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West Chester Library reports rising use, new revenue initiatives and facility planning
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Library Director Maggie Stanton told council the regional library serves more than 53,000 people, saw nearly 18% cardholder growth and expanded programming; the library seeks municipal support for operations and has a structural assessment budgeted for 2026.
Maggie Stanton, director of the West Chester Library, presented the library’s annual report to the borough council on Nov. 18, saying the library serves a service area of about 53,000 people across seven municipalities and has seen nearly an 18% increase in cardholders.
Stanton said the library recorded more than 140,000 checkouts in 2024 and reported substantial…
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