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Madison Public Library to Accept $20,000 Donation

Original title: Authorizing Madison Public Library to accept, and appropriate, a $20,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York in the 2026 Operating Budget.

Record date · March 5, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Madison Public Library Board has approved the acceptance and appropriation of a $20,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York. These funds will be incorporated into the library's 2026 .

Why it matters

The library's 2026 will increase by $20,000 to support library services and operations through this private donation.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Madison Public Library

The library receives $20,000 in additional funding for its 2026 operating budget.

Directly affected

Carnegie Corporation of New York

The organization is the donor of the $20,000 gift.

Key Facts

  • The Madison Public Library is authorized to accept a $20,000 gift.
  • The gift is provided by the Carnegie Corporation of New York.
  • The funds are to be appropriated into the 2026 Operating Budget.
  • The legislative file number for this action is 91704.
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  • The action was introduced on January 28, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the source of the $20,000?
The funds are a gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York.
How will the money be used?
The funds are being d into the library's 2026 .

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Connected Entities

Madison Public Library, Carnegie Corporation of New York
OrganizationMadison Public Library“The recipient of the donation.”Map →
OrganizationCarnegie Corporation of New York“The entity providing the $20,000 gift.”Map →

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