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Home My WebLink About2024.03.26 Library Board PacketTuesday, March 26, 2024 6:00 PM City of South San Francisco P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA Library Parks & Recreation Building Community Room, 2nd Floor Library Board Claire Ramsey, President Hector Camacho, Vice President Diane Huddleston, Secretary Catherine Abalos, Boardmember Mary Giusti, Boardmember Regular Meeting Agenda 1 March 26, 2024Library Board Regular Meeting Agenda How to submit written Public Comment before the Meeting: Members of the public are encouraged to submit public comments in writing in advance of the meeting by emailing: [email protected] How to provide Public Comment during the Meeting: For those wishing to address the Board of Trustees on any Agenda or non-Agendized item, please complete a Speaker Card available at the meeting and submit it to the Library's Administrative Assistant. Please be sure to indicate the Agenda Item # you wish to address or the topic of your public comment. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES PER SPEAKER Under the Public Comment section of the agenda, members of the public may speak on any item not listed on the Agenda. Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The Chair may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future meeting. If there appears to be a large number of speakers, the Chair may reduce speaking time to limit the total amount of time for public comments (Gov. Code sec. 54954.3(b)(1).). American Disability Act: The City Clerk will provide materials in appropriate alternative formats to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please send a written request to City Clerk Rosa Govea Acosta at 400 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080, or email at [email protected]. Include your name, address, phone number, a brief description of the requested materials, and preferred alternative format service at least 24-hours before the meeting. Accommodations: Individuals who require special assistance of a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in the meeting, including Interpretation Services, should contact the Office of the City Clerk by email at [email protected], 24-hours before the meeting. Page 2 City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024 2 March 26, 2024Library Board Regular Meeting Agenda CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL AGENDA REVIEW PUBLIC COMMENT ITEMS FROM STAFF MEMBERS Library Director’s Report - March 20241. Communications and Statistics2. Staff Recruitment Updates3. Library | Parks and Recreation Center Update4. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION Review and Approval of Draft Minutes from the February 27, 2024 Library Board of Trustees Meeting 5. Discussion and Motion to Amend the Out-of-County Inter-Library Loan Policy6. Discussion and Motion to Amend the Library Use Policy7. Upcoming Cultural Events and Programs8. Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Library Budget discussion9. Proposed California State Government Funding Cuts for Libraries10. ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENTS Page 3 City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024 3 March 26, 2024Library Board Regular Meeting Agenda Library Announcements ·Holiday closure: The Library will be closed on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. ·Join the SSF Public Library us as we kick-off our four-part STEM Series with Pulitzer Prize-winner Journalist and Author of The Exceptions:Nancy Hopkins, MIT, and the Fight for Women in Science, Kate Zernike on April 11, 2024 at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers of Library | Parks and Recreation Building ·The SSF Public Library Book Club meets every third Tuesday in the Community Room on the 2nd floor in the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center. On April 16th at 6:00 pm we will be meeting to discuss Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. You are not required to read the book but be prepared for spoilers! Email [email protected] <https://www.ssf.net/departments/library/services/[email protected]> for more information on how to participate! No registration is required. ·Have a broken household item? Bring it to the Fix It Clinic and learn how to disassemble, repair and provide maintenance to your items on April 20, 2024 from 11:00am - 2:00 pm in the Makerspace Room on the 2nd floor of the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center. Fixit Coaches (and helpful neighbors) will be available for consultation on broken items: we'll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item. The Fix It Clinic is a community-based workshop led by volunteer neighbors and friends and supported by a grant from Genentech, a member of the Roche Group. ·In celebration of Día de los Niños/Children's Day <https://www.ala.org/alsc/initiatives/dia> , the Grand Avenue Library will be hosting s a set of children's programs on Saturday, April 27. Mariela's Music Time will headline the day, with an educational, energetic, and interactive bilingual performance for children and their families. We will also host a craft and book reading program designed around inclusivity for neurodivergent children. 11. NEXT MEETING DATE AND AGENDA BUILDING: Page 4 City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024 4 March 26, 2024Library Board Regular Meeting Agenda Next Meeting Date and Agenda Building Agenda Building for Next Meeting: a) Master Fee Schedule Changes, if applicable b) 2024-25 Library Budget discussion, continued Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 6:00 PM Library | Parks and Recreation Center Community Room, 2nd Floor 901 Civic Campus Way South San Francisco, CA 94080 12. ADJOURNMENT Page 5 City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024 5 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-297 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:1. Library Director’s Report - March 2024 City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-282 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:2. Communications and Statistics City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™23 South San Francisco Public Library 13 Month Circulation Statistics February 2023 - February 2024 Location Feb-23 Mar-23 Apr-23 May-23 Jun-23 Jul-23 Aug-23 Sep-23 Oct-23 Nov-23 Dec-23 Jan-24 Feb-24 Main Library 29,665 34,799 32,889 32,292 33,779 12,547 4,216 4,700 12,323 30,212 33,773 43,944 38,786 Grand Avenue 3,339 3,894 3,892 3,712 6,665 7,480 9,488 9,185 7,455 4,299 4,131 4,055 3,697 Combined Total 33,004 38,693 36,781 36,004 40,444 20,027 13,704 13,885 19,778 34,511 37,904 47,999 42,483 0 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 Main Library Grand Avenue Combined Total ATTACHMENT 1 24 Youth - CLC Programs Attendance Age 6-11 Age 12-18 Total Homework Club Program 887 1 Teen Work Experience Program 9 1 Youth Totals 887 9 896 6 70.25 CLC Adult Programs # programs # Attended # hours Adult Classes 13 244 27.5 Total Volunteers Program Creative Center 5 28 12.25 7 Tutoring 1 1 1 71 Open Computer Lab 3 4 6 CLC Programs Total 22 277 46.75 Collaborations # Attended # hours Wider Circle 5 1.5 Housing Leadership Council of SMC 4 2 Families Taking Acction 9 2 Collaboration Total 18 5.5 Family Programs # of Visits/ Workshops # in person # Online # of Materials # Adults # Children 0-5 # Children > 5 # of Attendees Learning Wheels & FLS - SSF 9 9 0 159 84 56 22 162 Learning Wheels & FLS - San Bruno 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 Learning Wheels & FLS - Colma 3 3 0 16 8 12 5 25 Learning Wheels and FLS - Daly City 2 2 0 354 192 87 65 344 My First Years SSF 3 3 0 105 37 35 5 77 My First Years Virtual - SSF/SB/DC 4 0 4 4 20 14 1 35 0 Total 22 18 4 639 342 204 98 644 Volunteer Statistics Detail # Volunteers Volunteer Hours Tutors*10 68 78 Project Read Volunteer (office)1 10 Trivia volunteers 0 0 Total 11 78 1-1 Tutoring Tutors Learners Waiting for Match Continuing 6 16 Tutors 12 New 4 5 Learners 0 Drop (use - sign) TOTAL Active 10 21 PR - Adult Programs # of Programs # Book Giveaways # Attended Book Club 1 7 3 Tutor Roundtable 1 6 Total 2 7 9 Total hrs (minor) Volunteer Hours Community Learning Center Volunteers # of ADULT Vol Total hrs (adult) # of MINOR Vol Project Read Volunteer Statistics Total # Volunteers Total Vol Hours PROJECT READ 25 ATTENDANCE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES February 2023 to February 2024 NAME Feb'23 Mar'23 Apr'23 May'23 June'23 July'23 Aug'23 Sep'23 Oct'23 Nov'23 Dec'23 Jan'24 Feb'24 Catherine Abalos P Hector Camacho P C P P P C P P A P C P P Mary Giusti P C P P P C P P P P C P P Diane Huddleston P C P P P C P P P P C P A Claire Ramsey P C P P P C P P P P C P P A = Absent P = Present C = Cancelled 26 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-300 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:3. Staff Recruitment Updates City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™27 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-283 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:4. Library | Parks and Recreation Center Update City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™28 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-298 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:5. Review and Approval of Draft Minutes from the February 27, 2024 Library Board of Trustees Meeting City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™29 South San Francisco Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes February 27, 2024 Library I Parks and Recreation Center CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:01 P.M. in the Main Library, 3rd Floor Collaboration Room #2 in the Library I Parks and Recreation Center. ROLL CALL Library Trustees present: Catherine Abalos, Hector Camacho, Mary Giusti, and Claire Ramsey. Library Staff present: Valerie Sommer, Library Director; Adam Elsholz, Assistant Library Director; and Anita Palafox, Administrative Assistant II; Brittany Austin, Library Program Manager; Karla Bourdon, Literacy Services Manager. Guests: John Baker, Leslie Fong, Raul Gomez from San Bruno Community Foundation AGENDA REVIEW No changes. PUBLIC COMMENTS None ITEMS FROM STAFF MEMBERS Presentation of check from the San Bruno Community Foundation Raul Gomez from the San Bruno Community Foundation presented a check in the amount of $6,000 to Project Read Learning Wheels. February 2024 Library Director’s Report The Board reviewed the Director's Report. Communications and Statistics The Board members reviewed the Communications and Statistics. Library | Parks and Recreation Center Update There are fewer outstanding punch list items and updates this month. AV systems in several spaces are still awaiting delivery of parts and equipment for the final installations.. This week, photographers via the Architect will be taking additional pictures of the exterior and interior of the building. Kitchell staff is still onsite, providing project management and oversight of the remaining items for project completion. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION Review and Approval of Draft Minutes from the January 30, 2023 Library Board Meeting Motion to approve the minutes as presented from the January 30, 2023 meeting was made by Board Member Mary Giusti, and seconded by Vice President Hector Camacho. All members in attendance were in favor. 30 South San Francisco Public Library Board of Trustees Page 2 Meeting Minutes – February 27, 2024 Discussion and Motion to Amend the Suspension of Library Privileges Policy The Board reviewed and had minor changes regarding updating the policy with the library’s new address. A motion was made by Board Member Catherine Abalos and seconded by Board Member Mary Giusti to approve the Suspension of Library Privileges Policy with changes. All members in attendance were in favor. Introduction of New Library Board Member Catherine Abalos was introduced as the new Library Board Member. She is excited to be part of the Library Board. Project Read – Trivia Challenge 2023 Recap Karla Bourdon, Literacy Services Manager shared results of the 30th Trivia Challenge held on December 8, 2023. Approximately 300 guests attended including members of local organizations, libraries, community members, elected officials, and more. The event was supported by sponsors, donations, and team registrations with a profit of $35,733. Save the date for our upcoming Trivia Challenge on December 15, 2024 at the SSF Conference Center. E-Book Usage Statistics Summary Brittany Austin, Reference & Technical Services Program Manager gave an overview of e-Books and e-Audiobook collections. There are a variety of lending modules, such as through the Peninsula Library System’s shared collections via Overdrive/Libby, Overdrive Advantage purchases to fill local SSF patron demand, access to library collections in the MarinNet library system, and more. Usage of e-Books, e-Magazines and e-Audio has grown. Kanopy, a part of Overdrive is a module for movie streaming providing access to classics and diverse titles. Kanopy usage is growing, especially now that it is part of the Overdrive collection. LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENTS The Library Board of Trustees reviewed the Library Announcements. NEXT MEETING DATE AND AGENDA BUILDING The next meeting of the Library Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Library | Parks and Recreation Center, Community Room, 2nd Floor. Agenda Building: Recruitment Updates, Upcoming Cultural Events ADJOURNMENT There being no further business President Claire Ramsey adjourned the Library Board of Trustees meeting at 7:06 P.M. Respectfully Submitted: Claire Ramsey, Library Board of Trustees President Valerie Sommer, Library Director 31 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-284 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:6. Discussion and Motion to Amend the Out-of-County Inter-Library Loan Policy City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™32 SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC LIBRARY OUT-OF-COUNTY INTER-LIBRARY LOAN POLICY South San Francisco Public Library offers out-of-county inter-library loan services (ILL) to our library patrons. The goal of the South San Francisco Public Library Inter- libraryLibrary Loan Service is to provide patrons with access to books/materials at libraries nationwide that cooperate with us. The success of this program depends on prompt return of items borrowed. However, because of staff constraints and the costs involved, the following guidelines must be observed. 1. There is a non-refundable processing fee per item requested. The current fee is $3.00 per item for South San Francisco residents and $5.00 per item for non- residents can be found in the City of South San Francisco’s Master Fee Schedule. Not all interlibrary loan requests are successful due to availability of the item, willingness of owning libraries to loan, etc. Interlibrary loan requests will be accepted for lending libraries in the continental United States plus Hawaii. 2. Patrons must have a current Peninsula Library System (PLS) library card in good standing. 3. If a number of requests are submitted at the same time, there may be a delay in processing them. Please limit your request to three items at a time. 4. South San Francisco residents may request a maximum of twenty items in a calendar year and non-residents may request a maximum of twelve items. 5. Each volume of a title, each reel of microfilm, etc. constitutes one item request and should be submitted on a separate request form. If we are unable to fill your request on the first search and you would like us to try again in the future, the fee will be charged again. 6. If an item is owned by a Peninsula Library System (PLS) library, we must try to obtain it from that library before going out of system/county. If the item exists as reference use only in PLS, we will refer patron to owning library. 7. Patrons should provide accurate bibliographic information (author, title, year of publication, etc.) for items requested. 8. Patrons are responsible for any fees or charges imposed by the lending library. South San Francisco will try to borrow materials from sources that do not charge fees; however, if there are fees or charges imposed by the lending library, including special shipping fees, SSF Library staff will contact the patron for approval before proceeding with the loan request. 33 9. Items borrowed by SSF Public Library on ILL are subject to loan periods and other restrictions, i.e. library use only. Please note: microfilm reels must be viewed in the library. 9. 10. Items borrowed through out-of-county ILL must be picked up and returned to SSF South San Francisco Public Library. 11. Renewals are allowed per lending library policies and approvals and only at South San Francisco Public Library. Please call South San Francisco Public Library , 650-829-3860, at least five days before the due date of the item to request a renewal. 12. AV materials (except for microfilm) are not available through out-of-county ILL. Due to the difficulty in locating libraries that will loan microfilm reels, patrons may be responsible for identifying lending institutions. 12. 13. We will search for journal articles on our online ILL service. If we cannot locate them online, the patron is responsible for locating lending libraries. 14. In addition to the above constraints, the library will not search for: a) Items SSF Public Library has previously borrowed several times for the same person b) Items SSF Public Library has unsuccessfully tried twice to borrow within the last year c) Circulating items owned by a PLS library d) Items that cannot be verified e) Books likely to be designated “reference only” and, therefore, not loanable f) Items published within the current and previous year g) Textbooks 15. LOST OR DAMAGED MATERIALS Patron is responsible for entire amount charged by lending library if an item is lost or damaged while checked out to them, plus this library’s processing charge for lost/damaged items. Patron is also responsible for paying overdue fines charged by the lending library and this library. Approved by the Library Board of Trustees: 4/29/99 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: 5/25/04 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: 5/25/10 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: 2/26/13 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: 8/22/17 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: pending 34 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-285 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:7. Discussion and Motion to Amend the Library Use Policy City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™35 SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC LIBRARY USE POLICY DRAFT REVISION MARCH 2024 A. The following behaviors are not allowed in library facilities , including lobby, hallway and restroom areas, and/or are prohibited by law: 1. Damage, destruction, or theft of City property, tampering with computer hardware and/or software, and other illegal activities including graffiti, vandalism, smoking (including e-cigarettes or vaping), carrying of firearms, weapons, stun guns and tasers, or circumvention of security systems. 2. Alcohol use and/or open bottles of alcohol, unless authorized as part of a library program. 3. Use of abusive and/or cursing language, gestures, activities. 4. Engaging in or threatening physical assault or abuse; threatening or harassing other patrons or City staff, including, but not limited to: following, stalking, leering, staring, lurking, offensive touching, obscene acts such as indecent exposure, bullying. 5. Obstructing entrances or exits or interfering with the ability of the public or City staff to freely enter or exit City library facilities. 6. Soliciting, panhandling, or attempting to sell items for fundraising or other commercial purposes within City library facilities not part of an approved City program or City-initiated nonprofit such as Friends of the Library, South San Francisco Public Library Foundation or Friends of Parks and Recreation. 7. Disruptive behavior (including running and jumping) such as loud conversations on cell phones or in person, operating any electronic device used for sound without an earphone(s), or other noise and loitering in groups for any unlawful purpose. 8. Obstructing pathways, stairways, seating or access to resources with belongings and/or by sitting or lying on the floor; backpacks and other personal items must fit under tables or chairs. 9. Bringing personal items into City library facilities that pose a health or safety risk to the public and to City staff, including but not limited to mattresses, bedrolls, trash bags as storage for excess personal items, garbage, or recycling It is the goal of the Library Board of Trustees and staff of South San Francisco Public Library for all visitors to enjoy an accessible, positive and safe experience when using the library. This policy is designed to ensure Library facilities serve their primary purposes, including the provision of a quiet and orderly environment in which people may read, study, use library materials and equipment, and contemplate. The rules may regulate disruptive behavior, noise, offensive odors, health and sanitation hazards, and bringing possessions, materials, or objects into the Library which are likely to interfere with its use by others. The rules may not unreasonably or unfairly restrict access to libraries by any person or group. 36 10. Drinking beverages or eating in the buildingsLibrary collection and computer spaces, with the exception of food served as part of a City or library program or event. (except when offered as part of a City library program or event). Beverages in closed containers are acceptable. Snacks are allowed in library meeting rooms and facility lobby areas and must be disposed of in the proper trash receptacles. 11. Sleeping, bathing, shaving, washing hair, washing clothes, placing feet or footwear on furniture. 12. Strong odors including those caused by fragrance products and/or lack of personal hygiene. 13. Having bare feet, being shirtless, or being pant-less. 14. Leaving personal belongings unattended. Please keep all personal items with you at all times. 15. Moving furniture or fixtures into pathways and/or equipment such as computers or other hardware. 16. Using skateboards, roller blades, rolling shoes, etc. in the City library facilities or on City property in a manner that disrupts access to or use of the facilities; bringing bicycles or rolling containers used for storage, such as shopping carts, luggage and strollers, into the facilities; if they don’t fit comfortably under the chair or table of occupant these must be left or secured outside. 17. Bringing animals or pets into City library facilities. However, licensed and certified service animals are permitted to enter library facilities. A handler will be told to remove a service animal from a library facility if the service animal is not under control of their handler and the animal's handler does not take effective action to control it, or the animal is not housebroken. (28 CFR §35.136(a) and (b).) A service animal must have a harness, leash, or other tether, unless either the handler is unable because of a disability or other tether would interfere with the service animal's safe, effective performance of work or tasks, in which case the service animal must be otherwise under the handler's control (e.g., voice control, signals, or other effective means). 18. Use of open flames. 19. Viewing or displaying obscene content on computers or personal devices. 20. Unauthorized presence in City staff-designated areas; unauthorized entering or remaining inside facilities before or after posted hours of operation. 21. Failure to comply with City staff requests and guidelines relating to a local public health emergency: You may be asked to leave the facility if a local public health emergency has been declared and you exhibit any symptoms of the related illness, or if the City has instituted use guidelines in response to a public health emergency and you fail to comply with the guidelines 37 22. All other actions in violation of other library policies, including the Internet and Computer Use Policy. B. Unattended Children Parents are responsible for the behavior and safety of their children using the Library. Children under the age of ten years must be closely accompanied at all times by a parent or responsible adult caregiver. The police may be called when children are left unattended. C. Youth Library The Youth Library is limited to persons under age 18 or through high school (hereinafter “Children and Teen”) and their accompanying parent, caregiver, or teacher, and those using the Children’s and Teen collections. For safety, computers in the Youth Library may only be used by Children and Teens; their accompanying parent, caregiver or teacher may assist them. The Grand Library meeting room is reserved for Children and Teen reading and study, Monday through Friday, during school year operating days, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. When a patron behaves in a manner that violates this policy, Library Staff may ask patron to leave the City library facility with or without warning, may contact law enforcement if necessary, and/or may suspend the patron from use of the City library facilities, in accordance with the Suspension of Library Privileges Policy and accompanying Suspension of Library Privileges Policy for Appeals Procedure. Adopted by Library Board of Trustees: August 28, 2001 Revised and adopted by the Library Board of Trustees: November 23, 2003 Revised and adopted by the Library Board of Trustees: July 26, 2005 Revised and adopted by the Library Board of Trustees: May 27, 2008 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: June 22, 2010 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: April 26, 2011 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: July 24, 2012 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: February 26, 2013 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: May 28, 2013 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: September 23, 2014 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: June 28, 2016 Reaffirmed by the Library Board of Trustees: February 27, 2018 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: October 22, 2019 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: April 28, 2020 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: July 26, 2022 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: Oct. 24,2023 Amended by the Library Board of Trustees: pending 38 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-301 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:8. Upcoming Cultural Events and Programs City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™39 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-286 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:9. Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Library Budget discussion City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™40 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-287 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:10. Proposed California State Government Funding Cuts for Libraries City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™41 2024 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES The California Library Association —through its members and advocates —works to make a difference for all Californians by providing adequately funded libraries,which transform lives through their programs and services. At the state level,CLA actively advocates for the following: 1.Protection of 2021-22 and 2022-23 State Budget Augmentations in Light of a Challenging 2024-25 Budget year During the 2021-22 and 2022-23 Budget years,the legislature and the Governor made a series of historic funding commitments to public library programs under the jurisdiction of the California State Library.This funding allowed public libraries to address much needed health and safety construction-related deficiencies,fed children at the library in need of a meal during the summer,provided books to homebound seniors,and much more.As such,the California Library Association respectfully requests that the legislature and Governor protect the valuable investments made in the areas of: *The California Library Services Act (CLSA)that fosters resource sharing among libraries,particularly in rural areas where funding challenges persist. a.*Lunch at the Library,which provides 300,000+free and nutritious lunches and literacy-rich programs annually at hundreds of libraries across the state during the summer months. b.*Zip books,a program which supports the diverse informational needs of people in rural and underserved populations who cannot get to a physical library. c.*Library infrastructure grants through the Building Forward Library Improvement Grant Program,which is providing critically important construction dollars to public libraries throughout the state for health and safety facility upgrades,ADA compliance,essential library building expansions and more. 2.New and Ongoing Funding Requests (2024-25 State Budget) a.$3 million in one-time funding grants to assist public libraries in offsetting costs associated with the implementation of SB 321-Ashby,Statutes of 2023 (library cards for third graders). b.$10 million in funding to support online job training and workforce development. c.$5 million in ongoing funding for the training of library staff and hiring of social workers to support the de-escalation of behavioral trends in libraries. 3.Equitable Access to Critical Library and Information Services a.Broadband equity and digital literacy for unserved and underserved communities. b.Support the freedom to read and access to material with diverse points of view. c.Support libraries as a safe haven for all community members. d.Accessible buildings,including upgrades to critical infrastructure and support in times of disaster,such as wildfires and extreme heat. e.Early literacy,school readiness,adult literacy,career development,vocational support,42 and assistance to vulnerable populations. f.Mandate credentialed Teacher Librarians in all California Public Schools and support the creation of a Library Lead position in the Statewide System of Support . g.Support for libraries to purchase digital content including eBooks and eAudiobooks at the same price as consumers. h.Support for California’s law libraries. CLA supports positive action in key areas,including,but not limited to ●Equity,Inclusion and Anti-Racism ●Intellectual Freedom ●Privacy ●Net Neutrality CLA also monitors all state legislation that may impact items on the above list or that are identified ashavinganimpactonlibraries,library funding and/or library staff. 43 CaliforniaPublic LibraryPrograms In the past, the State Budget supported initiatives that empowered Californians through libraries, including the State Library Parks Pass Program, Brainfuse HelpNow, and CAreer Pathways. These programs are especially crucial for residents in disadvantaged and rural communities. Every Californian should have fair access to library resources and services. Protect Funding for Protect ValuableResources Equitable Access for All The State Library Parks Pass program, Brainfuse HelpNow, and CAreer Pathways are all uncertain under California's proposed 2024- 2025 budget. Legislature is urged to prioritize and restore funding for these initiatives during the budget process. Let’s safeguard the continuity of these valued programs that enrich our communities. 44 State Library Parks PassProgram Brainfuse HelpNow Not every family can afford a private tutor. With the Brainfuse HelpNow program, every Californian can access free online tutoring. HelpNow tutors are available to assist learners of all ages, starting from Kindergarten, in building thinking and problem-solving skills. CAreer Pathways CAreer Pathways allows Californians to pursue lifelong learning and career development goals using eight digital resources: Coursera, GetSetUp, Job & Career Accelerator, LearningExpress Library Complete, LinkedIn Learning, Northstar, Skillshare, and VetNow. State Parks passes are available to checkout at all public libraries in California. With these passes, library cardholders can access over 200 parks, lakes, beaches and monuments in the State Parks system for free. The goal of these passes is to remove barriers for people to access state parks and to enjoy the benefits of the great outdoors. Park Pass Checkouts at California Libraries 135,000+ Data Source: California State Library date from Program start through September 30, 2023 41% of survey respondents reported an income of $60,000 or less 56% of survey respondents identify as people of color 64% of survey respondents reported that day-use fees were the reason they did not visit the Parksmore often Data Source: California State Library survey responses as of November 6, 2023 2.4 million website visits 362,000+ live tutoring sessions 94% of users report the service helps them improve their grades 93% of users are more confident about their schoolwork Data Source: California State Library September 2022-December 2023 382,800+ hours of instruction used which is equivalent to 798 years of community college Learners using CAreer Pathways Platforms report feeling: 79% more knowledgeable 63% more confident 57% more prepared Data Source: California State Library 45 CAREER PATHWAYS - STATE LIBRARY PACKAGE Usage Report - Courses + Videos Completed Coursera Get Set Up Learning Express Linkedin Learning Totals 23-Jul 31 79 2 8 120 23-Aug 17 35 0 36 88 23-Sep 33 17 1 129 180 23-Oct 0 13 0 27 40 23-Nov 12 16 1 111 140 23-Dec 27 4 4 31 66 24-Jan 13 9 11 108 141 24-Feb 17 25 30 88 160 24-Mar 0 0 0 0 0 24-Apr 0 0 0 0 0 24-May 0 0 0 0 0 24-Jun 0 0 0 0 0 Learning Express totals includes courses, tutorials, and books LinkedIn Learning totals includes courses and videos SSFPL DATABASES Usage Report - Searches Brainfuse Data Axle EBSCO Gale NYTimes Newsbank O'Reilly Springer WSJ Totals 23-Jul 0 17 3434 2 486 457 83 98 183 4760 23-Aug 0 14 2544 17 4593 579 90 77 207 8121 23-Sep 0 17 3752 7 4045 438 76 26 180 8541 23-Oct 0 12 6709 888 4336 443 60 73 221 12742 23-Nov 19 29 12478 296 2493 553 13 37 282 16200 23-Dec 7 15 5294 1493 1794 414 59 16 289 9381 24-Jan 0 4 8557 603 2318 473 11 69 357 12392 24-Feb 2 9 8005 0 201 0 335 8552 NYTimes and WSJ totals are views, not searches Springer totals are unique investigations, or "any action in relation to a content item or title" Brainfuse, NYTimes, and some of the Gale Resources (excluding Nat'l Geographic) are funded by the CA State Library 46 36% 4% 8% 51% Job Search Educational/Test Prep LifelongLearning Increasing Job Skills Reasons for Learners to Use CAreer Pathways Resources Californians can pursue lifelong learning and career development goals using eight digital resources: Coursera, GetSetUp, Job & Career Accelerator, LearningExpress Library Complete, LinkedIn Learning, Northstar, Skillshare, and VetNow. CAreerPathways Usage Statistics 178,000+ USERS Benetting many Californians 382,800+ HOURS Equivalent to 798 years of community college 68,200+ LESSONS Actively engaged each month 47 Learners Using the CAreer Pathways Platforms ReportFeeling Morecondent 63% More knowledgeable 79% More competitive in the job market 36%46% More engaged/connected 57% More prepared The CAreer Pathways program is a collaboration between the California State Library and Pacic Library Partnership. For more information or to see what resources are available at your local public library, please visit library.ca.gov/pathways For questions, please contact [email protected] Data usage is from October 2022 through June 2023. This resource is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library. For more information please scan here.  94 percent would recommend the learning resource they used to a friend, colleague, or family member. 94%“My husband was unable to get a job with the degree he had as it had components that were out of date. When I found this resource was free through the library, we signed him up. He completed 5 dierent certicates and was able to nd a job! His employer mentioned that the certicates were what got him the job as it taught him the updated skills he needed. We wouldn't have been able to complete courses without the library as we couldn't aord it.” “I really appreciate you making the resources available for free. I work full time but I take classes basically every day for transition- ing to a new career, so I really appreciate it that you make it all free and made the transitioning much easier for me.” 48 49 50 Statewide Online Tutoring Project This program is supported with funds provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Librarian. Free online homework help. Anywhere. Anytime. Participating California Public Libraries 135 2.4 m 362k+ 94% of users continue to report the service is helping improve their grades 93% feel the service is making them more confident about their schoolwork “This service was a great help. Thank you for providing it...I will be using it again.” “My tutor really helped me with my problems & helped me understand my homework better than before! I really appreciate the tutors.” Data Source: September 2022 - December 2023 10k+ Available at public libraries 6 langs http://tutoring.library.ca.gov Website Visits Live Tutoring Sessions Writing Lab Submissions English, Spanish Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog, Vietnamese 51 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-292 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:11. Library Announcements ·Holiday closure: The Library will be closed on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. ·Join the SSF Public Library us as we kick-off our four-part STEM Series with Pulitzer Prize-winner Journalist and Author of The Exceptions:Nancy Hopkins,MIT,and the Fight for Women in Science,Kate Zernike on April 11, 2024 at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers of Library | Parks and Recreation Building ·The SSF Public Library Book Club meets every third Tuesday in the Community Room on the 2nd floor in the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center. On April 16th at 6:00 pm we will be meeting to discuss Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. You are not required to read the book but be prepared for spoilers! Email [email protected] <https://www.ssf.net/departments/library/services/[email protected]> for more information on how to participate! No registration is required. ·Have a broken household item?Bring it to the Fix It Clinic and learn how to disassemble,repair and provide maintenance to your items on April 20,2024 from 11:00am -2:00 pm in the Makerspace Room on the 2nd floor of the new Library |Parks and Recreation Center.Fixit Coaches (and helpful neighbors)will be available for consultation on broken items:we'll provide workspace,specialty tools,and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item.The Fix It Clinic is a community-based workshop led by volunteer neighbors and friends and supported by a grant from Genentech, a member of the Roche Group. ·In celebration of Día de los Niños/Children's Day <https://www.ala.org/alsc/initiatives/dia> , the Grand Avenue Library will be hosting s a set of children's programs on Saturday, April 27. Mariela's Music Time will headline the day, with an educational, energetic, and interactive bilingual performance for children and their families. We will also host a craft and book reading program designed around inclusivity for neurodivergent children. City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™52 City of South San Francisco Legislation Text P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue) South San Francisco, CA File #:24-299 Agenda Date:3/26/2024 Version:1 Item #:12. Next Meeting Date and Agenda Building Agenda Building for Next Meeting: a) Master Fee Schedule Changes, if applicable b) 2024-25 Library Budget discussion, continued Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 6:00 PM Library | Parks and Recreation Center Community Room, 2nd Floor 901 Civic Campus Way South San Francisco, CA 94080 City of South San Francisco Printed on 3/19/2024Page 1 of 1 powered by Legistar™53