Funding
Ohio’s public libraries are funded through 2.22% of the state’s total general tax revenue. The funding is projected to generate approximately $462 million for all Ohio’s public libraries to share in calendar year 2008, and $465 million in 2009. The Greene County Public Library receives approximately 75% of its income from the State of Ohio.
The Greene County Public Library system also receives about 20% of its funding through a 1 mil property tax levy from Greene County residents. Remaining income is generated from fines, fees, and interest earned on investments.
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