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Report regarding a resolution authorizing the acceptance of $2,000 in grant funding from the California State Library to support Lunch at the Library Pop-up Programming for youth during Summer 2021 and approving Budget Amendment 22.010. (Adam Elsholz, Assistant Library Director)
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the acceptance of $2,000 in grant funding from the California State Library to support Lunch at the Library Pop-up Programming for youth during summer 2021 and approving Budget Amendment 22.010.
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The California State Library supports learning enrichment activities such as Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) programming, early literacy initiatives and summer reading programming. South San Francisco Public Library has been awarded $2,000 to support Lunch at the Library Pop-up Programming during summer 2021. The Library will use these funds to enhance student learning experiences over the summer, focusing on the students of the Big Lift Inspiring Summer camps, offering a series of virtual learning programs that complement their science-based curriculum. Library staff is currently exploring program ideas, and anticipate the always-popular Python Ron’s Reptile Kingdom Virtual Reptile Show will be a featured offering.
FISCAL IMPACT
Grant funds will be used to amend the Library Department’s current FY 2021-22 Operating Budget per Budget Amendment 22.010. Receipt of these funds does not commit the City to ongoing funding.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN
This project supports the City’s Strategic Plan initiative under Priority #3: Improving Quality of Life for South San Francisco residents by strengthening learning programs.
CONCLUSION
Receipt of these funds will support Library learning programs for youth during summer 2021. It is recommended that the City Council accept $2,000 in grant funding and approve Budget Amendment 22.010.