Officials say tax-slashing measures would devastate libraries

Front-running Prop 101 in particular concerns many librarians

By Rachel Cernansky 10/1/10 6:57 AM The Colorado Independent

BOULDER — Colorado’s librarians are worried. Depending on what voters decide in the November election, libraries around the state could be forced to reduce their hours, slash services, and shut the doors to library branches entirely.

The Boulder Library and others across the state would be hit hard by Proposition 101. (Photo by Rachel Cernansky)

Of concern are three controversial tax-cutting ballot measures: Proposition 101 and Amendments 60 and 61, collectively known as the “Big Three.” Opponents of the measures, who have dubbed them the “Bad Three,” project a devastating impact on public services like libraries, schools, and fire and police departments, if any or all of them pass.

Proposition 101 would reduce state income taxes and vehicle fees, as well as eliminate telecommunication taxes and fees. Of the measures, it stands the strongest chance of passing in November, according to a recent survey of voters by Ciruli Associates that found Prop 101 to have 51 percent support, compared with 32 percent for Amendment 60 and 36 percent for Amendment 61. Prop 101 also has the largest potential to jeopardize some of Colorado’s libraries.

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