To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Library
Meeting Date: February 3, 2026
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Department Contact: |
Mellisa Hannum |
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707-882-3114 |
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Department Contact: |
Kelly Hansen |
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707-234-2872 |
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Item Type: Consent Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: N/A |
Agenda Title:
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Ratification of Submission of Application by the Library for the California State Library’s Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Grant and Authorization to Accept Award of $23,764 to Provide Library Services to Youth at Summer Sites throughout the County
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Ratify submission of application by the Library for the California State Library’s Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 grant and authorize acceptance of award of $23,764 to provide library services to youth at summer sites throughout the County.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
Over the past three years, the Board of Supervisors has ratified the Library’s submission of applications and authorized acceptance of awards from the California State Library’s Lunch at the Library program to provide library services and educational activities for youth at summer meal sites throughout Mendocino County.
Summary of Request:
The California State Library provides an annual funding opportunity for libraries to coordinate with local food providers to serve lunch and provide educational activities for students up to age 18. During the summer months, youth have limited access to healthy meals and learning and enrichment programs. Lunch at the Library helps prevent the “summer slide” through healthy meals, reading, and educational opportunities.
This is the fourth year that the Mendocino County Library has applied for this grant, which provides the program at six library branches. The program holistically serves local communities, creating a summer safety net that feeds both stomachs and minds. The Mendocino County Library is partnering with local school districts, which will provide meals, and the library staff will provide enrichment activities. Grant funds will be used for supplies and materials, employee expenses, and program promotion. The Library has been awarded $23,764 to fund this popular summer program.
The Lunch at the Library Program supports the County Strategic Plan goal of a “Safe and Healthy County” by providing educational enrichment activities during free lunch events for youth in Point Arena, Fort Bragg, Willits, Round Valley, Laytonville, and Ukiah.
The grant timeline did not allow sufficient time for the application to be reviewed and approved by the Board of Supervisors before submission. Given the grant's deadlines and the application requirements, staff focused on developing a competitive proposal within the limited timeframe. This strategy was essential to ensure compliance with eligibility criteria and to meet the grant submission deadline. The Library is now requesting ratification of the application submission, which was authorized by the CEO prior to submission in accordance with Policy No. 25.
Alternative Action/Motion:
Do not approve and provide direction to staff and return the item to staff for alternative handling.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: A Safe and Healthy County
Supervisorial District: All
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supplemental Information Available Online At: Lunch at the Library - California State Library <https://www.library.ca.gov/services/to-libraries/lunch/>
Fiscal Details:
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source of funding: California State Library Lunch at the Library Grant. |
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current f/y cost: Total grant revenue of $23,764. |
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budget clarification: Total grant revenue of $23,764 for the summer program. Third-quarter adjustments will be made. |
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annual recurring cost: N/A |
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budgeted in current f/y (if no, please describe): No |
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revenue agreement: Yes |
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: Atlas Pearson, Senior Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Approved |
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Date: February 3, 2026 |
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