SUBJECT
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A resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an application to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) for the FY 26 Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Lending Reimbursement Program, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department for a total estimated amount to be determined by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) upon award; 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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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies): 10.1 Support the improvement of the education system of Laredo through coordination of efforts across all agencies.
Summary of alignment: Participating in resource sharing programs, like the statewide interlibrary loan (ILL) program, improves access to educational and informational resources beyond Webb County.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
The Interlibrary Loan Reimbursement Program supports libraries’ initiatives to participate in resource sharing statewide.
This non-competitive grant is funded through the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
The Committee supports this application.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommend the approval of this application.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 25-26
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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: Click or tap here to enter text.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No financial impact.