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Altamonte Springs
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Library preservation

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Public comments
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Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.

Public comments (4)

OpposedJames CoppensSep 16, 2026

A 47-year library patron, he cited petitions totaling nearly 3,000 signatures opposing closure and asked the Commission to discuss keeping the library open permanently.

City Commission - Sep 16, 2026 · 12:00 →
OpposedChloe FiedlerSep 16, 2026

A seven-year-old resident asked why the city isn't using the money residents agreed to pay for the library anymore.

City Commission - Sep 16, 2026 · 23:20 →
OpposedGabriella BrasilSep 16, 2026

A twelve-year-old creator of the 'Save Our Library' TikTok page, she said the library is a second home and a free place where everyone is welcome.

City Commission - Sep 16, 2026 · 34:35 →
OpposedMark PerkinsSep 16, 2026

Said it would be a shame if the Commission ignored residents' priorities and rubber-stamped the city manager's budget while the library is always first to be cut.

City Commission - Sep 16, 2026 · 40:27 →