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City layoffs and library services

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Last discussed Feb 3, 2026.

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OpposedVeronica BartevianFeb 3, 2026

A laid-off library employee said cuts to ESL, citizenship, and adult literacy programs hurt the community's most vulnerable residents and directly challenged Mayor Salinas, her former professor, to stop the layoffs.

City Council — February 3, 2026 · 2:18 →
OpposedReina EscovedoFeb 3, 2026

A 15-year library employee said the Kirby bookmobile and Techmobile are idle, libraries close an extra day weekly, ten positions were cut, and she was demoted to part-time — while criticizing management salaries.

City Council — February 3, 2026 · 4:45 →