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A resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application to the American Conversation Project for the American Conversation Project for Libraries, in the estimated total amount of $500.00 per six (6) month term, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department for a six (6) month term, from June 19, 2026, through November 30, 2026, for a total estimated amount not to exceed $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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BACKGROUND
The American Conversation Project is a nonpartisan initiative designed to engage communities in a new kind of conversation.
The American Conversation Project is a nonpartisan initiative led by the National Conference on Citizenship.
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: This initiative teaches librarians and public servants to have meaningful conversations and express wants, needs, and desires of its constituents. These stories and conversations will allow the Laredo Public Libraries further insight into what its community wants and needs from its city.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
The Committee supports the approval this application.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommend the approval of this application.
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Fiscal Impact
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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: Click or tap here to enter text.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No financial impact until grant is awarded.