Library’s Future in Voters’ Hands | Seattle News

The Timberland Regional Library is asking voters to approve a tax increase in 2026 to stave off devastating cuts—raising its levy rate to 35 cents per $1,000 of property value, which would cost homeowners about $53 a year. Facing soaring costs and a state-imposed funding cap that’s left them behind, the library board chose this middle-ground option after weighing steep cuts, a lower rate, or no increase at all. With a campaign underway and a vocal opponent already lined up, the library’s future hinges on whether voters say yes—or risk losing staff, hours, and services they rely on. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d61a1817b4b0e907