Title
Recommendation to Accept Alameda Free Library Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Annual Report. (Library 210)
Body
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Jill Keimach, City Manager
Re: Recommendation to Accept Alameda Free Library Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Annual Report
BACKGROUND
The “new” Main Library opened in November 2006 and both Neighborhood Libraries were renovated by March 2010. The Alameda Free Library will present the FY2016-2017 Annual Report to the Community at the February 6, 2018 City Council Meeting. (Exhibit 1).
DISCUSSION
Library staff has compiled Department highlights throughout the Fiscal Year of 2016-2017. The Report discusses program highlights at the Main and Neighborhood Libraries for children, teens and adults. The Report shows the number of registered library card holders, the number, variety and participation in programs offered by the Libraries and the budget for this Fiscal Year. In addition, it provides updates on special projects for the Libraries, such as the replacement and installation of a new Integrated Library System (ILS), the Little Libraries in the Parks, the Student Connect Code project, and other opportunities to create more programs for all Alamedans.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact from presentation and acceptance of this Report.
MUNICIPAL CODE/POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE
This presentation does not affect the municipal code.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This presentation does not require environmental review because it is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). CEQA Guidelines, section 15378(b).
RECOMMENDATION
Accept presentation of Alameda Free Library FY 2016-2017 Annual Report.
Respectfully submitted,
Jane Chisaki, Library Director
Financial Impact section reviewed,
Edwin Gato, Acting Finance Director
Exhibit:
1. Alameda Free Library Annual Report FY 2016-2017