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Impressive Return on Investment

Libraries add value to every community. According to a recent study by the Haas Center for Business Research and Economic Development, University of West Florida, in many communities, libraries contribute to job creation, a strong economy and even wage increases. Findings reveal that for every one tax dollar received, Florida libraries provide $8.32 in value. That’s up from $6.54 in 2004. Read the complete study.

August 10, 2010 florida, libraries, news, study, value

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