Title
Adopt a Resolution to Accept Gift Funds in the Amount of $36,000 from the Friends of the San Leandro Public Library and to Authorize the City Manager to Execute All Documents Related to the Gift and Appropriate Gift Funds to Enhance the Programs and Services at the Library Including the Summer Library Program and Programs at the Manor Branch.
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COUNCIL PRIORITY
• Community Engagement and Outreach
• Quality of Life
SUMMARY
The San Leandro Public Library received $36,000 from the Friends of the San Leandro Public Library in order to provide an enhanced Summer Library Program and provide more programs at the Manor Branch Library.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff recommends the City Council adopt a resolution to accept the Friends of the San Leandro Public Library donation totaling $36,000 and authorize the City Manager to execute all documents and appropriate the funds.
BACKGROUND
The Friends of the San Leandro Public Library was established in 1984 to support the San Leandro Public Library. They raise funds to support the library through used book, DVD, and CD sales, membership dues, and through their gift store. They have continuously supported the library throughout the years, and their donations and time as volunteers provide funding and support of library services, programs, materials, and promotion of the library.
Analysis
For FY25, the Friends of the Library have provided $36,000 in donations for an enhanced the Summer Library Program and funds to expand programming at the Manor Branch Library.
Applicable General Plan Policies
• GOAL CSF-3 Sustain and expand a public library system that provides a destination for exploration and discovery, knowledge and information, leisure and cultural enrichment, and life-long learning opportunities for persons of all ages.
• Policy CSF-3.3 Adequate Funding. Ensure that library funding remains adequate to sustain or increase existing service levels, including staffing, programming, and technology upgrades. Maintain or exceed American Library Association standards throughout the City’s library system.
• Policy CSF-3.4 Libraries as Neighborhood Centers. Promote programs and events that affirm the role of the City’s libraries as community and neighborhood gathering places and that reflect the City’s diverse population.
• Policy CSF-3.5 Resources for Self-Improvement. Ensure that San Leandro’s libraries and other community institutions provide a setting for the open exchange of ideas and information and provide an opportunity for residents of all backgrounds to improve their skills and knowledge.
Summary of Public Outreach Efforts
Library staff does outreach at different locations, including nearly every SLUSD elementary and middle school, to promote library programs.
Legal Analysis
The City Attorney has reviewed these documents and agreements and approved as to form.
Financial Impacts
Acceptance of this donation will not impact the General Fund. There is no local contribution required. The donation will be deposited into the 010-3803 Revenue Account and expended as follows:
• Friends of the Library - Donation, Account 010-68-005: $36,000
• Total $36,000
ATTACHMENT
Attachment A: RESOLUTION from the friends of the San Leandro Public Library Donation
PREPARED BY: Armando Rivera, Senior Librarian - Adult Services; and Brian Simons, Library Director, Library Department.