REPORT/RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
AND RECORD OF ACTION
May 05, 2026
FROM
MELANIE OROSCO, County Librarian, County Library
SUBJECT
Title
California Library Literacy Services - Adult Literacy Services Grant Application to the California State Library
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RECOMMENDATION(S)
Recommendation
1. Approve the grant application to the California State Library for the California Library Literacy Services - Adult Literacy Services Grant in the amount of $99,132, for the adult literacy services program, for the period of July 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
2. Authorize the County Librarian or the Assistant County Librarian, as required by the California State Library, to electronically sign and submit the grant application documents, forms, and any subsequent non-substantive amendments, on behalf of the County, subject to review by County Counsel.
3. Direct the County Librarian or Assistant County Librarian, to submit the signed grant application and any subsequent non-substantive amendments to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors within 30 days of execution.
(Presenter: Melanie Orosco, County Librarian, 387-2220)
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COUNTY AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Promote and Fulfill the Countywide Vision.
Operate in a Fiscally-Responsible and Business-Like Manner.
Foster Sustainable Development Through Strategic Partnerships.
Provide for the Safety, Health and Social Service Needs of County Residents.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Approval of this item will not result in the use of Discretionary General Funding (Net County Cost). The total revenue for the California Library Literacy Services - Adult Literacy Services grant is expected to be $99,132 as a reimbursement for staff support, collection materials, display materials and other ancillary needs. Appropriation and revenue will be included in the 2026-27 County Library's (Library) recommended budget and will be included in future recommended budgets. ...
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