Summary
The city's $20,000 investment has helped grow children's book enrollment from 17% to 44% in Hardin County; sustaining growth toward 65% will cost $50,000–$55,000 a year.
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city gave $20,000 previously; continued expansion support could run $50,000–$55,000 annually.
Families with kids ages birth to five, who get a free book in the mail every month.
No groups negatively affected
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City of Elizabethtown Council — June 22, 2026
The city's $20,000 investment has helped grow children's book enrollment from 17% to 44% in Hardin County; sustaining growth toward 65% will cost $50,000–$55,000 a year.
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