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Westfield Washington Public Library seeks $2 million in capital projects and three‑year growth appeal
Summary
The library asked the council to approve a three‑year growth appeal and binding review of its 2026 budget to fund capital projects including an outdoor classroom, land acquisition for a future branch, and an expanded makerspace.
The Westfield Washington Public Library asked the city council Tuesday for a three‑year growth appeal and a binding review of its 2026 budget to fund capital projects and staffing additions. Library director Cheryl Sollers told the council the board unanimously approved the appeal on Sept. 10 and cited rapid usage growth since the new 43,000‑square‑foot building opened in June 2024. Why it matters: Sollers said the library has seen record growth in card registrations, visits and circulation and needs both operating and capital support to maintain service levels and reduce circulation wait times for digital and print materials. Sollers said the library has issued 5,593…
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