Library Board
Regular MeetingO'Fallon, IL · May 11, 2026
Agenda
Library Board - May 11, 2026 Agenda
Second Monday
at 6:00 PM
Location: O'Fallon Public Library 120 Civic Plaza
Page
1. Opening
1.1 Call to Order
1.2 Roll Call
1.3 Recognition of Guests
2. Guest Presentation
2.1 Kevin Wills with Bernardi Securities 3
5.11.26 Bernardi 1.pdf
5.11.26 Bernardi 2.pdf
3. Consent Agenda
3.1 Secretary's Report/ Approval of Minutes - April 13, 2026 11
260413LBMinutes.pdf
3.2 Treasurer's Report 12
5.11.26 Balance Sheet.pdf
5.11.26 Budget Performance Report.pdf
3.3 Director's Report 18
5.11.26 Director's Report.pdf
4. Informational Items
4.1 Staff Roster and Organizational Chart 21
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5.11.26 Staff Roster and Organizational Chart.pdf
5. Approval of Bills
5.1 Monthly Bills 23
5.11.26 Monthly Bills.pdf
6. Public Comments
7. New Business
7.1 Election of Officers
7.2 Library Card Policy 26
5.11.26 Library Card Policy.pdf
8. Adjournment
Website: ofpl.info/board
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Level Annual Debt Service
General Obligation Bonds for Library Building Improvements (1)
Goal: Level Annual Debt Service
Estimated Net Bond Proceeds
Amortization
$17,500,000
Est. Par Amount $16,485,000
Est. True Interest Cost 4.25%
20-Years
Est. Total Interest $9,907,438
Est. Average Annual Payment $1,319,622
Est. Par Amount $17,225,000
Est. True Interest Cost 4.61%
30-Years
Est. Total Interest $15,617,949
Est. Average Annual Payment $1,094,765
1
Based on current market conditions as of 4/3/2026. Assumes S&P 'AA+' rated bonds. Includes costs of
issuance.
1676 Essex Way, Suite 103, O’Fallon, Illinois 62269 - p. 618- 206- 4180 - www.BernardiSecurities.com
Member FINRA / Member SIPC Page 3 of 29
General Obligation Bonds for Library Building Improvements
Goal: Level Annual Debt Service
Estimated Homeowner Tax Rate Increase (1)
20-Year Amortization 30-Year Amortization
Est. Net Bond Proceeds $17,500,000 $17,500,000
Est. Average Annual Payment $1,319,622 $1,094,765
Est. New Bond & Interest Tax Rate $0.1293 $0.1073
Market Value
$100,000 $35.35 $29.33
$200,000 $78.46 $65.09
$300,000 $121.56 $100.85
$400,000 $164.67 $136.61
$500,000 $207.78 $172.37
$600,000 $250.89 $208.14
$700,000 $293.99 $243.90
$800,000 $337.10 $279.66
$900,000 $380.21 $315.42
$1,000,000 $423.32 $351.19
(1)
Per $100 of assessed valuation. Based on tax year 2024 rate setting equalized assesssed valuation of $1,020,406,055.
Includes homestead exemption.
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Estimated 20-Year Debt Service Schedule
Hypothetical New Money Scenario
General Obligation Bonds for Library Improvements
Goal: 20-Year Level Annual Debt Service
Dated: 3/1/2027
Hypothetical Amortization (1)
Estimated Tax Rate Impact
Tax Principal Interest Total Net Rate Setting Estimated
(2)
Year (12/1) (6/1 & 12/1) Debt Service EAV B&I Tax Rate (3)
2026 $ 295,000 $ 1,022,938 $ 1,317,938 $ 1,020,406,055 $ 0.1292
2027 525,000 796,375 1,321,375 1,045,916,206 0.1263
2028 550,000 769,500 1,319,500 1,072,064,112 0.1231
2029 580,000 741,250 1,321,250 1,098,865,714 0.1202
2030 610,000 711,500 1,321,500 1,126,337,357 0.1173
2031 640,000 680,250 1,320,250 1,154,495,791 0.1144
2032 670,000 647,500 1,317,500 1,183,358,186 0.1113
2033 705,000 613,125 1,318,125 1,212,942,141 0.1087
2034 745,000 576,875 1,321,875 1,243,265,694 0.1063
2035 780,000 538,750 1,318,750 1,274,347,336 0.1035
2036 820,000 498,750 1,318,750 1,306,206,020 0.1010
2037 865,000 456,625 1,321,625 1,338,861,170 0.0987
2038 905,000 412,375 1,317,375 1,372,332,700 0.0960
2039 955,000 365,875 1,320,875 1,406,641,017 0.0939
2040 1,000,000 317,000 1,317,000 1,441,807,042 0.0913
2041 1,055,000 265,625 1,320,625 1,477,852,219 0.0894
2042 1,110,000 211,500 1,321,500 1,514,798,524 0.0872
2043 1,165,000 154,625 1,319,625 1,552,668,487 0.0850
2044 1,225,000 94,875 1,319,875 1,591,485,199 0.0829
2045 1,285,000 32,125 1,317,125 1,631,272,329 0.0807
2046 - - - 1,672,054,137 -
$ 16,485,000 $ 9,907,438 $ 26,392,438
Estimated True Interest Cost 4.25%
Estimated Net Project Proceeds $ 17,500,000
(1) Based on current market conditions as of 4/3/2026. Assumes S&P 'AA+' rated bonds.
Includes costs of issuance.
(2) Based on tax year 2024 rate setting equalized assesssed valuation of $1,020,406,055.
Assumes 2.5% annual growth.
(3) Estimated B&I Tax Rate is per $100 of assessed valuation.
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Estimated 30-Year Debt Service Schedule
Hypothetical New Money Scenario
General Obligation Bonds for Library Improvements
Goal: 30-Year Level Annual Debt Service
Dated: 3/1/2027
Hypothetical Amortization (1)
Estimated Tax Rate Impact
Tax Principal Interest Total Net Rate Setting Estimated
(2)
Year (12/1) (6/1 & 12/1) Debt Service EAV B&I Tax Rate (3)
2026 $ 55,000 $ 1,038,227 $ 1,093,227 $ 1,020,406,055 $ 0.1071
2027 275,000 822,056 1,097,056 1,045,916,206 0.1049
2028 285,000 808,056 1,093,056 1,072,064,112 0.1020
2029 300,000 793,431 1,093,431 1,098,865,714 0.0995
2030 315,000 778,056 1,093,056 1,126,337,357 0.0970
2031 335,000 761,806 1,096,806 1,154,495,791 0.0950
2032 350,000 744,681 1,094,681 1,183,358,186 0.0925
2033 370,000 726,681 1,096,681 1,212,942,141 0.0904
2034 385,000 707,806 1,092,806 1,243,265,694 0.0879
2035 405,000 688,056 1,093,056 1,274,347,336 0.0858
2036 430,000 667,181 1,097,181 1,306,206,020 0.0840
2037 450,000 645,181 1,095,181 1,338,861,170 0.0818
2038 475,000 622,056 1,097,056 1,372,332,700 0.0799
2039 495,000 597,806 1,092,806 1,406,641,017 0.0777
2040 525,000 572,306 1,097,306 1,441,807,042 0.0761
2041 550,000 545,431 1,095,431 1,477,852,219 0.0741
2042 575,000 517,306 1,092,306 1,514,798,524 0.0721
2043 605,000 487,806 1,092,806 1,552,668,487 0.0704
2044 640,000 456,681 1,096,681 1,591,485,199 0.0689
2045 670,000 423,931 1,093,931 1,631,272,329 0.0671
2046 705,000 391,319 1,096,319 1,672,054,137 0.0656
2047 735,000 358,919 1,093,919 1,713,855,491 0.0638
2048 770,000 324,575 1,094,575 1,756,701,878 0.0623
2049 805,000 288,153 1,093,153 1,800,619,425 0.0607
2050 845,000 249,997 1,094,997 1,845,634,911 0.0593
2051 885,000 209,991 1,094,991 1,891,775,784 0.0579
2052 925,000 167,556 1,092,556 1,939,070,178 0.0563
2053 975,000 122,431 1,097,431 1,987,546,933 0.0552
2054 1,020,000 75,050 1,095,050 2,037,235,606 0.0538
2055 1,070,000 25,413 1,095,413 2,088,166,496 0.0525
2056 - - - 2,140,370,658 -
$ 17,225,000 $ 15,617,949 $ 32,842,949
Estimated True Interest Cost 4.61%
Estimated Net Project Proceeds $ 17,500,000
(1) Based on current market conditions as of 4/3/2026. Assumes S&P 'AA+' rated bonds.
Includes costs of issuance.
(2) Based on tax year 2024 rate setting equalized assesssed valuation of $1,020,406,055.
Assumes 2.5% annual growth.
(3) Estimated B&I Tax Rate is per $100 of assessed valuation.
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Level Bond & Interest Tax Rate
General Obligation Bonds for Library Building Improvements (1)
Goal: Level B&I Tax Rate; Assumes 2.5% Annual EAV Growth
Estimated Net Bond Proceeds
Amortization
$17,500,000
Est. Par Amount $16,520,000
Est. True Interest Cost 4.35%
20-Years
Est. Total Interest $11,029,000
Est. Average Annual Payment $1,377,450
Est. Par Amount $17,515,000
Est. True Interest Cost 4.72%
30-Years
Est. Total Interest $18,436,764
Est. Average Annual Payment $1,198,392
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Based on current market conditions as of 4/3/2026. Assumes S&P 'AA+' rated bonds. Includes costs of
issuance.
1676 Essex Way, Suite 103, O’Fallon, Illinois 62269 - p. 618- 206- 4180 - www.BernardiSecurities.com
Member FINRA / Member SIPC Page 7 of 29
General Obligation Bonds for Library Building Improvements
Goal: Level B&I Tax Rate; Assumes 2.5% Annual EAV Growth
Estimated Homeowner Tax Rate Increase (1)
20-Year Amortization 30-Year Amortization
Est. Net Bond Proceeds $17,500,000 $17,500,000
Est. Average Annual Payment $1,377,450 $1,198,392
Est. New Bond & Interest Tax Rate $0.1057 $0.0806
Market Value
$100,000 $28.89 $22.03
$200,000 $64.12 $48.90
$300,000 $99.36 $75.76
$400,000 $134.59 $102.63
$500,000 $169.82 $129.50
$600,000 $205.06 $156.36
$700,000 $240.29 $183.23
$800,000 $275.52 $210.10
$900,000 $310.76 $236.96
$1,000,000 $345.99 $263.83
(1)
Per $100 of assessed valuation. Based on tax year 2024 rate setting equalized assesssed valuation of $1,020,406,055.
Includes homestead exemption.
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Estimated 20-Year Debt Service Schedule
Hypothetical New Money Scenario
General Obligation Bonds for Library Improvements
Goal: Level B&I Tax Rate; 20-Year Debt Service
Dated: 3/1/2027
Hypothetical Amortization (1)
Estimated Tax Rate Impact
Tax Principal Interest Total Net Rate Setting Estimated
(2)
Year (12/1) (6/1 & 12/1) Debt Service EAV B&I Tax Rate (3)
2026 $ 50,000 $ 1,031,250 $ 1,081,250 $ 1,020,406,055 $ 0.1060
2027 290,000 816,250 1,106,250 1,045,916,206 0.1058
2028 330,000 800,750 1,130,750 1,072,064,112 0.1055
2029 380,000 783,000 1,163,000 1,098,865,714 0.1058
2030 425,000 762,875 1,187,875 1,126,337,357 0.1055
2031 480,000 740,250 1,220,250 1,154,495,791 0.1057
2032 535,000 714,875 1,249,875 1,183,358,186 0.1056
2033 595,000 686,625 1,281,625 1,212,942,141 0.1057
2034 660,000 655,250 1,315,250 1,243,265,694 0.1058
2035 725,000 620,625 1,345,625 1,274,347,336 0.1056
2036 795,000 582,625 1,377,625 1,306,206,020 0.1055
2037 875,000 540,875 1,415,875 1,338,861,170 0.1058
2038 955,000 495,125 1,450,125 1,372,332,700 0.1057
2039 1,040,000 445,250 1,485,250 1,406,641,017 0.1056
2040 1,135,000 390,875 1,525,875 1,441,807,042 0.1058
2041 1,230,000 331,750 1,561,750 1,477,852,219 0.1057
2042 1,335,000 267,625 1,602,625 1,514,798,524 0.1058
2043 1,445,000 198,125 1,643,125 1,552,668,487 0.1058
2044 1,560,000 123,000 1,683,000 1,591,485,199 0.1058
2045 1,680,000 42,000 1,722,000 1,631,272,329 0.1056
2046 - - - 1,672,054,137 -
$ 16,520,000 $ 11,029,000 $ 27,549,000
Estimated True Interest Cost 4.35%
Estimated Net Project Proceeds $ 17,500,000
(1) Based on current market conditions as of 4/3/2026. Assumes S&P 'AA+' rated bonds.
Includes costs of issuance.
(2) Based on tax year 2024 rate setting equalized assesssed valuation of $1,020,406,055.
Assumes 2.5% annual growth.
(3) Estimated B&I Tax Rate is per $100 of assessed valuation.
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Estimated 30-Year Debt Service Schedule
Hypothetical New Money Scenario
General Obligation Bonds for Library Improvements
Goal: Level B&I Tax Rate; 30-Year Debt Service
Dated: 3/1/2027
Hypothetical Amortization (1)
Estimated Tax Rate Impact
Tax Principal Interest Total Net Rate Setting Estimated
(2)
Year (12/1) (6/1 & 12/1) Debt Service EAV B&I Tax Rate (3)
2026 $ - $ 1,045,898 $ 1,045,898 $ 1,020,406,055 $ 0.1025
2027 - 836,719 836,719 1,045,916,206 0.0800
2028 25,000 836,094 861,094 1,072,064,112 0.0803
2029 45,000 834,344 879,344 1,098,865,714 0.0800
2030 70,000 831,469 901,469 1,126,337,357 0.0800
2031 100,000 827,219 927,219 1,154,495,791 0.0803
2032 125,000 821,594 946,594 1,183,358,186 0.0800
2033 160,000 814,469 974,469 1,212,942,141 0.0803
2034 190,000 805,719 995,719 1,243,265,694 0.0801
2035 225,000 795,344 1,020,344 1,274,347,336 0.0801
2036 265,000 783,094 1,048,094 1,306,206,020 0.0802
2037 305,000 768,844 1,073,844 1,338,861,170 0.0802
2038 350,000 752,469 1,102,469 1,372,332,700 0.0803
2039 395,000 733,844 1,128,844 1,406,641,017 0.0803
2040 445,000 712,844 1,157,844 1,441,807,042 0.0803
2041 495,000 689,344 1,184,344 1,477,852,219 0.0801
2042 550,000 663,219 1,213,219 1,514,798,524 0.0801
2043 610,000 634,219 1,244,219 1,552,668,487 0.0801
2044 675,000 602,094 1,277,094 1,591,485,199 0.0802
2045 740,000 566,719 1,306,719 1,631,272,329 0.0801
2046 810,000 529,994 1,339,994 1,672,054,137 0.0801
2047 885,000 491,856 1,376,856 1,713,855,491 0.0803
2048 960,000 449,744 1,409,744 1,756,701,878 0.0802
2049 1,040,000 403,494 1,443,494 1,800,619,425 0.0802
2050 1,125,000 353,428 1,478,428 1,845,634,911 0.0801
2051 1,220,000 299,200 1,519,200 1,891,775,784 0.0803
2052 1,315,000 239,756 1,554,756 1,939,070,178 0.0802
2053 1,420,000 174,800 1,594,800 1,987,546,933 0.0802
2054 1,530,000 104,738 1,634,738 2,037,235,606 0.0802
2055 1,440,000 34,200 1,474,200 2,088,166,496 0.0706
2056 - - - 2,140,370,658 -
$ 17,515,000 $ 18,436,764 $ 35,951,764
Estimated True Interest Cost 4.72%
Estimated Net Project Proceeds $ 17,500,000
(1) Based on current market conditions as of 4/3/2026. Assumes S&P 'AA+' rated bonds.
Includes costs of issuance.
(2) Based on tax year 2024 rate setting equalized assesssed valuation of $1,020,406,055.
Assumes 2.5% annual growth.
(3) Estimated B&I Tax Rate is per $100 of assessed valuation.
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O’Fallon Public Library
Regular Board Meeting Minutes - DRAFT
April 13, 2026
The meeting took place at the O’Fallon Public Library in O’Fallon, IL.
Vice President Linda Mitchell called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call: Linda Mitchell; present, Doug Distler; present, Charla Morton; present,
Vern Hamm; present, Liz Jennings; present, Judy Nicholson; present, Renee Kruep;
present Beth Rowling; Suzanne Rupright and Paige McIntosh were excused.
Consent Agenda: A motion was made by L. Jennings and seconded by D. Distler to
accept the consent agenda. All ayes. Motion carried.
Informational Items: A summary of Intersection Pilot Year, and Ryan presented
IT Allocations and an update on the Together O’Fallon.
March Bills: A motion was made by D. Distler and seconded by L. Jennings to
approve the presented bills. Roll call: aye, L. Mitchell; aye, D. Distler; aye, C.
Morton; aye, V. Hamm; aye, J. Nicholson; aye, L. Jennings; aye, R. Kruep; aye, R.
Kruep. All ayes. Motion carried.
New Business: The appointment of L. Jennings and B. Kruep to the Nomination
Committee was made. A motion was made by L. Jennings and seconded by C.
Morton to approve the new Recognition Policy. All ayes. Motion carried.
Adjournment: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
6:50 pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alicia Tosspon
Recording Secretary
Approved by O’Fallon Public Library Board Action
_________________________________
Charla Morton, Secretary
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Balance Sheet
Through 03/31/26
Detail Listing
Include Rollup Account/Rollup to Account
Current YTD Prior Year
Account Account Description Balance Total Actual Net Change Change %
Fund Category Governmental Funds
Fund Type Special Revenue Fund
Fund 04 - Library Fund
ASSETS
1007 Library - Bank of O'Fallon 24,353.52 29,218.21 (4,864.69) (16.65)
1010
1010 Petty Cash 150.00 150.00 .00 .00
1010.80 Cash Drawers 350.00 350.00 .00 .00
1010 - Totals $500.00 $500.00 $0.00 0.00%
1020 Cash In Bank-First Bank 302,037.71 328,887.70 (26,849.99) (8.16)
1025 Illinois Funds 285,270.65 233,535.80 51,734.85 22.15
1028 First Bank Wealth Management 1,260,620.54 1,215,627.20 44,993.34 3.70
1040 Accounts Receivable 10.40 10.40 .00 .00
1041 Accrued Interest 8,845.49 8,845.49 .00 .00
1070 Taxes Receivable 1,407,000.00 1,407,000.00 .00 .00
1071 Unexpired Insurance 11,654.59 11,654.59 .00 .00
1299
1299.28 Market Value Adj First Bank Wealth 5,061.91 4,893.85 168.06 3.43
1299 - Totals $5,061.91 $4,893.85 $168.06 3.43%
1801 Prepaid Expenses .00 4,495.50 (4,495.50) (100.00)
ASSETS TOTALS $3,305,354.81 $3,244,668.74 $60,686.07 1.87%
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY
LIABILITIES
2304 Accounts Payable Other .00 3,624.89 (3,624.89) (100.00)
2308 Accounts Payable .00 38,010.76 (38,010.76) (100.00)
2310 Accrued Wages .00 24,792.00 (24,792.00) (100.00)
2311 IMRF Ded Payable 5,714.67 6,412.79 (698.12) (10.89)
2318 ER Life Insurance LINA 42.08 .00 42.08 +++
2328 Medical Ded Payable 6,565.85 13,344.61 (6,778.76) (50.80)
2780 Deferred Taxes 1,407,000.00 1,407,000.00 .00 .00
LIABILITIES TOTALS $1,419,322.60 $1,493,185.05 ($73,862.45) (4.95%)
FUND EQUITY
2800 Fund Balance 1,501,976.94 1,501,976.94 .00 .00
2813 Prior Year Adjustment (.07) (.07) .00 .00
2815 Reserve Fund Balance 249,506.82 249,506.82 .00 .00
FUND EQUITY TOTALS Prior to Current Year Changes $1,751,483.69 $1,751,483.69 $0.00 0.00%
Prior Year Fund Equity Adjustment .00 .00
Fund Revenues (1,636,276.57) (1,696,336.66)
Fund Expenses 1,501,776.07 1,598,541.39
FUND EQUITY TOTALS $1,885,984.19 $1,849,278.96 $36,705.23 1.98%
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Balance Sheet
Through 03/31/26
Detail Listing
Include Rollup Account/Rollup to Account
Current YTD Prior Year
Account Account Description Balance Total Actual Net Change Change %
Fund Category Governmental Funds
Fund Type Special Revenue Fund
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY TOTALS $3,305,306.79 $3,342,464.01 ($37,157.22) (1.11%)
Fund 04 - Library Fund Totals $48.02 ($97,795.27) $97,843.29 100.05%
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Balance Sheet
Through 03/31/26
Detail Listing
Include Rollup Account/Rollup to Account
Current YTD Prior Year
Account Account Description Balance Total Actual Net Change Change %
Fund Category Governmental Funds
Fund Type Special Revenue Fund
Fund 74 - Ohlendorf Bequest
ASSETS
1041 Accrued Interest 4,055.64 4,055.64 .00 .00
1212 Investments-First Bank 4,584,562.53 4,425,934.43 158,628.10 3.58
1299 Market Value Adjustment 21,043.71 16,253.29 4,790.42 29.47
ASSETS TOTALS $4,609,661.88 $4,446,243.36 $163,418.52 3.68%
FUND EQUITY
2800 Fund Balance 4,446,243.36 4,446,243.36 .00 .00
FUND EQUITY TOTALS Prior to Current Year Changes $4,446,243.36 $4,446,243.36 $0.00 0.00%
Prior Year Fund Equity Adjustment .00 .00
Fund Revenues (180,428.28) (225,569.22)
Fund Expenses 17,009.76 19,616.95
FUND EQUITY TOTALS $4,609,661.88 $4,652,195.63 ($42,533.75) (0.91%)
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY TOTALS $4,609,661.88 $4,652,195.63 ($42,533.75) (0.91%)
Fund 74 - Ohlendorf Bequest Totals $0.00 ($205,952.27) $205,952.27 100.00%
Fund Type Special Revenue Fund Totals $48.02 ($303,747.54) $303,795.56 100.02%
Fund Category Governmental Funds Totals $48.02 ($303,747.54) $303,795.56 100.02%
Grand Totals $48.02 ($303,747.54) $303,795.56 100.02%
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Budget Performance Report
Fiscal Year to Date 03/31/26
Include Rollup Account and Rollup to Account
Adopted Budget Amended Current Month YTD YTD Budget - YTD % Used/
Account Account Description Budget Amendments Budget Transactions Encumbrances Transactions Transactions Rec'd Prior Year Total
Fund 04 - Library Fund
REVENUE
Department 00 - Revenues
3000 Interest - CD 15,000.00 .00 15,000.00 6,756.95 .00 43,866.44 (28,866.44) 292 61,215.84
3010 Property Taxes 1,407,000.00 .00 1,407,000.00 .00 .00 1,399,183.29 7,816.71 99 1,329,535.46
3018 Trust Account Distribution 23,000.00 .00 23,000.00 14,072.25 .00 28,144.50 (5,144.50) 122 25,701.15
3024 TIF Surplus 14,000.00 .00 14,000.00 .00 .00 .00 14,000.00 0 23,640.26
3072 Interest - IL Funds 7,000.00 .00 7,000.00 905.08 .00 9,844.08 (2,844.08) 141 9,954.16
3100 Pers Prop Replace Tax 12,000.00 .00 12,000.00 468.40 .00 8,541.28 3,458.72 71 9,724.00
3300 Vending Machines 7,000.00 .00 7,000.00 .00 .00 5,006.16 1,993.84 72 6,326.37
3685 Merchandise Sales .00 .00 .00 (32.99) .00 (2,463.95) 2,463.95 +++ .00
3763 Interest - Bank Operations .00 .00 .00 39.78 .00 634.22 (634.22) +++ 31.47
3780 Dividends 2,000.00 .00 2,000.00 265.58 .00 5,693.12 (3,693.12) 285 5,479.62
3821 Special Gifts 45,000.00 .00 45,000.00 1,559.76 .00 17,190.35 27,809.65 38 28,712.58
3823 Miscellaneous Income/Reimbursement .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 224.89 (224.89) +++ 66,620.12
3841 Per Capita Grant 47,500.00 .00 47,500.00 .00 .00 47,626.28 (126.28) 100 47,949.17
3858 Lost Materials 5,000.00 .00 5,000.00 563.55 .00 5,384.31 (384.31) 108 6,663.51
3871 Fines 500.00 .00 500.00 349.65 .00 1,192.85 (692.85) 239 1,296.75
3880 Non-Resident Cards 18,000.00 .00 18,000.00 1,034.00 .00 19,014.77 (1,014.77) 106 21,505.68
3891 Passport Fee 18,000.00 .00 18,000.00 2,380.00 .00 20,615.40 (2,615.40) 115 24,845.00
3892 Photocopier 26,000.00 .00 26,000.00 2,694.15 .00 26,410.52 (410.52) 102 21,864.04
3941 Unrealized Gain (Loss) .00 .00 .00 (1,097.62) .00 168.06 (168.06) +++ 5,271.48
3948 Transfer from Cash Reserves 9,409.00 .00 9,409.00 .00 .00 .00 9,409.00 0 .00
Department 00 - Revenues Totals $1,656,409.00 $0.00 $1,656,409.00 $29,958.54 $0.00 $1,636,276.57 $20,132.43 99% $1,696,336.66
REVENUE TOTALS $1,656,409.00 $0.00 $1,656,409.00 $29,958.54 $0.00 $1,636,276.57 $20,132.43 99% $1,696,336.66
EXPENSE
Department 01 - Expenses
4000 Salaries 489,035.00 .00 489,035.00 35,456.70 .00 431,175.83 57,859.17 88 380,815.88
4001 Part Time Salaries 368,000.00 .00 368,000.00 27,025.95 .00 298,236.24 69,763.76 81 401,663.73
4012 Medicare/Social Security Employer 55,000.00 .00 55,000.00 4,687.52 .00 54,923.26 76.74 100 58,904.16
4020 Pension 51,500.00 .00 51,500.00 26,148.39 .00 65,734.51 (14,234.51) 128 46,511.08
4030 Medical Insurance 115,060.00 .00 115,060.00 8,359.23 .00 96,252.73 18,807.27 84 94,898.65
4031 Dental & Vision Insurance 5,030.00 .00 5,030.00 356.00 .00 3,766.66 1,263.34 75 3,810.68
4032 Life Insurance 505.00 .00 505.00 33.94 .00 450.89 54.11 89 498.39
4060 Unemployment Compensation 5,000.00 .00 5,000.00 387.11 .00 3,469.91 1,530.09 69 5,012.85
4100 Maintenance Bldgs 60,000.00 .00 60,000.00 1,467.60 .00 61,863.97 (1,863.97) 103 65,909.90
4150 Maintenance Grounds 13,000.00 .00 13,000.00 .00 .00 5,011.01 7,988.99 39 5,817.00
4210 Worker Comp Insurance 500.00 .00 500.00 .00 .00 520.00 (20.00) 104 348.73
4220 General Insurance 16,500.00 .00 16,500.00 .00 .00 18,872.00 (2,372.00) 114 15,623.27
4230 Telephone 4,600.00 .00 4,600.00 350.12 .00 4,871.60 (271.60) 106 6,240.75
4260 Utilities 30,000.00 .00 30,000.00 5,590.17 .00 55,493.97 (25,493.97) 185 27,095.95
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Budget Performance Report
Fiscal Year to Date 03/31/26
Include Rollup Account and Rollup to Account
Adopted Budget Amended Current Month YTD YTD Budget - YTD % Used/
Account Account Description Budget Amendments Budget Transactions Encumbrances Transactions Transactions Rec'd Prior Year Total
Fund 04 - Library Fund
EXPENSE
Department 01 - Expenses
4290 Travel Expense 6,000.00 .00 6,000.00 .00 .00 2,268.96 3,731.04 38 6,587.56
4303 Marketing/Advertising 5,000.00 .00 5,000.00 65.86 .00 7,215.27 (2,215.27) 144 18,667.74
4320 Training 9,500.00 .00 9,500.00 534.94 .00 2,917.46 6,582.54 31 10,522.29
4321 Disbursements to Other Agencies 16,000.00 .00 16,000.00 229.52 .00 13,810.43 2,189.57 86 18,642.50
4330 Postage 6,500.00 .00 6,500.00 390.31 .00 4,755.86 1,744.14 73 7,020.80
4340 Computer Services 52,200.00 .00 52,200.00 488.38 .00 57,894.93 (5,694.93) 111 55,532.56
4345 IT Support/Services 7,000.00 .00 7,000.00 70.80 .00 3,350.81 3,649.19 48 5,070.15
4360 Accounting Services 8,000.00 .00 8,000.00 .00 .00 4,577.98 3,422.02 57 4,445.00
4361 Payroll Processing Services 4,000.00 .00 4,000.00 252.07 .00 2,549.86 1,450.14 64 4,364.35
4380 Legal Services 4,000.00 .00 4,000.00 1,250.00 .00 2,338.50 1,661.50 58 5,469.00
4390 Professional Service 30,000.00 .00 30,000.00 10,224.37 .00 20,940.60 9,059.40 70 25,881.34
4401 Purchases from Donated Funds 30,000.00 .00 30,000.00 7,126.89 .00 64,994.56 (34,994.56) 217 3,579.62
4412 Furnishings 5,000.00 .00 5,000.00 4,405.23 .00 5,685.76 (685.76) 114 10,260.88
4416 Dues 2,500.00 .00 2,500.00 .00 .00 1,453.90 1,046.10 58 2,024.00
4423 Service Charges 8,000.00 .00 8,000.00 526.59 .00 6,754.36 1,245.64 84 8,191.32
4460 Special Event Program/sup 20,000.00 .00 20,000.00 1,786.59 .00 13,949.74 6,050.26 70 17,343.64
4680 Office & Operating Supplies 32,000.00 .00 32,000.00 3,611.35 .00 24,694.07 7,305.93 77 39,300.06
4690 Uniforms .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 +++ 77.24
4710 Publications 120,000.00 .00 120,000.00 7,476.44 .00 110,173.85 9,826.15 92 151,870.11
4783 Insurance Deductible 500.00 .00 500.00 .00 .00 .00 500.00 0 .00
4795 Transfer for IT Allocation 54,772.00 .00 54,772.00 .00 .00 29,347.81 25,424.19 54 45,897.40
4801 EE Engagement & Recognition 1,000.00 .00 1,000.00 .00 .00 1,939.68 (939.68) 194 1,889.93
4858 Vending Mach Recpts/Disb 5,000.00 .00 5,000.00 398.00 .00 4,007.05 992.95 80 5,274.13
4884 ImprovementsOtherThanBldg .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 +++ 31,634.99
4952 Lease Principal GASB87 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 +++ 5,376.08
4953 Lease Interest GASB87 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 +++ 467.68
4954 Equipment Lease Payment 3,680.00 .00 3,680.00 362.78 .00 3,485.05 194.95 95 .00
4995 Transfer for Park Services 12,027.00 .00 12,027.00 .00 .00 12,027.00 .00 100 .00
Department 01 - Expenses Totals $1,656,409.00 $0.00 $1,656,409.00 $149,062.85 $0.00 $1,501,776.07 $154,632.93 91% $1,598,541.39
EXPENSE TOTALS $1,656,409.00 $0.00 $1,656,409.00 $149,062.85 $0.00 $1,501,776.07 $154,632.93 91% $1,598,541.39
Fund 04 - Library Fund Totals
REVENUE TOTALS 1,656,409.00 .00 1,656,409.00 29,958.54 .00 1,636,276.57 20,132.43 99% 1,696,336.66
EXPENSE TOTALS 1,656,409.00 .00 1,656,409.00 149,062.85 .00 1,501,776.07 154,632.93 91% 1,598,541.39
Fund 04 - Library Fund Totals $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 ($119,104.31) $0.00 $134,500.50 ($134,500.50) $97,795.27
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Budget Performance Report
Fiscal Year to Date 03/31/26
Include Rollup Account and Rollup to Account
Adopted Budget Amended Current Month YTD YTD Budget - YTD % Used/
Account Account Description Budget Amendments Budget Transactions Encumbrances Transactions Transactions Rec'd Prior Year Total
Fund 74 - Ohlendorf Bequest
REVENUE
Department 00 - Revenues
3002 Interest - Investment 50,000.00 .00 50,000.00 643.37 .00 157,478.21 (107,478.21) 315 196,385.58
3780 Dividends .00 .00 .00 12,855.35 .00 18,837.57 (18,837.57) +++ 9,257.18
3941 Unrealized Gain (Loss) .00 .00 .00 (3,265.76) .00 4,112.50 (4,112.50) +++ 19,926.46
Department 00 - Revenues Totals $50,000.00 $0.00 $50,000.00 $10,232.96 $0.00 $180,428.28 ($130,428.28) 361% $225,569.22
REVENUE TOTALS $50,000.00 $0.00 $50,000.00 $10,232.96 $0.00 $180,428.28 ($130,428.28) 361% $225,569.22
EXPENSE
Department 01 - Expenses
4772 Investment Transfer 50,000.00 .00 50,000.00 .00 .00 .00 50,000.00 0 .00
4806 Trust Fees .00 .00 .00 1,565.12 .00 17,009.76 (17,009.76) +++ 19,616.95
Department 01 - Expenses Totals $50,000.00 $0.00 $50,000.00 $1,565.12 $0.00 $17,009.76 $32,990.24 34% $19,616.95
EXPENSE TOTALS $50,000.00 $0.00 $50,000.00 $1,565.12 $0.00 $17,009.76 $32,990.24 34% $19,616.95
Fund 74 - Ohlendorf Bequest Totals
REVENUE TOTALS 50,000.00 .00 50,000.00 10,232.96 .00 180,428.28 (130,428.28) 361% 225,569.22
EXPENSE TOTALS 50,000.00 .00 50,000.00 1,565.12 .00 17,009.76 32,990.24 34% 19,616.95
Fund 74 - Ohlendorf Bequest Totals $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $8,667.84 $0.00 $163,418.52 ($163,418.52) $205,952.27
Grand Totals
REVENUE TOTALS 1,706,409.00 .00 1,706,409.00 40,191.50 .00 1,816,704.85 (110,295.85) 106% 1,921,905.88
EXPENSE TOTALS 1,706,409.00 .00 1,706,409.00 150,627.97 .00 1,518,785.83 187,623.17 89% 1,618,158.34
Grand Totals $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 ($110,436.47) $0.00 $297,919.02 ($297,919.02) $303,747.54
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Director’s Monthly Report
Administration
Tax season wrapped up with another strong year through our AARP partnership. A total
of 993 federal and state returns were filed at the library. Based on the average cost of
paid tax preparation, that represents an estimated $263,000 in savings for local
residents. In addition, filers secured $1,001,827 in federal refunds and $29,109 in state
refunds. Federal refunds were notably higher this year due to a new credit available to
seniors.
The Friends of the Library Book Sale generated $17,011 in total sales. While slightly
down from last year, this remains a very strong result. Anytime we surpass $15,000, it’s
a success. Over the five-day sale, 3,797 people visited, which is roughly 2,000 more
than the same five-day period the week prior.
We participated in the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual 8th Grade Career Fair, where
56 students stopped by to learn more about working at the library. This continues to be
a valuable opportunity to connect with teens, promote our Summer Reading Challenge
and volunteer opportunities, and strengthen relationships with other local organizations.
Our community survey is now live. Postcards began arriving to households in late April,
supported by a coordinated outreach effort that included social media, email, and in-
library promotion, including during the book sale. Paper copies are also available at the
library. We are aiming for at least 700 responses. Results will be incorporated into the
Together O’Fallon presentation in June.
Speaking of Together O’Fallon, their Community Information Session held on April 23
saw approximately 30 community members cycle through the event. At this time, no
additional public events are scheduled.
Work is also underway with Rescigno’s, our fundraising consultant. An initial list of 50
strong prospects has been identified. Letters of introduction will be sent in early May,
with interviews scheduled for the weeks of May 18 and May 29. Following this phase,
the team will compile reporting and a feasibility analysis to share with the Board.
The library’s fiscal year concluded on April 30. Final year-end figures will be presented
at the July Board meeting.
Circulation
The Circulation Department continued to provide dependable and responsive customer
service throughout a particularly busy month at the library. Staff played an important
role in helping manage increased traffic during the Friends of the Library Book Sale,
assisting patrons throughout the building while helping maintain smooth day-to-day
operations at the circulation desk.
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In addition to frontline service, the team has continued updating displays and supporting
the overall appearance and organization of public spaces throughout the library. Despite
currently operating short one staff member, the department has continued to function
efficiently and effectively thanks to a cohesive team approach and a strong willingness
among staff to support one another wherever needed.
Adult Services
Adult Services had a very strong month for passport services, processing 96 passports
during April. Demand for passport appointments continues to remain high and reflects
the community’s ongoing reliance on the library for essential services.
The department also continues to support the library’s growing technology and maker-
related services. Noah has taken on an increased role in helping manage and
administer the library’s 3D printing service, working alongside Jordan in Youth Services
to help ensure the service continues operating smoothly. This collaboration has helped
strengthen coordination across departments while supporting patron demand for 3D
printing.
During the month, IT staff quickly identified and resolved a patron privacy issue related
to browser and session data on public computers. While the issue was being
addressed, Adult Services staff did an excellent job adapting to the situation and
managing the additional responsibility of manually wiping patron data after each session
to ensure patron privacy and security remained protected.
Youth Services
The Youth Services Department continues to see strong and consistent engagement
across its 20 ongoing monthly programs, with steady attendance and new families
regularly joining activities. These programs remain an important part of promoting early
literacy, creativity, and community connection. Staff have also continued developing
creative passive programming throughout the department. Recent displays included
“April Showers Bring May Flowers,” featuring uniquely decorated raindrops, and
“Rooted, Resilient, and Ready to Fly,” a dandelion-themed display honoring military
service members and their families. Julie also represented the library at YMCA Healthy
Kids Day on April 18, connecting with approximately 52 families while promoting library
services, upcoming events, and the Summer Reading Program.
In addition to ongoing programming, the team has been heavily focused on preparations
for this year’s Summer Reading Program. Mae finalized the youth reading booklets and
created a variety of eye-catching displays to help generate excitement throughout the
department. Sara developed a new Teen Bingo Card designed to encourage
independent reading and engagement among teen participants. Jordan has also been
assisting with activities and games for the Summer Reading Kickoff Event scheduled for
May 30. Behind the scenes, staff have spent considerable time organizing a full summer
lineup that will include educational, creative, and wellness-focused programming for
youth and families. The Youth Services Team continues to provide a welcoming
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environment that supports literacy, learning, and meaningful community experiences for
children and their families.
Personnel
Traci Sipes retired at the end of April after seventeen years with the library. Alicia
Tosspon has taken over Traci’s duties as Administrative Assistant.
Interviews are complete for the open part-time position in Circulation. A new person
should be starting in the coming weeks.
Upcoming
At the June meeting, the board will receive a final report from the Together O’Fallon
committee. The Food and Drink Policy is up for regular every-other-year review. An
annual statistical report will also be reviewed, providing insights on some key library
metrics.
Ryan Johnson
Library Director
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Organizational Chart
The Public
Board of
Trustees
Director
Youth Services Public Services
Manager Manager
Administrative
Assistant
Circulation
Youth Services
Services
Lead
Lead
Cataloger
Youth Services Circulation
Adult Staff Staff
Services
Manager
Pages
Adult Services
Staff
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Team Members
Director Catalog Lead
Ryan Johnson Shawnna Maki
Public Services Manager Administrative Assistant
Laura Picato Alicia Tosspon
Circulation Services Lead Adult Services Manager
Katie Gordon Stephanie Favela
Circulation Staff Adult Services Staff
Allie Brown Benjamin August
Jo Gunnink Noah Cheek
Cheryl Jacobson Emily Stoltz
Maggie Favia
Breanna Mercer Youth Services Manager
Staci Miller Julie Turns
Sharon Ray
Open Youth Services Lead
Jordan Thompson
Pages
Peyton Hobson Youth Service Staff
Gabby Johnson Sara Belvin
Merrill Powell Mae Chapman
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A B C
1
2 March Bills
3 GL Account & Description Vendor Name Paid
4 04-01 4100 - Maintenance Bldgs Dutch Hollow Supplies $562.55
5 04-01 4100 - Maintenance Bldgs Firewise Safety Solutions LLC $175.00
6 04-01 4100 - Maintenance Bldgs Kone Inc $730.05
7 04-01 4230 - Telephone RingCentral Inc $350.12
8 04-01 4260 - Utilities AmerenIP $1,650.66
9 04-01 4260 - Utilities Clearwave Fiber $35.19
10 04-01 4260 - Utilities Homefield Energy $1,982.02
11 04-01 4260 - Utilities Homefield Energy $1,723.36
12 04-01 4260 - Utilities Spectrum Enterprise $41.03
13 04-01 4260 - Utilities Spectrum Enterprise $101.24
14 04-01 4260 - Utilities Spectrum Enterprise $56.67
15 04-01 4303 - Marketing/Advertising Amazon $65.86
16 04-01 4320 - Training Commerce Bank $198.94
17 04-01 4320 - Training IL Library Assn $336.00
18 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Centralia Regional Library District $30.00
19 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Evans Public Library $27.75
20 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Fairview Hts Public Library $16.99
21 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Harding University $72.84
22 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Louis Latzer Memorial Public Library $18.00
23 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Metropolis Public Library $16.00
24 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Monroe County Public Library $11.95
25 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Six Mile Regional Library District $25.99
26 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies Tolono Public Library $10.00
27 04-01 4330 - Postage Amazon $141.60
28 04-01 4330 - Postage RAMP $248.71
29 04-01 4340 - Computer Services Commerce Bank $20.00
30 04-01 4340 - Computer Services Commerce Bank $161.54
31 04-01 4340 - Computer Services Today's Business Solutions Inc $306.84
32 04-01 4345 - IT Support/Services Williams Office Products Inc $70.80
33 04-01 4361 - Payroll Processing Services Paycor $252.07
34 04-01 4380 - Legal Services Lowenbaum Law LLC $1,250.00
35 04-01 4390 - Professional Service Commerce Bank $224.37
36 04-01 4390 - Professional Service Rescigno's Fundraising $10,000.00
37 04-01 4401 - Purchases from Donated Funds Commerce Bank $906.88
38 04-01 4401 - Purchases from Donated Funds Creative Entourage Agency $1,797.30
39 04-01 4401 - Purchases from Donated Funds Midwest Tape LLC $4,422.71
40 04-01 4412 - Furnishings Library Store $4,405.23
41 04-01 4460 - Special Event Program/sup Amazon $436.45
42 04-01 4460 - Special Event Program/sup Commerce Bank $36.36
43 04-01 4460 - Special Event Program/sup Modern Marketing Inc $1,313.78
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A B C
44 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies Amazon $1,151.57
45 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies BayScan Technologies LLC $387.44
46 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies Commerce Bank $0.99
47 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies DEMCO $379.11
48 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies DEMCO $117.86
49 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies DEMCO $172.20
50 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies DEMCO $195.93
51 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies PCDUSA LLC $953.75
52 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies RAMP $94.54
53 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies Staples Inc $78.98
54 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies Staples Inc $78.98
55 04-01 4710 - Publications Amazon $1,023.04
56 04-01 4710 - Publications Commerce Bank $389.73
57 04-01 4710 - Publications Commerce Bank $11.99
58 04-01 4710 - Publications Commerce Bank $64.97
59 04-01 4710 - Publications Follett Content Solutions LLC $111.11
60 04-01 4710 - Publications Grey House Publishing $312.00
61 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $118.88
62 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $41.20
63 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $232.57
64 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $14.40
65 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $17.24
66 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $436.88
67 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $298.73
68 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $65.24
69 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $63.57
70 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $43.11
71 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $247.62
72 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $371.37
73 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $154.10
74 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $191.76
75 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $19.95
76 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $80.44
77 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $344.29
78 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $101.42
79 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $34.07
80 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $26.99
81 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $41.51
82 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $244.44
83 04-01 4710 - Publications Ingram Library Services $18.82
84 04-01 4710 - Publications Value Line Publishing LLC $2,355.00
85 04-01 4858 - Vending Mach Recpts/Disb Cantaloupe Inc $398.00
86 04-01 4954 - Equipment Lease Payment SumnerOne Leasing $56.17
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A B C
87 04-01 4954 - Equipment Lease Payment SumnerOne Leasing $306.61
88 Total $46,081.42
89
90
91 Category Totals
92 04-01 4100 - Maintenance Bldgs $1,467.60
93 04-01 4230 - Telephone $350.12
94 04-01 4260 - Utilities $5,590.17
95 04-01 4303 - Marketing/Advertising $65.86
96 04-01 4320 - Training $534.94
97 04-01 4321 - Disbursements to Other Agencies $229.52
98 04-01 4330 - Postage $390.31
99 04-01 4340 - Computer Services $488.38
100 04-01 4345 - IT Support/Services $70.80
101 04-01 4361 - Payroll Processing Services $252.07
102 04-01 4380 - Legal Services $1,250.00
103 04-01 4390 - Professional Service $10,224.37
104 04-01 4401 - Purchases from Donated Funds $7,126.89
105 04-01 4412 - Furnishings $4,405.23
106 04-01 4460 - Special Event Program/sup $1,786.59
107 04-01 4680 - Office & Operating Supplies $3,611.35
108 04-01 4710 - Publications $7,476.44
109 04-01 4858 - Vending Mach Recpts/Disb $398.00
110 04-01 4954 - Equipment Lease Payment $362.78
111 Total $46,081.42
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Library Card Policy
Purpose
At the O’Fallon Public Library, we believe everyone should have easy access to library resources.
Our library card policy is designed to be fair, accessible, and in accordance with Illinois state law
and regional library system guidelines. This policy outlines who is eligible for a library card, what
documents are required, and the different types of cards we offer.
Getting a Library Card
Who Can Get a Card
Anyone who lives within the O’Fallon Public Library’s taxing area is eligible for a library card. We
also offer cards for certain non-residents, business owners, students, veterans, and others (details
below). All library cards provide full access to physical and digital collections, programs, and
services.
Required Documents
To get a library card, adult applicants (18+) must provide:
• A valid state or federal photo ID to verify identity, and
• Two documents that verify current address, such as:
o Utility bills
o Pay stubs
o Official mail dated within the last 30 days
o Lease or mortgage documents
o Parcel/property tax information
o A current state-issued ID with your address
We will also accept other documents that reasonably verify identity and address. Digital versions of
these documents are accepted.
Minors (Under Age 18)
Children and teens (ages 0–17) may receive a library card with the permission of a parent or legal
guardian. In order to request a card for a child, existing parent/guardian accounts must be in good
standing. The parent/guardian must provide the same documents as listed above. Teens ages 15–
17 may also apply on their own with valid ID and address verification.
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Card Types and Eligibility
Resident Cards
The O’Fallon Public Library is locally funded by property taxes paid by persons who live or own
property within the library's taxing area. If you live or own real estate within this area, your taxes
support the library and a card can be issued at no charge. This is known as a Resident
Card. Resident cards are good for three years.
Non-Resident Cards
If you live outside the O’Fallon Public Library’s taxing area and do not fall under another public
library's taxing area, you can purchase a Non-Resident Card. Non-Resident fees are calculated
using a tax bill method. If you own your home, the fee is determined by the following
formula: Fee = Net Taxable Value x Library's Current Tax Rate. If you are a renter, the annual fee is
simply one-tenth of your monthly rent.
Some non-residents do not have traditional rent or taxable value to use in the above calculations.
People residing in mobile homes, base housing, or assisted living facilities fall into this category. In
these situations, the cost for a library card is $30 annually in an effort to be fair and equitable.
Non-resident cards are good for one year.
Non-residents may also qualify for a library card via one of the provisions below.
A non-resident is defined as "an individual residing in Illinois whose principal residence is not within
a public library service area" [23 Ill. Adm. Code 3050.10].
Non-Resident Property Owners
Free for non-residents who own property that pays taxes to the O’Fallon Public Library.
Non-Resident Business Owners
Free for business owners who lease or own a physical commercial property in the O’Fallon Public
Library taxing area. One card is issued in the business name to the owner.
Non-Resident “Cards for Kids”
Free library cards are available for children and teens who:
• Live outside any library taxing district, and
• Reside within the boundaries of O’Fallon District 90, O’Fallon Township High School
District 203, or Central School District 104
There is no minimum age to receive a card:
• Children under age 15 may receive a card with permission from a parent or legal guardian.
• Teens age 15 and older may apply on their own with valid ID and proof of address.
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A parent, guardian, or the applicant must provide documentation verifying residence within one of
the eligible school districts.
These cards are made possible through the Cards for Kids Act (Public Act 101-632) and the
Expanded Cards for Kids Act (Public Act 102-0843).
Non-Resident City of O’Fallon Employees
Free for non-residents employed by the City of O’Fallon. Valid city ID, employee email, or HR
verification is required. Additional cards may be issued to members of the same household with
proper ID and proof of residence.
Non-Resident Disabled Veterans
Disabled veterans can qualify for a free non-resident library card through the Homestead
exemption for Veterans (35 ILCS 200/15-169 (b-3) (3)). This benefit is available to veterans with a
service-connected disability of 70 percent or more who are Illinois residents but live outside a
library’s taxing area. This benefit can be claimed at the public library nearest their residence.
To qualify, veterans must provide proof of their disabled status, through documentation such as a
VA disability award letter or St. Clair County property tax information.
Temporary and Unhoused Residents
Temporary Residents
Individuals temporarily living in shelters, hotels, or motels within the library’s service area may
receive a 90-day card. Required documents:
• Valid state or federal photo ID
• A letter on shelter or hotel letterhead signed by management confirming temporary
residency
Unhoused Residents
Individuals without a fixed residence but who stay within the library’s service area may also receive
a 90-day card. Required documents:
• Valid state or federal photo ID
• A piece of mail addressed to the applicant at a location within the library’s service area
If needed, the library can mail a letter to help establish address verification.
Reciprocal Borrowers
Residents of Illinois who pay taxes to a public library that is not part of the SHARE system may be
eligible for a reciprocal borrower account. To register, their home library must confirm that their
account is active and in good standing.
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Card Use and Account Responsibilities
• Library cardholders are responsible for all materials checked out on their card.
• Lost or damaged materials may result in replacement fees.
• By applying for a card, patrons agree to follow all library policies and guidelines.
• Parents/guardians are responsible for the accounts of minors.
Expiration and Renewal
• Resident cards are valid for three years and may be renewed once residency is verified.
Non-resident cards are valid for one year and may be renewed using the same eligibility
requirements used to establish the card.
• Temporary and special-use cards (e.g., for the unhoused) expire after 90 days and may be
renewed with updated documentation.
• Cards will be deactivated if the cardholder moves outside the library’s service area.
Special Circumstances
• Patrons with dual residency or shared custody may be eligible for multiple cards.
• Patrons moving from another library system must be in good standing (no outstanding fines
or fees) to receive a new card.
• Previous library accounts may be merged into the new O’Fallon Public Library record.
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