The May 5th vote to renew Kalamazoo Public Library’s operating millage passed by an overwhelming margin! Thank you for your support!
Voters approved this millage in 1990. The return on their investment is an award-winning library that has become a civic necessity and transforming force. People of all ages are realizing how much the library offers and helps them in these tough economic times.
Changing Lives – Strengthening Community – A Sound Investment
What: 20-year renewal of the operating millage that will generate approximately $8,350,000 this fiscal year but cost less than 50 cents per day for the owners of an average home in the KPL district.
When: May 5, 2009
Where: Your regular polling place for school elections
Why: To sustain a dynamic library that helps create a community where people aspire to learn, engage and thrive.
What if? Failure of the renewal will bring inevitable cutbacks impacting buildings, staff, materials and services.
What is your library worth to you?
How much would you pay out-of-pocket for your library services?
Enter in the left hand column the number of times per month you or your family use each service.
Estimated retail value of each service will be calculated on the right.
Total value of your library use is shown at the bottom of the worksheet.
