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Report regarding a resolution accepting $4,829.95 from the South San Francisco Friends of the Library to support Library collections, programs, and services, amending the Library Department’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget and approving Budget Amendment Number 27.010. (Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
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RECOMMENDATION
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It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution accepting $4,829.95 from the South San Francisco Friends of the Library to support Library collections, programs, and services, amending the Library Department’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget, and approving Budget Amendment Number 27.010.
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The South San Francisco Friends of the Library (FOL) do most of their fundraising through book sales in the Main Library. In addition to a daily sale in the lobby, the FOL schedules special larger book sales each year. The daily book sale brings in approximately $800 a month. The FOL directs funds to support special library programs, collections, supplies, and staff and volunteer appreciation. At their quarterly general membership meeting, the FOL typically approves funding requests from Library staff. At the FOL meeting of July 14, 2026, members in attendance approved $4,829.95 in funding for library programs and supplies at Main and Grand Libraries.
The $4,829.95 in FOL donations include support for:
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Laminator for LPR Makerspace |
$ 52.27 |
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Butcher paper dispenser and cutter for LPR Makerspace |
$ 72.47 |
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2 vinyl folding tables for Community Room programs and activities |
$ 187.00 |
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Chompsaw for Makerspace |
$ 259.00 |
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2 Apple Pencil Pros for Makerspace |
$ 283.49 |
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Cubelets with 5 additional power blocks for Makerspace |
$ 296.68 |
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LittleBits replacements for Makerspace |
$ 329.64 |
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Miscellaneous supplies to replenish inventory in Makerspace |
$ 549.40 |
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Grand Library programs - performer fees and refreshments |
$ 800.00 |
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LPR Adult Library programs - Authors, Presenters, Speakers, Social Events |
$1,000.00 |
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Youth and Family programs - Performers, Presenters, refreshments |
$1,000.00 |
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TOTAL |
$4.829.95 |
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds will be used to amend the Library Department’s current FY 2026-27 Operating Budget. Funds not expended this fiscal year will be carried over. Receipt of these funds does not commit the City to ongoing funding.
RELATIONSHIP TO CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES ACTION PLAN
Acceptance of this funding will contribute to City Council’s Priorities Action Plan under the major focus area “Welcoming and Connected Community” by supporting community engagement, library programs, and learning opportunities.
CONCLUSION
Acceptance of this resolution will support Library collections, programs, and services. It is recommended that the City Council accept $4,829.95 from the FOL, amend the Library Department’s FY 2026-27 Operating Budget, and approve Budget Amendment Number 27.010.