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Meeting Summary and Briefs: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Board for October 2025

December 9, 2025/
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Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Board Meeting | October 2025

The Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Board met on Tuesday, October 27, 2025, to conduct a Tax Levy Hearing and its regular monthly business. The evening was highlighted by the unanimous approval of the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, which outlines the district’s direction for the coming years. Trustees also passed Ordinance 25-5, the annual tax levy, and authorized new operational efficiencies, including online bill payment systems.

Financial Reports:
Trustees reviewed and approved the financial reports for September as presented. The motion to accept the financials was made by Trustee Julie Mason and seconded by Trustee Keri English.

Committee Reports:
Under the “Serving Our Public” committee agenda item, Trustee Sharon Gill presented Chapters 7 through 10, while Trustee Keri English presented Chapters 11 through 13 to the board.

Correspondence:
The board acknowledged receipt of a correspondence item listed in the minutes as a Will County Annexation Notice.

Minutes Approval:
The board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the September 22, 2025, meeting as written.

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