Summary
Library impact fees charged to new development are re-studied only every eight years, with the next review heading to 2028. Baker flagged flawed criteria in the current study, including a $100,000 ILS replacement estimate she called unrealistic, and hopes the next study uses better measures.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Impact fees from new development could help fund the unfinished basement space, but the amounts and methodology are under review.
Library patrons and existing residents, who would see new development help pay for expanded library capacity.
Developers could face higher fees if the methodology changes, though those costs may pass to homebuyers.
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