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Franklin Public Library board finalizes 2026 action priorities, plans children's-area redesign and fundraising push
Summary
At a Jan. 17 special meeting, the Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees reviewed the library strategic plan and 2026 action items, prioritizing programming, a children's department redesign and expanded foundation-led fundraising.
The Franklin Public Library Board of Trustees on Jan. 17 reviewed and refined the library strategic plan and the 2026 action plan, with trustees and staff laying out next steps on program priorities, building space needs and fundraising.
Board member Maria m opened the special meeting by reading the library mission and tying it to the action items. "The Franklin Public Library is dedicated to providing every member of our community with abundant opportunities to learn, explore, and connect," she said, underscoring the board's emphasis on community-facing services.
Why it matters: Trustees said the plan…
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