Name: Going to the Voters for Funding: How the Basalt Regional Library District Achieved Voter Approval in 2025
Start: 2026-09-09T13:45:00-0600
End: 2026-09-09T14:45:00-0600

Going to the Voters for Funding: How the Basalt Regional Library District Achieved Voter Approval in 2025

Wednesday September 9, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm MDT

Captain Catalog Breakout Room 7

Join us for an insightful discussion on the best practices and strategies for a library district to secure voter approval
for a funding ballot measure. Drawing on years of ballot measure survey experience and using the Basalt Regional Library as an example, we will share proven approaches and practical tips. Learn how the Basalt Region Library effectively used opinion research and campaign consulting services to craft a compelling campaign that resonated with voters. This session is designed to provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to run a successful
funding ballot measure campaign for your library district or department. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and improve your chances of securing the funding your library's needs.

Speakers

Amy Shipley

My library board members and I planned and successfully passed a funding ballot measure for our library distrct., Basalt Regional Library

David Flaherty

CEO, Magellan Strategies, Magellan Strategies

David Flaherty is the founder and CEO of Magellan Strategies, a public opinion research firm that has served local governments, school districts, special districts, and public policy organizations since 2007. For more than 30 years, David has helped hundreds of communities across... Read More →

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Wednesday September 9, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm MDT
Captain Catalog Breakout Room 7

Breakout Session