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Library director says current building is half the needed size; contingency includes donation for new space
Summary
Library director Daisy told the committee the library has roughly half the space it needs and staff are seeking grants and donations; the budget contains contingency funds earmarked as a possible donation toward a new 10,000 sq ft facility or renovation.
Library Director Daisy told the committee that the current library space is roughly half of what is needed for the size of the community and that staff are seeking grants and donations to help secure a larger facility. "Currently, our space is about 0.5 of what we actually need for the size of city that we are... We need at least 10,000 square feet," Daisy said.
Director Daisy said the budget includes contingency items and a sizeable donation earmarked toward a new building; whether the city pursues renovation or a new facility will depend on funding. Committee members asked about the insurance and staffing increases in the library budget; staff explained some cost increases reflect assuming full insurance opt-in by part‑time staff and conservative budgeting for a volatile insurance market.
