Hennepin County libraries are considering reducing their public hours due to budget changes. The proposed reduction would result in a decrease of about 140 hours per week across the county. This change is expected to take effect in January 2027.

The proposal is part of a budget request that has not been finalized. It is driven by growing cost pressures, including higher personnel costs and inflation. Further details on the proposed changes are available from Hennepin County Library, which has indicated that no library locations will close under the proposal.