We’ve heard different dates for the beginning of construction of Project NepTWNE at Blasco Library from different sources. Unfortunately, as per the norm, there has been no transparency from the county executive or Gannon. Suffice it to say that judging from the rearranging of library resources that have taken place in the last few weeks,Continue reading “KOLP Statement on Construction at Blasco Library”
Tag Archives: Brenton Davis
Book Lover’s Sale
Support the OG supporter of the library, and get yourself some books! The dates of the Friends of the Erie County Public Library Book Lover’s Sale are the following:Thursday, February 13 10 AM – 6 PMFriday, February 14 10 AM – 4 PMSaturday, February 15 9AM – 3PM “A room without books is like aContinue reading “Book Lover’s Sale”
Coming Attractions
We had a great editors’ meeting last night to fine-tune the first episode of the documentary. This has been created by 2nd State Films at no cost to KOLP. Here’s the trailer, and watch this space for details about the public premier. “An original idea. That can’t be too hard. The library must be fullContinue reading “Coming Attractions”
Are You a Good Employer?, Part 2
Imagine repeatedly ending up in court because you refuse to follow the rules of your job. Erie County Council considers new lawsuit against Davis to thwart ‘illegal’ 2025 vetoes And then when you lose, refusing to accept it. Sound familiar? Erie County Executive Davis appeals ruling that nullified his budget vetoes You probably wouldn’t lastContinue reading “Are You a Good Employer?, Part 2”
Coincidence?
Some of you might remember that the Lettie G Howard was scheduled for removal from its dock space on May 17, 2024. Lettie G. Howard’s captain hopeful ship remains in Erie, Tall Ships gets more support A Right to Know Request email with that same date was discovered discussing Project NepTWNE with Gannon professors andContinue reading “Coincidence?”
Continuing to Stay Engaged
It was announced during City Council Meeting – January 8, 2025 that there would be a waiver of rules to fill vacant spots for appointments to the Higher Education Building Authority (HEBA), since Gannon needs a tax-exempt bond to be issued for an upcoming project, and they didn’t want to have their timeline held upContinue reading “Continuing to Stay Engaged”
The Waiting Game
If you are wondering why you haven’t seen more progression in the lawsuit, so are we. The county executive asked for an extension of the discovery period due to the “snow emergency,” and then missed the extended deadline. The funny thing is, this week he announced his re-election campaign. Correction, he announced that he wouldContinue reading “The Waiting Game”
Davis is now 0 and 2
The county executive has settled a lawsuit with whistleblower Shawn Held who was fired after reporting on the food quality at the Edmund L. Thomas: Worker claimed Erie County executive fired him unjustly. Whistleblower lawsuit is settled. You might remember that last week a judge ruled that the county executive’s vetoes violated the Home RuleContinue reading “Davis is now 0 and 2”
Make a New Year’s Resolution
Make you new year’s resolution to spread the word! So many people either still haven’t heard about the lease of Blasco Library to Gannon University, or they assume that KOLP went away when Erie County failed to override the veto. Let people know that we are continuing our fight with our lawsuit! How? Happy NewContinue reading “Make a New Year’s Resolution”
Your End of the Year Contribution
At the risk of sounding like someone on public radio, I’d like to remind you that the year is almost over, and so is your chance to make a contribution that can be deducted from your 2024 income tax. So there is no confusion, there is only one way to make your contribution tax deductible–donatingContinue reading “Your End of the Year Contribution”
Keep Our Library Public! 