Understanding Your Library’s Budget
Explore our budget breakdowns, funding sources, and the importance of advocacy to support lifelong learning and community engagement.Where does our budget come from?
The majority of our funding comes from a dedicated millage approved by Livonia citizens in 1984. This millage, passed in perpetuity, ensures consistent support for our programs and services.- 1.00 millage collected at a rate of .79
- Personal Property tax
- State Aid
- State Penal Fines
- Library fees
Additional State funding information:
2025 Budget
- Increase in collection budget
- Replacement delivery van
- Adding two book pick up lockers
- Elevator upgrade
- Professional services for an updated website
- Professional services for building renovations
- Increased marketing and staff training budget
Upcoming Capitol Projects
Budgeted in 2025
- Fire panel upgrades
- Elevator controls upgrade
Minor interior renovations and roof
- Reconfigured front entrance
- Paint and new carpeting throughout
- Additional power and data outlets throughout
- Atrium roof replacement and new lighting
- Exterior tuck pointing and limestone washing
How are we paying for these projects?
Chiller: general fund/library operating funds …. $600,000 Design and Planning: library operating budget …….. TBD Minor Renovations and Roof: library operating budget / fund balance ………………………………………………….. $2 million Elevator: library fund balance ……………………. $1.1 million Fire Panel: general fund ………………………………… $250,000Your Tax Dollars at Work: A Year in Review
At Livonia Public Library, we take pride in being a cornerstone of the community, providing essential resources, programs, and services that enrich the lives of our residents. Every book borrowed, program attended, and service utilized is made possible through your support. This annual report highlights how your tax dollars have been invested in literacy, lifelong learning, and community engagement over the past year. From expanding access to technology to enhancing our collections and hosting educational events, your library continues to evolve to meet the needs of our patrons. Thank you for making these achievements possible!Use this calculator to learn the true value of your public library visit.
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