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File Number: 22-378 Branch Library unless the City was awarded the grant for the CENIC network. Analysis Not only has the elimination of the non-resident fee card provided an equity measure for library service to patrons in unincorporated areas of San Leandro, but it has provided equity measures for residents as well because it opens the door to opportunities like CENIC to provide funding for broadband access to San Leandro residents at the Mulford-Marina Branch Library. The alternative would be to pay for a continuation of the City fiber network to Mulford-Marina at full cost. While long-term this is still a very valuable option to complete the City fiber network, in the short-term, the CENIC network solves this ongoing disparity of service at a minimal cost. Furthermore, the long-term solution, while worth the effort, will be significantly more expensive because the City would not only be paying to activate the fiber, but to install it as well. This CENIC opportunity provides both installation and activation for a very limited cost because the Budget Act of 2021, AB 128, Chapter 21, 2021 Statute requires the California State Library pay the Circuit Deployment Fees on behalf of public libraries connecting to CalREN. Approving these agreements to utilize the CENIC network frees up funds from the ARPA funding that would have been used to accomplish this access. At a minimum that is $33,423 of ARPA funding that can be reallocated for other City priorities . Applicable General Plan Policies GOAL CSF-3 Sustain and expand a public library system that provides a destination for exploration and discovery, knowledge and information, leisure and cultural enrichment, and life-long learning opportunities for persons of all ages. ·Policy CSF-3.2 Library Innovation. Consider innovative approaches to generating funds or space for new or upgraded library facilities, including public-private partnerships, colocation with other public facilities, and joint development., ·Action CSF-3.2.A: Mulford and South Branch Replacement Continue to explore options for replacing or modernizing the Mulford Branch and South Branch libraries. Opportunities to incorporate modern new branch library facilities as part of future mixed use development at the Shoreline and in the Bay Fair area should be encouraged and supported. Environmental Review No Environmental Review is required. Board/Commission Review and Actions ·Library Director Brian Simons reported the CENIC grant opportunity to the Library - Historical Commission October 7, 2021 and while no action needed to be taken, the Commission was in support. ·Library Director Brian Simons further reported on the progress of the CENIC grant opportunity to the Library - Historical Commission March 15, 2022. Page 3 City of San Leandro Printed on 6/15/2022