West Virginia: Parkersburg and Wood County Public Library to Get $2M With Levy Win

From the Parkersburg News and Sentinel:

The Parkersburg and Wood County Public Libary’s five-year levy passed on Tuesday as it squeaked by with just enough support.
“I am pleased that we got the levy,” said library executive director Brian Raitz. “I will have a nice, restful sleep tonight.”
The levy needed 60 percent to pass and received 60.9 percent, or 19,331 votes, with 39.1 percent of voters opting against it.
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Over the next five years, the levy is expected to generate $2,273,500 with an annual cost of $6.48 on a residence valued at $100,000, while the tax on an $80,000 home will be $5.18.
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Part of the funds generated from the levy will be used as a match to construct a 5,000- to 10,000-square-foot facility to allow the book collection to grow, make room for additional computers, add seating, parking, meeting rooms and a dedicated children’s librarian.

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See Also: Additional Info About the Levy (via PWCPL)

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