The formation of a permanent library district would require a public vote, which was pushed back from 1966 to 1968, waiting for a more favorable general election. The South Puget Sound Regional Library, which comprised Mason and Thurston counties, threatened to leave the demonstration later in 1966 over the effectiveness of the program for their counties. After months of negotiation, the two counties reversed their decision, allowing the demonstration project to continue for another two years.
The process of establishing a permanent library district required a public vote, which was delayed from 1966 to 1968, awaiting more favorable electoral conditions. The South Puget Sound Regional Library, serving Mason and Thurston counties, initially considered withdrawing from the demonstration in 1966 due to doubts about its effectiveness for their areas. Following extensive negotiations, the two counties ultimately agreed to continue the project for an additional two years.