Warren Library directors speak out against Ohio bill to change how libraries are funded
The state's operating budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year is still in its early stages, but changes to public libraries is still drawing criticism.
Currently, libraries are funded through the Public Library Fund, which is 1.7% of the state's total revenue for the year. Now, the state is looking to change that to a flat rate.
'What we are essentially proposing is to have a flat rate amount moving forward of that's roughly at the same percentage. That would be, in the fiscal year of 2026, $485 million,' said Ohio House Rep. David Thomas.
Ohio's House of Representatives also proposed $495 million for the library in 2027. That's less than what is currently projected for 2025– $530 million. In 2024, the Public Library Fund was $489.3 million.
Gov. Mike DeWine proposed $531 million for 2026 and $549 million for 2027, but the House rejected his proposal.
Executive directors of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library say that change could lead to layoffs or program cuts.
'Trumbull County stands to lose upwards of at least $1 million in library funding annually. For us here, it's probably going to be cutting programs, and there's a possibility — and we're not saying it's certain — but there's a possibility we will have to close a branch,' said Executive Director Jim Wilkins.
Thomas says the flat rate will give public libraries a consistent budget for the year rather than relying on estimates.
'We've had years where there was an estimate of a certain number, and actually, the revenue came in a $30 million to $40 million less. Libraries said we cut them that time, too, but really, it was actually — because it was a percent, it was much less than it was estimated. So, having a flat amount, having a line item makes it much more stable for them to budget themselves,' Thomas said.
'It actually does not help us. It's actually more of a benefit for us to be given a percentage, and when the economy grows, it does better for us,' said Kim Garret,
Warren Library directors say they have one of the most trafficked libraries in the state and that their services are essential to the community.
'1.2 million people visited Trumbull County Libraries, all of us. That will fill the Ohio [State University] Stadium where the Buckeyes play 12.5 times. That's a lot of people who come in here and use the library, and across the state, we have the highest percent of usage than any state in the union,' Wilkins said.
'Libraries provide an essential service. I love local libraries. There's always the balancing of the taxpayer as well. So, we have to balance the taxpayer dollars with all the essential services we all want and expect,' Thomas said.
The Ohio House of Representatives will release its second version of House Bill 96 early next week. Then, a vote will take place.
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