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St. Helens library warns of possible cuts as council weighs utility fee and local levy
Summary
The St. Helens Library director told the board on Feb. 9 that a projected general-fund shortfall has prompted the city to consider either a municipal services fee or a local tax levy; either outcome could materially affect library operations and staffing unless voters approve revenue measures.
The St. Helens Library director told the board on Feb. 9 that the city faces a general-fund shortfall and is weighing two revenue options that could affect library funding. City officials are considering a municipal services fee charged on utility bills or a local tax levy; both options were described as temporary, sunsetted measures that would need ballot language and election placement.
At the meeting the director said the municipality offered two illustrative figures: $24…
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