Author: Rachel Mason

Kingsville Public Library Levy Passed!

Thank You, Kingsville Public Library District Voters & Supporters!

We are thrilled to announce that the Kingsville Public Library levy has passed, thanks to your unwavering support and commitment to our library’s mission. This renewal enables our library to continue providing essential resources, programs, and services that enrich our community. Your vote ensured that KPL will remain a vibrant space for learning, connection, and growth for years to come. Thank you for believing in the power of your library! read more

Why Vote Yes? FAQs!

Library Levy FAQs – Because We Strive For Transparency!

Why is the Library on the ballot?

The Kingsville Public Library is asking voters to approve a 5-year renewal of the Library’s one-mill levy. This is the same levy term and millage that voters approved in 2004 and have renewed over the past 15 years.

Will my taxes go up if the levy is renewed?

No, your tax will remain the same, based on property values from 2004 when the levy was first passed. Even if your property is reassessed, the tax stays the same until your property is sold.

What is the tax rate now?

Our current operating levy is one mill. This means the owner of a home pays $22.00 annually for every $100,000 of the home’s assessed value. You can find the amount of tax you pay by using the Ashtabula County Auditor’s property search tool, accessible here. Library staff would be glad to assist you if needed. read more

Over 130 Years Of Service!

Kingsville Public Library has been serving for over 100 years!

The earliest record of a Kingsville Library is dated 1885; however, a small library existed in the Kingsville Academy prior to that date and in the Centralized High School beginning in 1872. After the Civil War, a small library was maintained in a home on Priest Street. The books were purchased with the remaining funds collected to help widows and orphans of soldiers lost in the Civil War.

The Linnean Literary Society of Kingsville established the first reading room of what was to become our present library. The society met in 1885 to change its name to the Kingsville Library Association, form a board of directors, and establish the library bylaws. The association was incorporated by August, 1886. Grant Blodgett, an association member took the first turn as the librarian. With his leadership over the next ten years, funds were raised for the library by holding lectures, ice cream socials, and events in the park. read more

Voting Locations

November 5th! Election Day is almost here! Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Don’t forget to vote YES for Kingsville Public Library!

Every Vote Counts!

REMEMBER!
The voter registration deadline is Tuesday October 7, 2024!

Click here to find out how to register to vote.

The table below shows the locations of polling places in each precinct for the November 5th General Election Day. Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Precinct MapPoll Location MapAddress
070 KINGSVILLE TWP. 1FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH6003 STATE ROUTE 193
KINGSVILLE OH, 44048
071 KINGSVILLE TWP. 2FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH6003 STATE ROUTE 193
KINGSVILLE OH, 44048
074 MONROE TWP. 1MONROE FIRE HALL4095 CENTER RD
CONNEAUT OH, 44030
079 N KINGS VILL 1N KINGSVILLE MUNICIPAL BLDG3541 E CENTER ST
NORTH KINGSVILLE OH, 44068
080 N KINGS VILL 2LIVING WATERS BAPTIST CHURCH2314 W. CENTER ST.
NORTH KINGSVILLE OH, 44068
081 N KINGS VILL 3LIVING WATERS BAPTIST CHURCH2314 W. CENTER ST.
NORTH KINGSVILLE OH, 44068
098 SHEFFIELD TWP. 1SHEFFIELD FIRE HALL3636 SHEFFIELD MONROE RD
KINGSVILLE OH, 44048
099 SHEFFIELD TWP. 2SHEFFIELD FIRE HALL3636 SHEFFIELD MONROE RD
KINGSVILLE OH, 44048
Levy Sample Ballots_KPL_Nov 2024Download

Check out the Kingsville Public Library website for information about our services, hours, and location. You can also find updates on our agenda and upcoming events..

Follow Kingsville Public Library on Facebook to stay up-to-date on what’s happening at the library. You’ll get regular updates on new books and other library news, as well as announcements about upcoming events and programs. read more

Did you know that this levy is a renewal and not an increase? The levy will maintain the current level of library services.

Below are some examples of how Kingsville Public Library offers essential services. As you can see, Kingsville Public Library truly is a little library doing big things!

YOUTH PROGRAMMING

MEET MISS DANI


Hi, my name is Dani, and I am the Youth Services and Outreach Coordinator at the Kingsville Public Library. I love helping children and youth find books that will spark their love for reading! As a child, I spent many hours a week at my local library devouring books like a hungry bookworm! I hope to meet all of the young bookworms in our community at the library. read more