This November 2, something very important to libraries will be on the ballot. With municipal budgets shrinking, it's more important than ever to provide support for public, school, tribal, and academic libraries here in New Mexico. The 2010 GO Bond B will fund the purchase of books and other resources at libraries across the state.
Just think, on an average day in 2009, New Mexico’s public libraries served 25,400. The Santa Fe Public Library had 947,299 visitors last year. We've checked in and out 10% more items than last year, put aside 33% more holds for you, and our programming for children and adults is more popular than ever. Also, for many school libraries, this may be the only funding they'll have for books and other library materials.
This year's bond issue is requesting $7 million for New Mexico's public, school, tribal, and academic libraries. This money is not for buildings or personnel. It amounts to $0.42 per $100,000.00 valuation on homes. In order for any libraries to receive this funding, Bond B must pass statewide. For details, see the post "2010 Libraries GO Bond Request" on the Bonds for Libraries website.
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