-In a rapidly changing Seattle,
our public-library system
is at the heart of a healthy,
equitable, and livable city.
Libraries give all people,
regardless of background or income,
the opportunity to learn and excel
through educational resources and classes.
In addition to books, materials,
and online resources
for all Seattle residents,
our libraries offer
essential programs and support
for Seattle's kids, families,
and most vulnerable residents,
from after-school homework help
to online access to job listings
and housing assistance.
These important programs
along with the people and places
that make our libraries
safe and welcoming
are all supported by our library levy.
By passing this levy,
we can maintain and even increase
neighborhood branch hours,
staffing, and service levels.
With your vote,
this replacement levy
will continue maintaining
and upgrading computers,
technology, and Internet access
at libraries and neighborhoods
across the city.
This levy will make sure
we also continue modernizing,
growing, and enhancing
the library's popular physical
and digital book and media collections.
Critically, this levy also provides
nearly 100% of major maintenance costs
and will help ensure
library buildings and facilities
are well-maintained
and receive needed accessibility
and earthquake improvements.
This levy is not a new tax.
It replaces an expiring levy.
For just $3 more per month
for the average homeowner,
we can protect the critical investments
we've made over the years
and renew our commitment to
a great neighborhood library system.
This levy is endorsed by
the Seattle Public Library Foundation,
the Friends of the Seattle Public Library,
Democratic organizations
across the city, and many more.
Please support this levy and vote yes
for Seattle's libraries.
Thank you.