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We take pride in offering a family atmosphere and supplying residents of the community with much more than books. The library offers free access to the internet, free programs and access to a wide range of audio visual materials. We provide a place where all may gather, discuss, learn and enjoy. The Staff and Board of Trustees of the Mendon Library are proud of the services offered. We take seriously the job we do: being an essential contributor to the quality of life for the communities of Mendon. Take some time to review our mission statement and long range plan. Since we are a tax supported organization, every effort is made to give the tax payers the best value for their dollar demonstrates. Our library is funded through a mixture of funding sources. The primary source of funding is Town of Mendon property taxes. Residents of the Town of Mendon support 85% of our budget with $23.46 per person per year (per- capita). According to the New Centuries Library Bill, the average per-capita local support in the state was $32 in 1998 dollars. Unlike public schools and local governments, the library does not receive significant funding from either state or federal sources. New York State aid to libraries has remained stagnant for nearly a decade. Only .9% of our local budget is supported by state funding. If libraries are as important to you as they are to us, please write your legislators and continue to ask for support for our libraries. With this critical tax support this support we are able to provide staffing, new materials and programs for your enjoyment and education. Here is a list of elected officials supporting our library:
The remaining portion of our budget is supported by fines, such as overdue fines, interest earnings and gifts. We depend on prompt payment of your fines at the library, to continue our operations. Fines and fees paid at the Mendon Library will stay in the Mendon Library to support our operations. The Mendon Library accepts cash or checks. Payment can be made in person or by mailing a check made out to the Mendon Public Library to:
The Library depends on the generosity of yourself and others to provide much needed services for the community. If you would like more information on how to donate to the library click here . “Meeting the Needs of All New Yorkers; Library Service in the New Century; Final Report on the Regents Commission on Library Services” July 2000, University of the State of New York, page 11. |
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We all depend on local public services at some time in our lives. Well-run services provided by local people for local people add real value to our community. Local fire and rescue, schools, roads, sewers and water – these are all services that we contribute to for our own benefit and for the benefit of our neighbors. The Mendon Library is one of the many value-added public services supported by your local tax dollars. Over 60% of Mendon residents including adults and children own a library card and have used it within the past two years.