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Lancaster Public Library asks council to back $1M local-share application, highlights growing use since relocation
Summary
Library leaders briefed council on increasing program attendance, internet and device access, the new mobile library and requested city authorization for a Commonwealth Local Share Account application up to $1,000,000 to buy and renovate the Book Resort property.
The Lancaster Public Library presented its 2026 budget priorities and requested council’s authorization to apply for up to $1,000,000 in Commonwealth Local Share Account (LSA) funding to purchase and renovate the Book Resort property at 225 North Marshall Street.
John Heinway, director of donor advising for the library, told council the library’s mission is “to inspire, empower, and strengthen our community by connecting people with information, ideas, and enriching experiences.” He said nearly 46% of city residents hold library cards, the library provided 80,000 public-computer or…
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