SUBJECT
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Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept the Community Investment Program Grant, in the estimated total amount of $2,500.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department, for a total estimated amount not to exceed $2,500.00; and to amend the Library budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $2,500.00; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the Laredo Public Library Department - General Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
Resolution to submit the application to the grant was approved at the November 2, 2026 Council meeting.
BACKGROUND
The HEB Community Investment Program Grant supports organizations that focus on arts and humanities, disaster relief, diversity and inclusion, education and literacy, and general social services.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies): Goal 10.1 Support the improvement of the education system of Laredo through coordination of efforts across all agencies.
Summary of alignment: The Laredo Public Libraries actively participate in resource sharing initiatives to increase access to information and resources.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Recommends the approval of this Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 26-27
Budgeted Y/N?: N
Source of Funds: Community Investment Program
Account #: 101-0000-327-90.68
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: Click or tap here to enter text.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no match required by the City of Laredo. The revenue account is 101-0000-327-90.68 and expense account is 101-3510-552-36.20.