Franklin Library Board Debates Ebook Challenges and Approves Significant Salary Increase

Overview: At the June 24, 2026, meeting of the Franklin Township Public Library Board of Trustees, the library’s digital content strategy and a notable salary adjustment were focal points. The board engaged in a discussion about the complexities of ebook acquisition and lending, which revealed the challenges faced by libraries in managing digital collections. Additionally, a significant salary increase for a library employee was unanimously approved.

Franklin Library Board Approves Budget Increase, Plans Future Capital Projects

Overview: At the recent Franklin Township Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, board members approved a substantial budget increase for the fiscal year 2026-2027. The statutory allocation from the township has risen by 13.9%, bringing the total proposed budget to $4,534,924. Additionally, the board decided to move a surplus of $1,352,953 into a protected capital fund.

Franklin Library Board Unanimously Approves New Telescope Lending Program, Enhancing Community Engagement

Overview: In a recent Franklin Library Board meeting, the members unanimously approved the introduction of a telescope lending program, an initiative aimed at fostering community interest in astronomy. The program, developed in collaboration with the Franklin Township Astronomy Club, includes a structured borrowing system overseen by club members.

Franklin Library Board Considers Telescope Lending Program in Partnership with Astronomy Club

Overview: The Franklin Library Board is exploring a potential collaboration with the Franklin Astronomy Club to introduce a library telescope lending program. The program, which has seen success in libraries nationwide, including New Hampshire, aims to make telescopes available to library patrons without burdening library staff with maintenance or liability concerns.

Franklin Township Library Board Explores Astronomy Club Partnership Amid New Officer Elections

Overview: During the recent Franklin Township Library Board meeting, discussions centered on the potential collaboration with the Franklin Township Astronomy Club and the election of new board officers. The board is considering a partnership that would allow patrons to check out telescopes, though several logistical issues remain unresolved. Simultaneously, the board successfully elected Nick Champa as president, Aisha Ali as vice president/treasurer, and Kevin McNeel as secretary.