Adopted Budget FY 2018-2019

General Fund
Library Palmview
www.mcallenlibrary.net/locations/palmview
Mission
Statement:
McAllen Public Library
is a dynamic civic
resource that
promotes the open
exchange of ideas
through free access to
information and
connects a culturally
diverse population
with the global
community.
--approved by the
Library Board,
November 2008
Contact Us:
Sylvia Marichalar
Branch Manager
3401 Jordan Avenue
McAllen, TX 78503
(956) 688-3322
Department Summary
Actual Adj. Budget Estimated Budget
Expenditure Detail: 16-17 17-18 17-18 18-19
Personnel Services
Salaries and Wages $ 323,440 $ 354,269 $ 338,748 $ 349,544
Employee Benefits 92,626 105,697 105,697 97,249
Supplies 14,770 10,200 8,300 10,200
Other Services and Charges 8,473 9,993 9,180 9,993
Maintenance 180 5,500 3,650 5,500
Operations Subtotal 439,490 485,659 465,575 472,486
Capital Outlay 25,067 25,400 25,400 20,000
Total Expenditures $ 464,557 $ 511,059 $ 490,975 $ 492,486
PERSONNEL
Exempt 3 3 3 3
Non-Exempt 7 7 7 7
Part-Time 1 2 2 2
Total Positions Authorized 11 12 12 12
MAJOR FY 18-19 GOALS
1.) Continue to provide library services and resources in a variety of formats to meet users' need.
2.) Provide engaging programming and community outreach to meet the needs of children, teens, and adults.
3.) Increase opportunities for staff professional development in technology competencies.
4.) Continue to partner with community organizations to provide programs and services to help meet community needs.
5.) Develop implement, and analyze public needs and programming outcome survey to improve delivery of service.
6.) Continue to provide a library collection to meet the needs of a growing and diverse community.
7.) Continue to provide literacy services for birth to school-age children to prepare them to succeed in school.
8.) Offer instructor-led classes for adults to improve English and support workforce development.
9.) Continue offering in-person adult ESL and citizenship classes.
10.) Provide STEAM-based learning opportunities for children and teens.
11.)Ensure that the library is an inclusive, respectful space that welcomes and provides access to all people
12.)Ensure that the library collection and programming reflect the diversity of the community we service.
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