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Save Our Library Committee

Grant County, Oregon

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About This Site

This website is the central hub for the Save Our Library Committee, dedicated to preserving and sustaining the Grant County Library. Here, committee members will find meeting details, background information, resources, and action items as we work together to secure the future of our library.

Why We Exist

The Challenge

Due to severe budget shortfalls, Grant County is moving to defund the public library. Without intervention, the library may close as soon as the county completes its required public hearings. Our committee is organizing to find solutions, advocate for the library, and ensure continued access to library services for our community.

Meetings and Hearings

Our Next Committee Meeting

Date: Wednesday, July 16
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: 131 Washington St, Canyon City, OR 97820
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The Public Hearings - Be Sure to Attend!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Grant County Court will conduct Public Hearings as required by ORS 357.621 before a decision can be made to abolish or withdraw support from a public library.

Hearings will take place on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 and October 21, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds Pavilion, 411 NW Bridge St., John Day, Oregon on the following matter:

Consider whether Grant County shall continue to fund the operation of the Grant County Library.

Persons or parties interested in this subject matter may appear in person before the Grant County Court. A sign-up sheet is available for those who wish to speak: call 541-575-0059, email gccourtadmin@grantcounty-or.gov, or sign up at the door before 5:45 pm. A time-limit and use of the microphone will be required.

Written comments to be included in the record of the public hearing must be received in the office of the Administrative Assistant to the County Court by Thursday, July 17, 2025 or Thursday, October 25, 2025.

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