The Alamance County Commissioners held a public hearing on June 2, 2025, to discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026. A significant focus of the meeting was the impact of budget decisions on local libraries, as highlighted by a representative from the Alamance County Friends of the Library.

During the hearing, the representative emphasized the deep-rooted connection between the library system and the community, noting that the Friends of the Library has supported local libraries for 40 years. They expressed concerns about potential changes to the library system and how these changes could affect vital programs and services that benefit residents across the county.

The representative detailed various initiatives supported by the library, including WiFi access through a bookmark program and a mobile library service that has made 235 stops throughout the county. They also mentioned the library's involvement in local events, such as farmers markets and health fairs, which aim to promote public library resources and services.

The upcoming summer reading program and the Alamance Reeves initiative were highlighted as key community events, with an invitation extended to commissioners to participate. The representative raised questions about how proposed budget cuts might affect these programs and the staff's ability to serve different library locations effectively.

In conclusion, the discussion underscored the importance of the library system in Alamance County and the potential consequences of budgetary decisions on community engagement and access to resources. The commissioners are expected to consider these factors as they finalize the budget in the coming weeks.