2004

Library Taxes and County Costs

On July 24 Linda Dickerson explained the County's $34,845 materials charge for fiscal 2002–03: it covered local and centrally purchased resources and databases. On August 3 the City Manager compared 2003–04 library taxes of $579,496.72 with 2002–03 County service costs of $522,025, a $57,421.72 difference measured across two fiscal years. The Treasurer closed the year with a report listing operating cash and separate Belasco, Library Investment and Gazin fund balances.

Drawn from: Linda Dickerson explains County materials charges; City Manager compares library taxes and operating costs; Treasurer's 2004 operating report and separate fund balances; Seven-year comparison of sales memberships and library gifts.

Summary written by Claude from this year's records, for review by the board. Read every year.