Link to August 13 Topeka Capital-Journal article, "No new taxes for library".Excerpt: The budget calls for a number of changes to address that shortfall plus increases in expenses, mainly for employee benefits. The most controversial proposal is the implementation on Oct. 1 of fines for overdue materials. The library is making it as easy as possible for library users to request extensions of time, including a way to do it through the library's Web site. Two extensions will be granted.
The fines and fee budget line for the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library has been increased to $500,000 in 2010 from $110,000 in 2009.
The library will remain open 78 hours per week, including 12 to 9 on Sundays.
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