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We are hoping for a NO vote in Saline County, Arkansas, where the library is facing a ballot measure that would defund the library by .5 mills. The early returns are starting strong, with AGAINST = 51.61% over FOR = 48.39%. We've been working with the Vote No campaign for months. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 2:42 AM
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Garfield County, CO, has handily passed its 2.5 mill property tax extension 13,986 to 6,923. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 6:24 AM
Garfield County, CO, has handily passed its 2.5 mill property tax extension 13,986 to 6,923. #LibraryWatchParty
And how could we forget the great state of Michigan and its 14 libraries on the ballot tonight?! We'll be reporting the #LibraryWatchParty results post-9pm EST there too.
November 4, 2026 at 2:13 AM
And how could we forget the great state of Michigan and its 14 libraries on the ballot tonight?! We'll be reporting the #LibraryWatchParty results post-9pm EST there too.
The Argo Public Library in Springfield Township ND looks like it will pass its 1 mil levy renewal, 655 to 306, with 3 of 4 precincts reporting. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 3:14 AM
The Argo Public Library in Springfield Township ND looks like it will pass its 1 mil levy renewal, 655 to 306, with 3 of 4 precincts reporting. #LibraryWatchParty
Swanton Public Library (Fulton and Lucas Counties in Ohio) is ahead early for its Tax Levy Renewal of 1 mill for 5 years, with 663 FOR vs 269 AGAINST. #librarywatchparty
November 4, 2026 at 1:27 AM
Swanton Public Library (Fulton and Lucas Counties in Ohio) is ahead early for its Tax Levy Renewal of 1 mill for 5 years, with 663 FOR vs 269 AGAINST. #librarywatchparty
With all precincts reporting, the Forrest City Public Library in Arkansas has passed its millage increase by a whisker, 1000 to 969. They will go from 1.9 mills to 3.0 mills for operations. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 5:35 AM
With all precincts reporting, the Forrest City Public Library in Arkansas has passed its millage increase by a whisker, 1000 to 969. They will go from 1.9 mills to 3.0 mills for operations. #LibraryWatchParty
The very important New Mexico "GOBond for Libraries" (Question 2), which authorizes $19 million in state aid to public, tribal, school, and academic libraries for the biennium, is opening very strongly with 64% YES reporting in early results. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 4:12 AM
The very important New Mexico "GOBond for Libraries" (Question 2), which authorizes $19 million in state aid to public, tribal, school, and academic libraries for the biennium, is opening very strongly with 64% YES reporting in early results. #LibraryWatchParty
Prop B in Austin, Texas, which would authorize the city to issue $35 million in bonds for library facilities, is ahead 62% to 38% as the count comes in. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 3:51 AM
Prop B in Austin, Texas, which would authorize the city to issue $35 million in bonds for library facilities, is ahead 62% to 38% as the count comes in. #LibraryWatchParty
Voters in the city of Bridgeton, NJ, are deciding tonight on a binding referendum that would close the library if it passes. Early results look like 80% are saying NO to this proposal. We hope this trend continues as the votes are counted into the night. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 2:29 AM
Voters in the city of Bridgeton, NJ, are deciding tonight on a binding referendum that would close the library if it passes. Early results look like 80% are saying NO to this proposal. We hope this trend continues as the votes are counted into the night. #LibraryWatchParty
Voters in Teton County MT are being asked to approve a $70,000 'special levy' for operations at three county libraries. In very early results, it is ahead 70% YES to 30% NO. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 3:44 AM
Voters in Teton County MT are being asked to approve a $70,000 'special levy' for operations at three county libraries. In very early results, it is ahead 70% YES to 30% NO. #LibraryWatchParty
The Loudonville Public Library in Ohio is ahead early for its Property Tax (0.8 mill for 5 years to fund current expenses) 520 YES to 278 NO. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 1:30 AM
The Loudonville Public Library in Ohio is ahead early for its Property Tax (0.8 mill for 5 years to fund current expenses) 520 YES to 278 NO. #LibraryWatchParty
Stevens County (WA) Rural Library District's levy lift from $0.27 to $0.44 per $1,000 of assessed value is trailing in partial reports at 46% YES to 54% NO. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 5:09 AM
Stevens County (WA) Rural Library District's levy lift from $0.27 to $0.44 per $1,000 of assessed value is trailing in partial reports at 46% YES to 54% NO. #LibraryWatchParty
The vote is finally coming in from Pueblo County, CO, and the City-County Library measure to lift the levy cap is reporting 59.54% YES. This will reset the tax rate there and allow for stable collections. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 5:27 AM
The vote is finally coming in from Pueblo County, CO, and the City-County Library measure to lift the levy cap is reporting 59.54% YES. This will reset the tax rate there and allow for stable collections. #LibraryWatchParty
The Coshocton County (OH) District Library levy renewal is ahead in early results with FOR = 4,480 leading AGAINST = 2,976. That would collect $400,237 annually at $12 per $100k of home value. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 1:55 AM
The Coshocton County (OH) District Library levy renewal is ahead in early results with FOR = 4,480 leading AGAINST = 2,976. That would collect $400,237 annually at $12 per $100k of home value. #LibraryWatchParty
Congratulations to the Bartlett (IL) Public Library for passing its building renovation bond 6,564 to 5,253. While the other 'new building' referendum was defeated, the library will be investing in the future. We were happy to help them with their info-only campaign planning. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 4:58 AM
Congratulations to the Bartlett (IL) Public Library for passing its building renovation bond 6,564 to 5,253. While the other 'new building' referendum was defeated, the library will be investing in the future. We were happy to help them with their info-only campaign planning. #LibraryWatchParty
Colusa County (CA) Library Measure L, an $85 special parcel tax, has failed with 1,573 NO votes to 822 YES votes (19 of 19 precincts reporting). #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 4:38 AM
Colusa County (CA) Library Measure L, an $85 special parcel tax, has failed with 1,573 NO votes to 822 YES votes (19 of 19 precincts reporting). #LibraryWatchParty
The Town of Avon, NY is considering increasing its funding allocation to the library from $279,000 to $309,000 for operations. In early tabulations, it is ahead 2,113 YES to 906 NO votes. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 4:19 AM
The Town of Avon, NY is considering increasing its funding allocation to the library from $279,000 to $309,000 for operations. In early tabulations, it is ahead 2,113 YES to 906 NO votes. #LibraryWatchParty
With 25% of the vote counted and a 66.7% threshold to pass Measure O in Easy Palo Alto, CA, things are looking good at 70.13% YES. This is a comprehensive citywide funding measure that includes libraries among its many purposes. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 5:21 AM
With 25% of the vote counted and a 66.7% threshold to pass Measure O in Easy Palo Alto, CA, things are looking good at 70.13% YES. This is a comprehensive citywide funding measure that includes libraries among its many purposes. #LibraryWatchParty
We are hoping for a NO vote in Saline County, Arkansas, where the library is facing a ballot measure that would defund the library by .5 mills. The early returns are starting strong, with AGAINST = 51.61% over FOR = 48.39%. We've been working with the Vote No campaign for months. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 2:03 AM
We are hoping for a NO vote in Saline County, Arkansas, where the library is facing a ballot measure that would defund the library by .5 mills. The early returns are starting strong, with AGAINST = 51.61% over FOR = 48.39%. We've been working with the Vote No campaign for months. #LibraryWatchParty
The Fondulac Public Library in IL is on the ballot to increase its limiting rate by .09%. With 14 out of 16 precincts reporting, it is trailing 43% YES to 57% NO. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 3:03 AM
The Fondulac Public Library in IL is on the ballot to increase its limiting rate by .09%. With 14 out of 16 precincts reporting, it is trailing 43% YES to 57% NO. #LibraryWatchParty
We are very sorry to share that Florida's Amendment 3 appears to have passed. The Division of Elections shows 62.02% YES with 95% of the votes counted. The Keep Libraries Funded Coalition, of which we are a proud member, will issue a statement in the morning with next steps. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 3:09 AM
We are very sorry to share that Florida's Amendment 3 appears to have passed. The Division of Elections shows 62.02% YES with 95% of the votes counted. The Keep Libraries Funded Coalition, of which we are a proud member, will issue a statement in the morning with next steps. #LibraryWatchParty
Very early reports for the Defiance (OH) Public Library System's Property Tax Renewal and Increase (1.65 mills / 35 yrs) is showing FOR at 3,246 (46.23%) but AGAINST at 3,776 (53.77%) #librarywatchparty
November 4, 2026 at 12:55 AM
Very early reports for the Defiance (OH) Public Library System's Property Tax Renewal and Increase (1.65 mills / 35 yrs) is showing FOR at 3,246 (46.23%) but AGAINST at 3,776 (53.77%) #librarywatchparty
We are sorry to share that the O'Fallon Library in IL has lost its building bond initiative tonight 38.2% YES to 61.8% NO. We have been directly involved in supporting the Info-Only campaign there and hope there is a path forward for them to rethink, reset, and try again. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 5:52 AM
We are sorry to share that the O'Fallon Library in IL has lost its building bond initiative tonight 38.2% YES to 61.8% NO. We have been directly involved in supporting the Info-Only campaign there and hope there is a path forward for them to rethink, reset, and try again. #LibraryWatchParty
In New Mexico, the City of Las Cruces is considering a $26 million bond to "acquire, plan, design, develop, construct, improve, renovate, modernize, automate, furnish, and equip the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library". In partial reporting, it is ahead with 69% of the vote. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 4:15 AM
In New Mexico, the City of Las Cruces is considering a $26 million bond to "acquire, plan, design, develop, construct, improve, renovate, modernize, automate, furnish, and equip the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library". In partial reporting, it is ahead with 69% of the vote. #LibraryWatchParty
The word from Wyoming is that Prop 1, a statewide measure that would establish a 50% exemption from property taxes, thereby reducing local funding for counties and cities (and their libraries), is trending 54% NO with 56% of the votes counted. #LibraryWatchParty
November 4, 2026 at 5:05 AM
The word from Wyoming is that Prop 1, a statewide measure that would establish a 50% exemption from property taxes, thereby reducing local funding for counties and cities (and their libraries), is trending 54% NO with 56% of the votes counted. #LibraryWatchParty