Appleton Public Library celebrated after reopening; council approves 2026 library budget

Nov 1, 2025

Council approved the library's 2026 budget after a presentation highlighting the library's reopening, a Wisconsin Library of the Year award, strong usage statistics since Feb. 15, and planned operational priorities including sustainability and possible solar array additions.

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The committee approved the Appleton Public Library's 2026 budget after a presentation by Director Orpett detailing high usage since the facility reopened in February and recognition as the Wisconsin Library of the Year.

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