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Aug 21, 2026

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Library Plans Community Kitchen Opening

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 9, 2026

Library Credit Card Compliance Restored

The library reported that it corrected credit card transactions after an audit found an approval issue in its software, bringing the process into compliance. Conference room rentals have reached 75% of the projected annual revenue, helping offset lower kitchen revenue.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jun 11, 2026

Board Rejects Special Library Program Request

The board declined to waive its programming policy for an eight-week beginner violin lesson series, including free room use, staff administration, and instrument storage.

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Briefing

May 7, 2026

Library Board Reviews Services and Budget

The board tabled reconsideration of a previously discussed book until its next meeting because two board members were absent. Library officials reported that community and kitchen rental operations are generating revenue but running over budget for repairs, maintenance, supplies, and staff time.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Apr 16, 2026

Library Board Approves Materials Policy

The board approved proposed changes to the Materials Selection Policy. The director also reported that the library is excluding materials generated by artificial intelligence from its collection, while Sunday library hours remain under consideration at an estimated cost of $115,000.

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Briefing

Mar 12, 2026

Library Considers AI Materials Policy

The board directed staff to draft a materials-selection policy stating that the library will not accept materials generated by artificial intelligence for review at the next meeting. The director also reported that adding Sunday hours would cost more than $100,000 annually, while use of the new building has increased 150% despite staffing being reduced by 0.5 full-time equivalent.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 12, 2026

Library Board Reviews Budget and Services

Opening the library for Sunday service would cost an estimated $140,000 annually and require additional staff; the City Council is considering the proposal. The board also reported that January conference room rental revenue was nearly $8,000 against a $4,000 monthly target.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

Library Plans Community Kitchen Opening

Opening the library kitchen is a top 2026 priority, but it still awaits a city fire inspection and completion of the rental agreement. The library plans to begin with one renter per weekday shift and one Saturday morning shift, then expand operations.

2 min readMunicipal coverage