Over time, the shelves have become worn and less stable. As books have grown heavier, the shelves have started to buckle and tilt under the weight. To address this issue, the library plans to install completely new shelves, with an estimated cost of nearly $200,000 for materials and labor. The town of Snow Hill has a library-dedicated fund that may cover a portion of this cost. The library has some reserve funds set aside for the project and plans to raise additional funds through a fundraiser in June. A request for approximately $109,000 from the town’s dedicated fund has been made, and town leaders are expected to discuss the request at their meeting next Tuesday.
