Supporters rally to save Cincinnati libraries
Supporters brought out the big names to a recent rally meant to save the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory, US Congressman Steve Driehaus and wildlife expert Thane Maynard were all in attendance. The Cincinnati library system is facing a $16 million deficit for 2010, and if an upcoming levy fails they might have to close as many as 20 branches. Issue 7 will ask voters of Hamilton County to decide on a proposed tax increase to support the library system and prevent the branch closures. Read full article here.
Supporters brought out the big names to a recent rally meant to save the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory, US Congressman Steve Driehaus and wildlife expert Thane Maynard were all in attendance.
The Cincinnati library system is facing a $16 million deficit for 2010, and if an upcoming levy fails they might have to close as many as 20 branches. Issue 7 will ask voters of Hamilton County to decide on a proposed tax increase to support the library system and prevent the branch closures.
Read full article here.
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