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October 7, 2021Library-Historical Commission Minutes <br />only possible in large part, due to the Commissioners role in eliminating the <br />nonresident fee cards. Another funding opportunity that is being explored is gift <br />opportunities. <br />No public comments on Mulford-Marina Branch Update <br />Chair Lum asked how long construction might take and if a BookMobile is being <br />considered as a way a providing library services while the building is under <br />construction. B. Simons did not have a timetable at this time, but estimated possibly <br />1 to 2 years for construction based on similar projects. B. Simons said the <br />possibility of a BookMobile could be looked at, and provided things to consider prior <br />to purchasing a BookMobile. Chair Lum asked that staff look for ways services <br />could be provided while the building is under construction. <br />NEW BUSINESS7. <br />NONE <br />REPORTS8. <br />Report of the Secretary8.A. <br />B. Simons reported the Library and Human Resources staff are continuing to work <br />on hiring staff, so library hours can be expanded. Although there were no layoffs <br />during COVID, many employees were lost due to a variety of reasons. Once the <br />positions have been filled, hours can be expanded. The plan is to offer more hours <br />at the Main Library in November and then expand to Manor. Once the Main and <br />Manor branches are fully operational, the plan is to offer hours at Mulford-Marina <br />and South branch libraries. <br />One on one meetings with each Commissioner are being scheduled. <br />Commissioners who have not had a meeting will be getting an email request in the <br />next month or two. <br />2022 is the City of San Leandro's sesquicentennial. With direction from the Mayor <br />and Council, the possibility of steering committee is being discussed. More <br />information regarding events will be provided in the future, but the library and <br />museum will be involved in the celebrations. <br />B. Simons continues to review with City staff what is needed and possible ways to <br />fund projects such as the Casa Peralta. Updates will be provided to the Commission <br />in the future. If a Commissioner has any questions, please contact B. Simons. <br />Page 4City of San Leandro