Maitland Public Library

Although the Maitland Public Library was originally established, owned, and operated by Maitland residents, and governed by a Board of Trustees comprised of Maitland citizens, it became apparent by 1972 that expansion was needed to accommodate the increasing needs of Maitland's citizens. An agreement was forged with the City of Maitland to expand the library and its services to Maitland residents. Because the city could not use public funds to build on private property, the Board of Trustees agreed to turn over all physical assets of the library - the grounds, building, and collection - to the city. Under this arrangement, the city agreed to fund the operating budget of the library and to maintain the building and ( www.maitlandpubliclibrary.org )