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Duchesne County Library Board highlights strategic-plan progress, VITA assistance and state award
Summary
Board members reviewed progress on the 2024–2026 strategic plan, reported that the VITA program completed 61 tax returns (up from 40) and noted roughly $50,000 returned to residents through a federal program; the board also acknowledged a $2,000 donation from Crusoe Energy Solutions and a 2024 Quality Library Award from the Utah State Library.
Unidentified Speaker 2 summarized the board’s progress on the Duchesne County Library 2024–2026 strategic plan, explaining that items marked green are achieved, yellow are in progress and red are not completed; the plan will be adjusted and work continued into 2025 where needed.
VITA tax assistance and community impact: Unidentified Speaker 2 reported that the library’s VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program completed 61 returns during the last year (up from 40 in a prior year) and said about $50,000 was returned to residents via the federal program discussed. Board members described the VITA service as a significant community service, especially for residents who do not file tax returns otherwise.
Donations and recognition: Unidentified Speaker 2 announced receipt of a $2,000 donation and several books from Crusoe Energy Solutions (Colorado) and said the board had sent a donor thank-you letter and planned social-media recognition. The board also read a letter from the Utah State Library recognizing the Duchesne County Library System with the 2024 Quality Library Award, which the state described as an acknowledgement of exemplary outreach, leadership and services beyond standard recertification requirements.
Board remarks and next steps: Members praised staff and said recent in‑person gestures had improved morale; the board confirmed its next meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 21 at the Roosevelt branch at 4:30 (time as stated in the meeting). The board adjourned at 5:58 p.m.
The meeting record contains no formal vote on strategic-plan items during this session; discussion focused on status updates and recognition.
