Library Trustees, Board of

Beverly Library Trustees approve $2.38M FY27 budget with service reductions. Library Director Allison Babin reported the proposed budget exceeds the Municipal Appropriations Requirement by $460.51, securing certification without a waiver. To stay within available funds, the library will permanently

Beverly Library Trustees discussed a worsening FY27 budget outlook at their April 28 meeting. Library Director Allison Babin disclosed that the city's financial situation is "worse than expected" and the library may not receive its Municipal Appropriations Requirement, prompting exploration of a

Library Trustees unanimously approve director contract extension through 2029. The board approved Allison Babin's renewed contract with updates to salary, longevity, and holidays to match library staff terms. Babin reported the FY27 budget request exceeds the Municipal Appropriation Requirement by

Beverly Library Trustees reorganize leadership and chart course through budget constraints. The board unanimously elected Kevin O'Reilly as Chair and Joanne Panunzio as Secretary, then appointed four standing subcommittees including an eight-member Long Range Planning committee. Director Allison

Library Trustees approve minutes; director reports HVAC renovation and staffing strain. The HVAC project began January 20 and the north elevator repair cost 21,000 dollars; the Bookmobile garage door jammed January 12 and remains in need of repair. A city soft hiring freeze prevents filling a