If combining the jobs of library director and museum director is an economic decision for the county, it’s difficult to see where there would be substantial cost savings. If the conversation is enriching cultural and educational opportunities by integrating the programs and services offered by the library and the museum, let’s get the community talking. The impending retirement of Douglas County Library Director Max Leek has the county evaluating whether it could consolidate functions. The uncertain economic future of the county makes that a necessity each time there’s a departure. Other departments appear to have been combined successfully, so why …



