Proposition 414 - On the Ballot November 5

Investing in Gardiner Library = Investing in Your Community

New York State Education Law 259/Chapter 414 allows voters to determine the amount of money given annually to a municipal library. In the November 2024 general election, Gardiner Library will be asking taxpayers to approve an increase of $29,434. The amount the library currently receives annually is $294,331. Don't forget to turn your ballot over to vote on the Proposition!

Benefits to the Community

• increased number and frequency of both adult and children's programs
• expanding the library eBook, eAudiobook and streaming collections
• improving accessibility by adding automatic door openers
• adding free museum and attraction passes available to all library card holders
• continuing the library's sustainability initiative by upgrading lighting and adding solar panels in order to reduce energy consumption

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