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School District Public Libraries; advantages:

• Potential to increase tax base and reduce unserved areas
• Library is independent – separate from Municipality & School District
• Elected trustees provide “representation” for taxpayers
• Opportunity to place bonding resolutions on ballot for capital projects
• Once established, library can set time and place for election
• Library has consistent funding stream – funding level continues until voters approve new amount
• Straightforward process for seeking increase