Monthly Archives: November 2011

Mayor Emanuel’s 2012 budget was passed unanimously by the City Council on Wed., Nov.16th. While not fully funding libraries, this revised budget did include the restoration of $3.3M to the Chicago Public Library budget. That restoration was due in no … Continue reading →

If you haven’t already made your call to the Mayor’s office in support of libraries, today’s the day to do it. The call is simple, just tell them that you’re calling in support of libraries being fully funded, and they … Continue reading →

Let the Mayor hear how you feel about libraries before the November 16th vote. Mayor Emanuel needs to hear from citizens concerned about their libraries. Please take a moment and call the Mayor’s office at 312.744.3300. Let him know that … Continue reading →

http://www.suntimes.com/news/cityhall/8673609-418/mayor-emanuels-first-budget-passes-two-key-city-council-panels.html

Our efforts in support of libraries made a difference last week. Twenty-eight aldermen, including Ald. Burns (4th Ward), delivered a letter to the mayor in protest over the cuts in libraries and other important community services. On Friday, November 4th, … Continue reading →

Emanuel compromises on city budget.

The Mayor has made some concessions on proposed budget cuts for libraries. http://www.suntimes.com/8609960-417/emanuel-to-ease-library-cuts-raise-all-city-sticker-fees.html