6/10/14 - Summer is here and schools out - an apparent recipe for vandalism at the Pinckney Community Public Library. The Pinckney Village Council met Monday night, where it was stated that the library continually suffers incidents of vandalism. The drop box appears to be a target as the vandals have been pouring energy drinks down it, resulting in damaged books and videos. Kids are suspected since the incidents have coincided with the summer recess from school. The library is located next to the Veterans Park, which is somewhat secluded, so officials feel that could be a lure, coupled with boredom. Pinckney Police Chief Jeff Newton told WHMI vandalism was reported just last weekend and it was also the start of summer vacation for school kids. He says theyâll be paying special attention to the area and building with heightened patrols. Despite the inconvenience for patrons, Newton says they suggested the library start locking the drop box, which it is doing. He's also recommended a surveillance system installed as soon as possible. He says the Pinckney Library has a millage proposal on the August ballot and some of that funding, if successful, would be designated toward a security cameras. (JM)
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