Cranbrook representatives were advocating for more library support at this years Union of B.C. Municipalities convention.
The Cranbrook Public Library has already had to cut hours to maintain service as provincial funding has been frozen since 2009, and inflationary costs are taking their toll.
Councillor Lynnette Wray said library funding was a big topic at this year’s convention.
“We really focused on the need for funding for our library and to really look at the provincial funding for libraries, which has remained at the same level for many years,” she said.
“It has actually decreased due to inflation, so there’s a real push this year and advocacy for funding.”
Council has steadily increased local funding but it’s not enough and the Cranbrook Public Library is concerned more cuts to service will be coming.
They recently held a postcard signing event for community members to advocate for more supports.
Those postcards will be sent to the local and provincial governments in October.
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