Sponsor: Library
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Gift From Ramsey County Library Friends to the Ramsey County Library
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Recommendation
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Accept the gift of $20,000 from the Ramsey County Friends to the Ramsey County Library.
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Background and Rationale
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The Ramsey County Library Friends is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the Ramsey County Library in making information, books, music, and programs available to the public.
Due to successful fundraising and supportive membership, Ramsey County Library Friends experienced a surplus of $20,000 in 2024, and useable distribution was transferred in 2025.
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County Goals (Check those advanced by Action)
☐ Well-being ☐ Prosperity ☒ Opportunity ☒ Accountability
Racial Equity Impact
The generous support from Friends enhances Ramsey County Library's ability to serve the diverse communities of the county through library programs and resources.
Community Participation Level and Impact
No community engagement was conducted; this request for board action serves to inform the community.
☒ Inform ☐ Consult ☐ Involve ☐ Collaborate ☐ Empower
Fiscal Impact
The anticipated gift of $20,000 is not included in the library’s approved 2025 budget. These funds will be allocated to the Library's Trust and Agency Fund.
Last Previous Action
On April 8, 2025, the Ramsey County Board accepted the 2025 gift of $130,000 from the Ramsey County Library Friends to the Ramsey County Library (Resolution B2025-102).
Attachments
1. Letter