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Library seeks $1.76 million from county, outlines staffing and program expansion
Summary
The Sheridan County Public Library requested $1,759,167 in county support for the coming fiscal year to restore services, add three positions (branch hours, archivist/cataloging, programming) and fund capital maintenance including HVAC work and a PAC damper.
Amy, the library director, presented the Sheridan County Public Library System’s budget request and framed it as an investment in community access and programming. "What we're asking for from the county general fund is, a total investment of $1,759,167," she said, noting the ask is an increase from last year's $1,413,000.
Amy explained that the largest increases are staffing‑related: three positions would add branch hours (Claremont branch), allow a full‑time archivist/cataloger to make more of the library’s archival collections accessible, and create a full‑time programming librarian to coordinate community programs. She also described capital needs including replacement of a PACE damper (HVAC) and a planned increase in books and materials to restore prior service levels. Trustees and commissioners asked for more detail on position descriptions and costs; Amy said she would provide those in advance of the final salary and benefits discussions.
Commissioners acknowledged the library’s high usage and asked staff to supply line‑by‑line salary comparisons to help with countywide salary decisions. The board did not finalize salaries during this session; the library’s total request was advanced for inclusion in the county’s budget process.
