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Library board keeps budget request flat; council approves $1.20 million operating ask after debate

5778135 · September 17, 2025
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Summary

The Hooksett Town Council approved the public library's $1,201,633 operating budget after trustees described completed flood repairs and argued cuts already made to staff hours and programs.

The Hooksett Town Council voted to approve the Hooksett Public Library's operating budget for fiscal 2026'27 at $1,201,633 following a detailed presentation from the library board and director.

Board chair Sandra Mack and Director Heather Rainier told the council the library's recent renovation work following past flood damage is complete; the library used insurance, trust funds and fundraising (including a TD Bank affinity…

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