2008-2009 LIBRARY BUDGET
Trustees'
Message
In
this time of rising taxes, we are proud that our Proposed 2008-2009
Budget shows no increase over the current year. This budget will
allow us to continue to serve the community as we have done in the
past, while being fiscally sound.
As
we look back over the last year, it is with a strong sense of satisfaction
that we view the many ways in which the Baldwin Public Library has
celebrated the rich diversity that is the Baldwin Community. Whether
it was participating in our seventh annual Baldwin Library Day,
taking time to come together to enjoy an old fashioned Harvest Festival,
or looking for ways to become more active and caring by attending
our first Volunteer Fair, the Library stood strong in its role as
the heart and center of the Baldwin Community. The proposed budget
will allow us to continue these efforts.
Our
collections of books, periodicals and audiovisual materials continue
to be enhanced judiciously as the needs of our patrons dictate.
As more of us become technically adept (patrons made almost 34,000
visits to the Library's public access Computer Room last year),
there has also arisen the demand for availability of online resources,
24/7. Last year 109,000 patrons visited our web page. The latest
addition to our online resources is a new database called Credo,
offering a collection of 250 reference titles covering a variety
of topics. For our very young, we now have early learning computers,
loaded with a selection of software specifically geared for ages
two to six.
Recognizing
the need to channel the energies of our teen patrons in a positive
way, we established the "Teen Advisory Board" where teens
have a say in what materials, programs and services are made available
to them. Our very popular Summer Reading Program for both teens
and young children provided opportunities for both entertainment
as well as insuring that important reading skills were not lost
over vacation. Our Teen and Children's Homework Centers continued
to provide an important resource for young people in need of assistance
to complete their schoolwork.
Our
popular Museum Pass Program made it more financially realistic for
patrons to enjoy the cultural resources of both Long Island and
New York City.
A
building is only as good as its foundation and in the case of a
library, that's our staff, for which we are indeed fortunate. As
is our practice every year, salary increases have been projected
in the budget for all staff.
The
Board and the staff believe that your investment in the Library
is one of the most worthwhile you can make. We are most appreciative
of your continued support.
Kevin
B. Kamen, President
Tony Tarantino, Vice President
Joseph J. Carroll, Secretary
Christopher Villanti, Trustee
Ethell
Smith, Trustee
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PROPOSED
BUDGET 7/1/08 - 6/30/09
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2007-08
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2008-09
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EXPENDITURES
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7410
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Library
Materials
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410
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Books
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$216,000
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$209,000
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412
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Audio-Visual
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49,500
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49,500
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413A
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Microform
Periodicals
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300
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600
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413B
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Non-Microform
Periodicals
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50,200
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48,600
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415
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Pamphlets,
Maps, Pictures
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400
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300
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416
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Binding
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100
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300
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$316,500
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$308,300
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OPERATING
EXPENSES
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417
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Film
Rental/AV Licensing
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$750
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$900
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429
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Cultural
Programs/Educ. Svs.
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50,060
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50,050
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430
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Supplies
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37,000
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37,000
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431
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Telephone
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5,000
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5,000
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432
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TWX/Data
Phone
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28,000
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29,250
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433
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Postage
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20,300
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21,150
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434
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Printing
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19,000
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23,700
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435
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Workshops,
Seminars and Conferences
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9,000
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11,500
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438
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Institutional
Dues
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2,900
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3,000
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439
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Equipment
Maintenance
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105,700
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100,200
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440
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Processing
Costs Private Concerns
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4,000
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6,000
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$281,710
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$287,750
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BUILDING
AND GROUNDS
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450
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Light,
Heat, & Water
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$152,000
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$152,000
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451
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Custodial
Supplies
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13,000
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12,500
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452
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Repairs
& Alterations
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29,000
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29,000
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454
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Building
Insurance
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44,600
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47,500
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469
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Grounds
Maintenance & Building Service Contracts
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108,300
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109,000
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$346,900
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$350,000
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FURNITURE
& FIXTURES
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203
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Equipment
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$4,500
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$10,000
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$4,500
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$10,000
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ADMINISTRATIVE
EXPENSES
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437A
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Professional
Fees
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$25,200
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$20,000
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437B
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Auditing
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6,500
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7,000
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437C
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Recording
Secretary
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100
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100
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437D
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Legal
& Classified Advertising
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400
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400
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$32,200
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$27,500
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SALARIES
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141
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Staff
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$1,875,925
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$1,920,100
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142
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Custodial
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150,200
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158,550
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$2,026,125
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$2,078,650
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9000
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FIXED
CHARGES
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10.0
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District
Retirement
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$152,120
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$142,120
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30.8
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Social
Security/Medicare
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153,500
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159,025
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40.8
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Compensation
Insurance
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24,540
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30,300
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50.8
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Unemployment
Insurance
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100
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100
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55.8
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Disability
Insurance
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1,245
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770
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60.8
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Health
Insurance
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348,500
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293,425
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$680,005
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$625,740
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Grand
Total
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$3,687,940
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$3,687,940
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OPERATING
BALANCE
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$151,981
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$187,809
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Committed to Retirement Fund
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-38,375
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-38,030
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$113,606
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$149,779
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Contingency Fund
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-50,000
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-50,000
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$63,606
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$99,779
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ANTICIPATED
INCOME
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Interest
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$22,000
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$26,000
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State Aid
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13,000
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12,500
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Fines
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45,500
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45,000
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Miscellaneous Receipts
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66,000
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44,500
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Copy Machines
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30,000
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26,000
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Applied from Previous Budget
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160,000
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155,000
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$336,500
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$309,000
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Real
Property Tax Levy |
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Total
Income
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$3,687,940
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$3,687,940
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Real Property Tax Levy
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$3,351,440
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$3,378,940
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Tax Levy Increase
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$156,625
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$27,500
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Tax Levy Percentage Increase
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4.90%
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0.82%
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| Approved
by resolution of the Board of Trustees at a meeting held March
19, 2008. |
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Please
Don’t Forget to Vote!
For
voter and absentee ballot information, call the District Clerk’s
Office at 377-9405.
Who can vote: A citizen of the United States who is 18 or over and
who has been a district resident for 30 days before the election.
Residents may register to vote until May 15th at the Baldwin Union
Free School District Office.
A copy of the 2008-2009 proposed Library budget and Trustees’
message may be obtained at the Library’s Adult Reference Desk
during regular Library hours. If you have questions, contact the Director
at 223-6228. The May 2008 Baldwin School News, mailed
to all residents, includes a copy of the Library’s budget and
Trustees’ message.
IMPORTANT
LIBRARY BUDGET VOTE INFORMATION
Annual District Meeting and Library Budget Hearing - Tuesday,
May 6, at 8:00PM, District Office, Hastings Street.
Due to the retirement of President Kevin B. Kamen, there will be
one vacancy on the Library’s Board of Trustees for a
term of five years to expire June 30, 2013.
PTA Council Candidates Forum - Wednesday, May 7, at 8:00PM,
District Office, Hastings Street.
Trustee Election and Library Budget Vote - Tuesday, May 20th,
7:00AM - 10:00PM, Baldwin Senior High School.
Send comments to info@baldwinpl.org
Last updated:
4/18/08
© 2008 Baldwin Public Library
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