DATE: November 28, 2023
TO: Board of Supervisors
SUBMITTED BY: Sally Gomez, Interim County Librarian
SUBJECT: Retroactive California State Library Grant Application, Resolution, and Acceptance Letter
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
TITLE
1. Retroactively authorize the County Librarian's previous submittal of a grant application to the California State Library for Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement Program grant funding for Fresno County Public Library - Central Library Improvements ($4,226,916);
2. Approve and adopt a Resolution approving acceptance of the California State Library Building Forward grant funds for the Fresno County Public Library - Central Library ($4,195,847), and designating the Chairman of the Board as the Authorized Representative who is allowed to enter into the grant agreement on behalf of the County; and
3. Approve and ratify the County Administrative Officer's execution and submittal of a letter to the California State Library confirming that the County will accept and administer the grant funds, and identifying the County's mailing address, project contact, authorized representative, and acknowledgement that a formal resolution will be required.
REPORT
There is no Net County Cost associated with the recommended actions. On May 13, 2023, the County Librarian submitted a grant application to the California State Library (CSL) for Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement Program grant funds, contingent upon your Board's approval. The grant provides funding for much-needed repairs to the Central Library branch, which includes roof replacement, electrical system assessment, improved lighting, and replacement windows. Applicants that are selected for funding will be notified upon receipt of your Board's approval of the Grant Resolution in Action Item 2. The Department will bring additional grant-related documents, the grant agreement and budget resolution back to your Board at later Board dates. This item affects District ...
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