Session 2 - The Budget Process and Funding

Planning for the library’s future growth and viability, which is dependent upon securing a strong financial base for library support, is an extremely important responsibility of library Boards, directors, and staff.  This class session will examine all aspects of the budget process, including a review of funding sources, the annual budget process and ways to find additional sources of income.

Learning Objectives for Session 2:

• To understand where library funding comes from and how it is allocated
• To understand the timeline of the municipal, county and state budget process
• To understand the roles of the library board, director, city clerk and city council in the municipal budget process
• To understand the following standards, as listed in In Service To Iowa:
1. Standards 18-20 (p. 8-9)
2. Standards 24-25 (p. 11)
3. Standards 27-28 (p. 11-12)
4. Standard 60 (p. 20)

Assignments for class:

• Reading assignment
• Additional reading and resources
• Written assignment
• Web board discussion questions