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NY S06669
Bill
Status
8/23/2023
Primary Sponsor
James Tedisco
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AI Summary
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Establishes formal governance structure for the Ballston Community Public Library with a seven-member board of trustees elected by district voters through a petition nomination process
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Requires voter approval of the library's initial budget and all future budgets that increase operating expenditures, with elections held on or before November 15, 2023 (or 2024 if budget fails)
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Authorizes the Town of Ballston to levy taxes on property in the library district (outside village limits) to fund library operations, maintenance, and debt service on bonds approved by voters
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Grants the town authority to issue bonds for library facilities upon written request from trustees with voter approval, with proceeds managed in segregated accounts
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Makes the Ballston Community Public Library eligible for financing and construction programs under the state public authorities law for public library facilities
Legislative Description
Relates to the administration and funding of the town of Ballston Community Public Library; provides for the election of trustees and the approval of a budget; authorizes the Ballston Community Public Library to impose certain taxes; allows the Ballston Community Public Library to be eligible for certain financing of facilities for public libraries.
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.336
8/23/2023