To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Library
Meeting Date: July 29, 2025
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Department Contact: |
Mellisa Hannum |
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707-882-3114 |
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Department Contact: |
Barb Chapman |
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707-367-8216 |
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Item Type: Regular Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: 15 Minutes |
Agenda Title:
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Discussion and Possible Action Including Acceptance of a Report by Library Staff and the Executive Office to Identify Funding Sources and Potential Financing Options for Possible Projects for a Ukiah Branch Expansion; and Direction to Staff to Proceed with the Feasibility Study to Provide the Required Information for Potential Funding of the Ukiah Branch Library
(Sponsor: Library)
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Accept the report by Library staff and Executive Office to identify funding sources and potential financing options for possible projects for a Ukiah branch expansion; and provide direction to staff to proceed with the feasibility study to provide the required information for potential funding of the Ukiah branch library.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
On April 22, 2025: item number 4h, the Board of Supervisors directed the Library to work with the Executive Office to identify available funding sources and explore potential financing options, and to report back to the Board with an update prior to proceeding with the feasibility study.
Summary of Request:
On April 22, 2025, the Library presented a cost model of possible projects for the Ukiah Branch expansion. The cost analysis was an introductory, limited analysis of potential building costs and was not based on any in-depth study. The Library was directed to work with the Executive Office staff to determine financing options, funding sources, and what amount is affordable for the Library's Capital Investment budget.
Based on the Library staff’s conversation with Executive Office staff in order to determine funding, we need to know what is feasible for the current site or if we should consider purchasing a building or another site. The feasibility study will provide the County with more information about the potential project, including architectural designs and engineering studies. It will also enable the County to select a specific project and continue discussions with potential partners such as the City of Ukiah. The feasibility study would also provide the information necessary to apply for potential funding. The Library has $100,000 in the budget for a feasibility study. We ask the Board of Supervisors to approve moving forward with the feasibility study.
The feasibility study will help meet the Strategic Plan Priority Designation of an Effective County Government by working towards the Ukiah Main Branch library expansion supported by the taxpayers’ Measure O Library Capital Investment Funds.
Alternative Action/Motion:
Do not approve and provide alternate direction.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: An Effective County Government
Supervisorial District: All
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supplemental Information Available Online At: www.mendolibrary.org
Fiscal Details:
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source of funding: Library Budget Unit 1715, 100% Measure O funds |
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current f/y cost: $100,000 |
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budget clarification: Budgeted for FY 24-25 and 25-26 |
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annual recurring cost: No |
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budgeted in current f/y (if no, please describe): Yes |
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revenue agreement: N/A |
AGREEMENT/RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE APPROVED BY COUNTY COUNSEL: N/A
CEO Liaison: Executive Office
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Item Status |
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Date: Date Executed |
Executed Item Type: item |
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