East Central Regional Library seeks $392,128 from Pine County for 2027; board notes staffing stability
Aug 18, 2026
Aug 18, 2026
Library officials requested a 1.5% increase for Pine County's 2027 contribution ($392,128) and said the request preserves current staffing and service hours; commissioners noted the state's mandated baseline and discussed past reductions.
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Representatives for the East Central Regional Library presented a budget request for 2027 totaling $392,128, a 1.5% increase for Pine County compared with the current year. Presenters said the funding request is a compromise among participating counties and will maintain current library hours and staffing.
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