Additional Cuts to 2010 Budget by Mayor and Council
In their recent budget process, the Mayor and the City Council made further reductions to the Library’s FY 2010 budget because of a worse-than-projected revenue forecast that was announced in May. The Mayor reduced the Library’s operating budget by $4.1 million or 8.9% for FY 2010. City Council, in their deliberations on Friday, further reduced the Library’s budget by $7.3 million or 16%. This is a significant cut. Library administrators don’t yet know how it will impact the Library. However, if the Mayor approves this budget, the Library will need to operate very differently than it does now.
We all know the important role libraries play, particularly during tough economic times. Use of the Library has never been greater. DCPL staff are committed to providing DC residents with the best service possible with the resources they have.