The Annual Report outlines the Library’s accomplishments, funding, and expenditures. Last year's annual report can be found below.
For previous years annual report, please submit a public records request or contact the Library Director at director@barbertonlibrary.org.
Barberton Public Library 2025 Annual Report
Discover the Magic
2025 at a Glance
- 95,607 visitors at the Library
- 317,868 items borrowed
- 18,497 total library card holders
- 2,351 new library card holders
- 19,314 questions answered
- 7,459 new items in the collection
Digital Services
Digital Collections Used
- 93,640 items borrowed from Libby (eBooks, digital audiobooks, magazines, movies, music and more)
- 10,130 items borrowed from hoopla (eBooks, digital audiobooks, magazines, movies, music and more)
- 34,382 wi-fi sessions
- 14,286 computer sessions
Popular Digital Content in 2025
- Most Popular Audiobook on hoopla: Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
- Most Popular Audiobook on Libby: The Women by Kristin Hannah
- Top TV/Movie on Kanopy: The Young Montalbano Season 1
- Top Circulated New Book: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci
Collection Breakdown: 68% Physical Items, 32% Digital Items
Community Services
| Service | Number Provided |
|---|---|
| Curbside Items Delivered | 155 |
| Home Deliveries | 316 |
| Passport Applications | 579 |
| Meeting Room Bookings | 1,203 |
| Documents Notarized | 675 |
What the Barberton Library Did in 2025
- Expanded the Library of Things Collection with 16 new items, including outreach and children’s items.
- Completed a landscaping project in the front lawn and upgraded the Reading Garden, making the area more functional and visually appealing.
- There were approximately 2,700 participants across all Summer Reading Programs in 2025.
2025 Financial Summary
Revenue: $1,953,000
| Revenue Source | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Public Library Fund | $1,154,011 | 59% |
| Property Tax | $633,696 | 32% |
| Homestead | $59,968 | 3% |
| Gifts & Donations | $46,241 | 2% |
| Fines & Fees | $32,334 | 2% |
| Investment Earnings | $11,589 | 1% |
| Miscellaneous | $15,161 | 1% |
Expenditures: $2,096,535
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Services & Programs | $1,451,140 | 69% |
| Library Collection | $203,341 | 10% |
| Facility Operations & Maintenance | $146,533 | 7% |
| Information Services | $126,771 | 6% |
| Business Administration | $131,241 | 6% |
| Capital Outlay | $37,509 | 2% |
2025 Board of Trustees
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Jennifer Doll |
| Vice President | Jim Leonard |
| Secretary | Kenneth Cheatham |
| Board Member | C. Racyne Leskanic |
| Board Member | Heather McMullen |
| Board Member | Holly Perry |
| Board Member | Amy Wise |
Administration
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Director | Ann Hutchison |
| Fiscal Officer | Joshua Brickner |
| Deputy Fiscal Officer | Melissa Futrell |
2025 Annual Report - Barberton Public Library