Longmont Library Advisory Board July 20, 2026

The City of Longmont Colorado Library Advisory Board held a meeting on July 20, 2026, focusing primarily on library operations, community engagement, and upcoming projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the recent soft launch of new library lockers at two locations, with high usage reported, and plans for new shelving installation in the teen area scheduled for mid-August. The board also discussed the library's budget process, noting that the city manager will present the budget to City Council in late August, with public hearings in October. Members emphasized the importance of early community input on budget priorities and explored opportunities for alternative funding sources such as grants, sponsorships, and community fundraising initiatives to supplement limited city budget allocations. Additionally, the board considered improving collaboration with the Friends of the Library group and discussed outreach efforts to increase library card usage and community awareness of library services. A motion was passed to change the regular meeting time from 7 p.m. to 6 p.m. starting next month. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.