Sample correspondence to send to your elected officials (cut and paste or feel free to personalize):

Dear Councilperson,

I support and prioritize investment in our public library. Studies have shown that $1.00 of investment in public libraries reaps a return of $4.64 to the community. After years of cuts, we cannot continue to ignore that our library is a safe and efficient investment of our limited public funds. It is a valuable community asset that we cannot afford to let wither. Our library:

• Supports economic growth and opportunity now and for the future.

• Provides essential services available to all community members.

• Ensures literacy, programming, and information are accessible to all.

  When/if a new revenue stream is established, please make restoring funding to the library your first budgetary action.

Sign your name

Include what ward you live in