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Libraries, RSVP and tourism ask supervisors to keep level funding in next budget

Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors · January 12, 2026
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Summary

Representatives from the Decorah Public Library, RSVP, Winneshiek County Development/Tourism and regional RC&D asked supervisors to maintain level funding for fiscal year budgeting; speakers highlighted program growth, volunteer hours and regional projects supported by county contributions.

Multiple nonprofit and service organizations presented budget requests and program highlights during the Winneshiek County meeting, asking supervisors to maintain or continue prior funding levels.

Kristen Spartwell, director of the Decorah Public Library, described completion of a three‑year strategic plan and recent grant wins, saying the library “secured $40,000 in grant funding to support access technology and facilities improvements.” She reported 459 programs with…

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