On August 5, 2014, there will be a
Library Millage Renewal Proposition on the primary election ballot. This
is NOT a new tax. It is only a reauthorization of an existing millage at
the same rate of 4/10 mill that has been in place since 1994 and ensures
the continued operation of our public libraries for the next six years.
- The Library Millage is the source of
67% of the Library’s annual budget.
- In Michigan, public libraries are
97% locally funded.
- This is NOT a bond issue for a new
building or expansion. Monies collected are for operational
purposes.
- No taxes are captured by the
Gaylord DDA on any residential properties in the City, County or
Townships.
- The Otsego County Library has
twice been recognized by the State Library for outstanding services.
- We also received the highest
satisfaction ratings in
a county Quality of Life survey.
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In 2013, 118,921 people
walked through our doors, borrowing 175,131 items.
Online resources received 91,502
uses from homes, schools and offices.
12,664 questions were
answered.
The Library offered 371
preschool, K-3, tween, teen and adult programs with an attendance of
10,966.
Computers were used 29,210
times, with another 11,521 using library wireless.
We issued 1,247 new library
cards for a total of 21,257 registered users.
On an Otsego County home with an assessed
value of $100,000, this millage would cost $20.00 annually.
Paid for by the Friends of the
Library Campaign Committee
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