Library Cooperative Funding Agreement with Washington County
Summary
The Library Advisory Committee warned that if the local option levy or WCCLS funding lapses in five years, the library could look dramatically different. They asked the council to start planning alternative funding sources now, and raised concerns about WCCLS collaboration on the shared collection.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Nearly 27,000 program attendees last year; a funding gap could emerge if the levy isn't renewed in five years.
Library patrons, including the growing number of Tigard residents using Tualatin's library during the Tigard closure.
If the county cuts its general fund contribution, Tualatin taxpayers could be on the hook to cover the shortfall to keep library hours and services intact.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting
Tualatin's library gets roughly $2 million a year through the Washington County Cooperative Library Services system, and a new agreement must be signed by June 30 when the levy expires. Council is worried about a clause letting the county terminate on 60 days' notice, no dispute resolution process, and the county's refusal to guarantee its general fund contribution. The Library Foundation is unanimously opposed as drafted.
City Council Meeting
The Library Advisory Committee warned that if the local option levy or WCCLS funding lapses in five years, the library could look dramatically different. They asked the council to start planning alternative funding sources now, and raised concerns about WCCLS collaboration on the shared collection.
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