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CITY OF LODI
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
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AGENDA TITLE: Adopt Resolution authorizing Lodi Public Library to participatewith City of
Richmond's Literacy for Every Adult Project (LEAP) in implementation of the
Learner Web —Californ ia
MEETING DATE: May 2,2012
PREPARED BY: Library Services Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution authorizing Lodi Public Libraryto participatewith
City of Richmond's Literacy for Every Adult Project (LEAP) in
implementation of the Learner Web —Californ ia
BACKGROUND INFORMATION The City of Richmond's Literacy for Every Adult Project partnered
with Portland State Universityto create a regional version of the
LearnerWeb for California and received a Library Services and
Technology Act (LSTA) grant for the project. The grant implementation process calls for the participation
of four California adult literacy programs -two in the South and two in the North. Lodi Public LibraryAdult
Literacy Services volunteered to participate in the project and after a telephone interview was selected as
one of two northern programs.
The Learner Web is a self -paced interactive learning support system for adult literacy students developed
by Portland State Universitywith a federal Broadband Technology Opportunity Project (BTOP) grant.
Lodi Public Library's Computer Learning Center meets the technology requirements of the grant. Lodi
Public Library's participation requires library staff to attend trainings in set up and usage of the Learner
Web and provide feedback on registration and the usage of the system by Lodi library patrons. Lodi will
receive training in usage of the LearnerWeb, technical assistance and learning plans in both English and
Spanish for computer literacy, internet access, and career pathway information. These tools will enhance
the ability of Lodi's Adult Literacy Services to provide computer literacy training as well as instruction on
reading and math skills.
The attached Memorandum of Understanding outlines the project and obligations of Lodi Public Library.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not Applicable.
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Nancy C. Maoinez, Library ServigiA-aVector
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APPROVED:
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Konridt Bartlam, City Manager
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDINGREGARDING THE LODI PUBLIC
LIEBRARY AND THE LITERACY FOR EVERY ADULT PROJECT
This Memorandum of Understanding constitutes the agreement between the City of
Richmond's Literacy for Every Adult Project, hereafter referred to as "LEAP," and
Lodi Public Library, hereafter referred to as "LPL," for the purpose of implementing the
Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) grant received by Portland State
University. As a sub -recipient, LEAP is forming a partnership with LPL to use the on-
site computer resource center for computer instruction. With the support of LEAP and
the leaming plans furnished by Portland State University, LPL will recruit and teach
residents digital literacy, internet searching, and career pathway information using the
Learner Web.
Parties
City of Richmond
Literacy for Every Adult Project
440 Civic Center Plaza
Richmond, CA 94804
(510)307-8082
Lodi Public Library
201 West Locust Street,
Lodi, CA 95240
209-333-5554
Time of A2reement
The effective date of this Memorandum of Understanding is February 1, 20 12 and will
terminate on March 31, 20 13. This MOU may be tenninated earlier by any of the parties,
provided that thirty (3 0) days' written notice is provided to the other party.
Terms and Conditions
LEAP and LPL agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. LPL wHI:
a. Designate LPL as a partner site with LEAP and provide working
computers (as referenced in the original RFQ and outlined by Portland
State University) for the purpose of new residents to be trained on digital
literacy, internet access, broadband consumer education and career
exploration through the Learner Web.
b. Designate an authorized staffto complete quarterly financial reports in a
timely manner.
c. Designate an authorized staff to be responsible for attending trainings and
managing the tutor -student BTOP leaming.
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d. Participate in and be familiar with registration system to track hours.
e. Participate actively in project communication processes.
f Provide feedback to project manager on implementation, access and usage
of BTOP.
2. LEAP will:
a. Provide training to staff at LPL.
b. Provide necessary forms required for reporting measures of tutor, staff,
and student engagementwith BTOP.
c. Provide leaming plans in English and Spanish for computer literacy,
internet access, consumer broadband education, and career pathway
information.
d. Provide technical assistance via telephone or e-mail to support the BTOP
program.
Indemnification
I . LPL shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents,
employees and volunteers from any and all claims, suits, or actions of every
name, kind and description, brought forth on account of injuries to or death of any
person or damage to property arising from or connected with the willful
misconduct, negligent acts, errors or omissions, ultra -hazardous activities,
activities giving rise to strict liability, or defects in design by LPL or any person
directly or indirectly employed by, or acting as, the agent for LPL in the
performance of this MOU, including the concurrent or successive passive
negligence of the City, its officers, agents, employees or volunteers.
Notices
All notices, demands, statements, or communications provided for by this Memorandum
of Understanding shall be in writing and may be delivered by deposit in the United States
mail, postage prepaid. Notices to the City shall be addressed to the party designated in
section I below. Notices to LPL shall be addressed to the party designated in section 2
below. Notice shall be deemed delivered (a) upon personal delivery; (b) as of the fifth
business day after mailing by United States certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed to
the proper party; or (c) as of 12: 00 p.m. on the second business day immediately after the
day it is deposited with and accepted by Federal Express, or a similar overnight courier
service, addressed to the proper party and marked for next business day morning
delivery. For the purposes of this Memorandum of Understanding, a "business day"
means any day Monday through Friday that is not a holiday recognized by the federal
government or the State of California.
1. CITY hereby designates as its authorized representative the project manager
whose name and address are as follows:
SherryDrobner
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City of Richmond
Literacy for Every Adult Project
440 Civic Center Plaza
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 307-8082
2. LPL hereby designates as its authorized representative the project manager whose
name and address are as follows:
Nancy Martinez
Lodi Public Library
201 West Locust Street,
Lodi, CA 95240
209-333-5554
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Sianatures
The following signatures attest to the parties' agreement to the terms of the MOU:
LODI PUBLIC LIBRARY
Nancy Martinez, Director DATE
CITY OF RICHMOND
Bill Lindsay, City Manager DATE
LITERACY FOR EVERY ADULT PROJECT
Sherry Drobner, Program Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 2012-55
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING
THE LODI PUBLIC LIBRARY TO PARTICIPATE WITH CITY CIF
RICHMOND'S LITERACY FOR EVERYADULT PROJECT IN
IMPLEMENTATON OF THE LEARNER WEB-CALIFORN IA
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WHEREAS, the City of Richmond's Literacy for Every Adult Project partnered with
Portland State University to create a regional version of the Learner Web for California and
received a Library Services and Technology Act grant for the project; and
WHEREAS, the grant implementation process calls for the participation of four California
adult literacy programs -two in the South and two in the North; and
WHEREAS, the Lodi Public Library Adult Literacy Services volunteered to participate in
the project and after a telephone interview was selected as one of two northern programs; and
WHEREAS, the Learner Web is a self -paced interactive learning support system for
adult literacy students developed by Portland State University with a federal Broadband
Technology Opportunity Project grant; and
WHEREAS, the Lodi Public Library's Computer Learning Center meets the technology
requirements of the grant and will require library staff to attend trainings in set up and usage cf
the Learner Web and provide feedback on registration and the usage of the system by Lodi
library patrons; and
WHEREAS, Lodi will receive training in usage of the Learner Web, technical assistance
and learning plans in both English and Spanish for computer literacy, internet access, and
career pathway information. These tools will enhance the ability of Lodi's Adult Literacy
Services to provide computer literacy training as well as instruction on reading and math skills.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby
authorize the Lodi Public Library to participate with City of Richmond's Literacy for Every Adult
Project in implementation of the Learner Web -California.
Date: May 2, 2012
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 2012-55 was passed and adopted by the Lodi City
Council in a regular meeting held May 2, 2012, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN
COUNCIL MEMBERS — Hansen, Johnson, Katzakian, and
Mayor Mounce
COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
COUNCIL MEMBERS — Nakanishi
COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
2012-55