Bethlehem Area Public Library has proposed a $2.8 million budget for next year.It is keeping municipal contributions at this year's level, according to John Nagle, Hanover Township's representative to the Board.
The Library will spend less for office supplies, phones and books. It is still spending $251,000 for new books and ebooks. It will pay more for utilities and a 1% increase overall on $1.9 million in salaries and benefits. The highest paid person at the library, Executive Director Josh Berk, will be paid $73,124.
I noticed that $305 is set aside for Terminix.
"What's that for?" I asked.
"To get rid of book worms," answered Hanover Public Works Director Vince Milite.
The contributions made by each participating municipality are as follows:
- Bethlehem - $1,277.082
- Beth. Tp. - $404,166
- Hanover Tp. - $185,088
- Fountain Hill - $78,295
In addition, the library will receive $513,500 from the state.
