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Library Seeks Funding Amid Staff Shortage | Wichita News
Wichita’s city council faces a tough budget crunch as they weigh vital community needs—especially after the library board asks for $1.4 million to hire more staff and avoid cutting hours amid a 25% staffing shortage. Library advocate Lauren Hirsch argues the library is far more than books—it’s a lifeline for families, education, and skill-building. Mayor Lily Wu and Councilwoman Becky Tuttle acknowledge the urgency, balancing library needs against critical public safety investments like a new fire station, while urging community input as they navigate these tough tradeoffs. Listen in…
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