proposed 2008 budget

The Ossining Public Library is proposing a budget increase of $174,032 (5.19%) for thenext fiscal year. The biggest increases are in building-related and personnel costs. The proposed budget allows the Library to continue its wide range of programs and services.

For questions, please contact Elizabeth Bermel, Library Director, at 914.941.2416 or opldirector@wlsmail.org.

DESCRIPTION 2008-2009
Salaries $1,955,872.00
Equipment 5,000.00
Refund of Real Property Tax 0.00
Books 115,000.00
AV & Other Library Material 45,000.00
Serials 38,000.00
Programs 10,000.00
Office & Library Supplies 25,000.00
Telecommunications 9,000.00
Postage 9,000.00
Misc Printing, Dues, Advt 3,000.00
Travel 3,000.00
Professional Fees 73,000.00
Equipment Repairs 2,000.00
 
DESCRIPTION 2008-2009
Photocopiers, Supplies 35,000.00
Water, Fuel 4,500.00
Electricity 150,000.00
Building Supplies 16,000.00
Repairs, Services, Alterations 130,118.00
Major Repairs 5,000.00
Grounds Upkeep 16,000.00
Rental of Quarters 0.00
Insurance 45,000.00
Technology Service (WLS) 230,000.00
State Retirement 125,000.00
Social Security 155,250.00
Health, Medical Insurance 319,884.00
 
TOTAL$3,524,624.00

The estimated tax rate increases are: Town of Ossining — 11.25%, Town of New Castle — 19.09%, Town of Yorktown — 11.66%