Library Temporarily Increases Book Budget Following Distributor Closure

Beecher Public Library District Meeting | October 2025

Article Summary: The Beecher Public Library District Board voted to increase its book purchasing budget for two months after receiving a report regarding a supplier closure.

Library Operations Key Points:

• Budget Increase: The board raised the book budget from $1,500 to $2,500 for a two-month period.

• Supplier News: Director Grosso reported that book distributor Baker and Taylor has gone out of business.

• Attendance Stats: Storytime programs saw 121 children attend over a four-week period.

The Beecher Public Library District Board of Trustees authorized a temporary increase in spending for materials during its meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, following a report on industry changes.

Director Grosso reported to the board that Baker and Taylor, a major library book distributor, has gone out of business. In response to the operational landscape, Trustee Douglas Short made a motion to increase the amount of money allocated for books from $1,500 to $2,500.

The minutes specify that this increase is approved “for 2 months only.” The motion was seconded by newly appointed Trustee Dorothy Keppler-Abbott and passed unanimously.

Director Grosso also provided updates on library programming and attendance. Over a four-week period, 121 children attended Storytime sessions. Additionally, 43 people attended the Randy Walker show.