Welcome to Yes Committee Palatine Library!

Welcome to Yes Committee Palatine Library!

by Maria Galo 52.40sc on January 10, 2019

The new Yes Committee Palatine Library announces the launch of its
campaign in support of the Palatine Public Library’s April 2019
referendum initiative.

0.075, or $4 per month per median household--about the cost of a Big
Mac. The funds will allow the Library to fix an aging roof, replace
inefficient lighting and repair failing HVAC systems without cutting
back on hours, services or new materials. These necessary repairs are
estimated at $5.8 million, more than 85 percent of the Library’s current
annual budget.

The median value of a single-family home in this district has an
assessed value of $266,000. The increase, if approved, would raise
annual median taxes by $52.

The Library Board has been good stewards of the Palatine Library and
has not requested an operating referendum in its 44-year history as a
taxing district. In 1991, the Library did receive voter approval for a
capital referendum to build the main library—the 20-year bonds issued
for construction were paid off in 2011. The main Library is now 25 years
old with its facilities aging past the initial life expectancy. In
addition, rising costs of insurance, utilities, books and materials mean
that the Library’s expenses will exceed revenues in about five years.

The Yes Committee comprises residents and business and community
leaders who value Palatine Library’s contributions to all members of our
community. Palatine Library makes Palatine a better place to live and
work. We stand with the Library in seeking approval from voters on April
2, 2019.

Email us at The Yes Committee: libraryyespal@gmail.com.

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Visit our website: http://www.voteyespalatinelibrary.org