An annual, board-approved budget designed to address community needs as defined in the long range plan.

• Written budgets ensure fiscal accountability and transparency.
• The budget should reflect the priorities that are outlined in the library’s long-range plan.
• Drafting the annual budget should be a joint project between the Board and Director.
• Use the previous year as a guide but forecast known and possible changes to avoid shortfalls.
• To be in compliance with Standard 11, your annual budget will need to be posted to the library’s website.