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Fargo library director warns of possible 2026 cuts after city projects $6.5 million shortfall

5417864 · June 17, 2025
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Fargo Public Library Director Tim told the board June 17 that preliminary city estimates show a roughly $6.5 million shortfall in the 2026 budget and said the city has indicated significant cuts will be required; no specific library reductions were proposed at the meeting.

Tim, Fargo Public Library director, told the board June 17 that the city and state were still finalizing revenue projections for the 2026 budget and that preliminary estimates showed "a deficit around $6,500,000" that will require cuts.

The board heard that city leaders are reviewing department requests and…

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