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Waco-McLennan County Library asks county for 20% share, requests $1.35 million for FY26
Summary
Waco McLennan County Library officials presented circulation and budget data and asked McLennan County to increase its contribution to a 20% baseline, requesting $1,350,000 for fiscal year 2026 to reflect county residents' usage of library services.
Library leaders told the McLennan County commissioners court on July 1 that county residents account for a substantial share of library use and asked the county to fund 20% of the library system's operating budget, including cost allocations, a request they calculated at $1,350,000 for fiscal 2026.
Roberto Zapata, director of library and culture enrichment for the City of Waco, joined by Deputy City Manager Deidre Emerson, told commissioners the Waco McLennan County Library System operates four public branches and provides digital and in-person services across the…
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