# Library Board 9/16/26

The Sumner County Library Board meeting on September 16, 2026, focused primarily on library operational updates and procurement-related discussions. Key procurement topics included the consideration of accepting debit and credit card payments via mobile payment systems like Square and PayPal Point of Sale, with discussions about costs, compatibility with existing library systems, and the potential use of technology grant funds to purchase tablets for this purpose. The board voted to defer the decision on payment system adoption to the November meeting, instructing library managers to collaborate on a unified recommendation. Additionally, the board discussed eliminating late fines for library materials, with a motion passed to remove late fines pending budget approval, citing cost inefficiencies in fine collection. Other agenda items included planning topics for the October study session, such as budget overviews, director evaluations, and bylaw amendments. The meeting also featured reports on community engagement and library program successes, but no new contracts or capital projects were mentioned.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [Library Board 9/16/26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2NTCgGMFdI) - Sumner County Meetings