Includes library staff wages and training, cost of books and other materials, supplies and equipment.

1. First Draft Budget Numbers
Numbers developed by town staff, prior to discussion and / or modifications by the budget committee.  
Library budget spreadsheet


2. Discussion / Issues / Changes
The most significant change in the library budget - as modified by the selectmen - was an increase is salary costs. A part-time position was increased to full-time. At the same time, however, the number of full-time positions with health insurance coverage was decreased by one.

What gathered the most attention, however, were four items that were cut out of the budget by the selectmen, and one last-minute item that was presented to the selectmen by the Library Board of Trustees. A more detailed discussion is provided on the "Debates" page.

View the subcommittee report here.


3. Final Draft Budget Numbers
Budget that was submitted by the selectmen was approved as is. The five additions that Library Trustees requested were not approved.