Vote YES on K to renew dedicated funding for San Rafael's libraries without raising taxes.
Measure K simply renews dedicated, locally controlled funding that has sustained local library operating hours, programs, and services for the past 16 years.
Measure K funding represents nearly one-third of total funding for our libraries and 100% of library program funding.
Without Measure K, dedicated library funding will expire this year. Deep cuts to local library operating hours and programs for young children, students, families, and older adults will be required.
Our local libraries — including the Downtown Library, Pickleweed Library, and Northgate Library — are much more than buildings with books. Local libraries provide safe places for youth after school, space for tutoring and homework assistance, reading programs like story time for young children, and access to books, computers, WiFi, and digital resources.
By law, every penny from Measure K must stay in San Rafael to support local libraries only. No funds can be taken away or diverted.
Voting Yes on K Will Continue To:
- Provide safe places for youth after school
- Maintain children's book collections and reading programs
- Protect public access to computers, technology help, and free WiFi
- Preserve book and digital collections
- Maintain the days and hours libraries are open
- Continue programs that keep older adults active and independent
Strict Accountability Protections
Voting Yes on K also continues strict accountability protections:
- All funds remain dedicated to local library services in San Rafael only
- Public spending disclosure, an independent oversight committee, and independent audits are required
- All funds must be spent locally and cannot be taken away by the state or federal government
- Seniors remain eligible for an exemption and do not need to reapply
Vote YES on K to protect access to libraries, safe places for local students, and critical programs — without raising taxes!