Library Vote Passes: Programming Can Continue; New Trustees Elected

The Beacon Public Library announced that their annual budget vote has passed with 275 yes votes and 27 no votes. “Thank you to the Beacon City School District community for your support in approving the library’s 2026–27 budget. Your vote helps ensure we can continue offering programs, resources, and services for everyone in our community!”

Trustee Election Results:
Antonia “Toni” Maeck 256
Kathleen Furfey 240
Pia Ruisi-Besares 233
Henry Breed 156

Recent Status of Increased Usage by Community Members:

20% increase in Circulation
7% increase in library cardholders
23% of the circulation is now in digital items
Over 760 events and programs offered
Over 50,000 child/teen materials borrowed
11 hotspots donated and added to the collection
25% increase in eAudiobook downloads
48% increase in eMagazine readership (woohoo!!!)
130 Passport Applications made (they are a location for submitting your application)
Free movie watching at home (36.7% increase in streaming videos)
Extensive dedicated seating just for teens to gather among themselves
Comfortable chairs and tables for working, reading, thinking.
Free Community food fridge was added! In partnership with Fareground.