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Library seeks restoration of $50,000 for part-time wages; BET recommends smaller immediate action

2956135 · March 20, 2025
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Library Director Cheryl requested restoration of $50,000 cut from part-time staffing and presented market comparisons; BET finance staff recommended holding recommendation at $671,000 with potential targeted adjustments and a year-long market analysis.

Cheryl (library director) asked the Board of Estimate and Taxation on March 20 to restore $50,000 to the library—s part-time wage line and presented market comparisons showing Norwalk—s part-time pay lagging regional norms for degreed librarians and custodial staff.

She said the library operates seven days a week, provides passport services and hotspot lending and…

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