Present an update regarding the Friendswood Public Library improvements.

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

<strong>Library Improvements Are Underway</strong><br>Friendswood Library is installing new mobile shelving throughout the building, completing facility maintenance and updates, conducting staff training, and preparing for the Friends of the Library Gala fundraiser.<br><br>Library services and hours of operation have been temporarily adjusted, with limited access to some parts of the building for the next few weeks. Patrons are encouraged to use the Library’s new 24/7 book vending machine at City Hall while library services are limited.<br><br><strong>September 8–24</strong><br>Open with limited services<br>Monday – Saturday 10am–6pm<br><br><strong>September 25–26</strong><br>Closed for the Gala<br>Tickets and more info at <a href="https://librarygala.com/" target="_blank">librarygala.com</a><br><br>Stop by the library the week of Sept 28 to check out all the new improvements!<br><br>More information can be found on the Library website at <a href="https://www.friendswood.lib.tx.us/" target="_blank">https://www.friendswood.lib.tx.us/</a>

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.7/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.