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Doors open for new-look library The King County Library System took over operation of the Enumclaw library in June By Dennis Box Editor
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The Enumclaw library opened its doors Saturday afternoon to a large gathering, showcasing the renovations made since the King County Library System took over operations. Folks of all ages attended to get a look at the updated interior and services. There were speakers, entertainers and, of course, plenty of cookies. Nancy Stewart sang and played guitar for the kids and the Gateway Concert Band performed. According to information sent by KCLS, “More than 7,000 Enumclaw residents now have KCLS library cards, nearly 13,000 have been to the library, and they’ve checked out nearly 35,000 items from so far.” Enumclaw Mayor Liz Reynolds said in an email, “The library has come alive and is just buzzing with a new energy. It is very apparent that more and more people are becoming reengaged and excited about the new structure that KCLS has brought to the community library.” Library Advisory Board President Richard Elfers spoke at the event and noted the improvements and increased hours. In a release Elfers said, “I’m delighted the Enumclaw library is now in the hands of the best library system in the
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City Council takes last look at 2013 general budget By Kevin Hanson Senior Writer
The long, arduous process of crafting a 2013 spending plan is nearing completion for members of the Enumclaw City Council. The council is expected to adopt
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Chloe Johnson, 4, dances with bells to the music of Nancy Stewart at the open house event Saturday at the Enumclaw Library. Dennis Box, The Courier-Herald
a budget for the coming year during its Monday meeting, which begins at 7:30 p.m. in council chambers of Enumclaw City Hall, 1313 Griffin Ave. City Administrator Mike Thomas said the good news found in this year’s budget comes in the
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general budget, which is the Enumclaw Chamber of not being slashed as much Commerce received $5,000 as in recent years. City at the beginning of the year leaders were pressured to and another $5,000 later; find “new efficiencies” durthis time, the chamber is ing the recent lean years, he getting the full $10,000 up said, and the general fund front. Mike Thomas is in better condition this On a negative note, time around. Thomas said not much Hit hard since 2008 money is available for capihave been the outside agencies that tal projects. An exception comes counted on a city contribution to in the allocation for road repairs; stay afloat. Thomas said the coun- very little has been made available cil has funded those groups to the same tune as in 2012. A year ago, See Budget, Page 3
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