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Davenport library includes social-worker post in draft FY2027 budget as city pledges interim ARPA support
Summary
Library director told trustees a proposed library social-worker position is included in the draft FY2027 budget, with the city using remaining ARPA funds for an interim period and proposing general-fund support in FY27; trustees pressed staff on hiring and permanence amid state property-tax uncertainty.
The Davenport City Library included a proposed library social-worker position in its draft fiscal year 2027 budget and told trustees the city will use remaining ARPA funds to cover part of the position while the general fund is proposed to absorb the role in FY27.
"Board games and puzzles increased by 38.8%" after moving materials in the building, Director Jeff said in his report, then described the staffing proposal: "we…
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