The Hurley Library will hold its annual Library Budget Vote and Trustee Election on Tuesday, September 15, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at the Hurley Library, 48 Main Street, Hurley, NY.
Hurley residents in districts 2, 4, 6, and 8 are invited to come out and participate in this important annual vote that helps shape the future of our library and the services we provide to the Hurley community.
The proposed tax levy for 2027 is $295,656.26, representing a 6% increase over the 2026 levy. For a property assessed at $100,000, this increase amounts to approximately $3 more per year.
The proposed increase reflects the continued rise in the cost of operating and maintaining our library. Like many households and organizations, the library is experiencing increased expenses in several key areas such as utilities, building maintenance, collection development, and ebooks and digital resources. These expenses are in addition to the many other costs associated with keeping the library open, staffed, accessible, and able to provide programs and services to the community.
The Hurley Library is more than a place to borrow books. It is a place to learn, connect, discover, gather, and access resources. Your local library provides materials in multiple formats, programs for community members of all ages, technology and internet access, and a welcoming space for everyone. The proposed levy helps ensure that we can continue providing these services while responsibly maintaining our building and collection and responding to rising operating costs.
Absentee ballots are available in person at the library.
