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Library board-approved FY26 budget holds steady, with repairs and utility‑saving measures
Summary
Library Director Jessie Schafer presented a modestly increased FY26 budget previously approved by the Library Board that covers inflation-driven cost increases and includes sidewalk repairs, interior painting, technology upgrades and utility-saving measures such as reduced hours and smart thermostats.
Library Director Jessie Schafer presented the library's FY26 proposed budget and told council the request is only modestly higher than the current year, reflecting inflation.
Schafer said the Library Board has already approved the proposed budget. Planned projects and cost increases include sidewalk repairs, interior painting and higher technology costs. Schafer described steps the library is taking to lower utility costs, including reduced hours of operation, installation of smart thermostats and conversion to LED lighting.
There was no formal council action on the library budget at the work session; Schafer's figures will be incorporated into the city's overall budget work as staff continue to refine estimates.
