HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - February 2, 2000 E-08CITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE: Resolution to Support the Passage of Proposition 14, the California Reading and
Literacy Improvement and Public Library Construction Bond Act of 2000
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2000
SUBMITTED BY: Library Services Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution to support the
passage of Proposition 14, the California Reading and Literacy
Improvement and Public Library Construction Bond Act of 2000.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Proposition 14 offers the Lodi Public Library the opportunity to
compete for state funds to finance a portion of the cost to renovate our library building. The major
provisions of Proposition 14 allow for use of the funds for renovations as well as new construction. The
program favors joint use and cooperative agreements between library jurisdictions and school districts.
Governor Davis signed SB 3 in September 1999. The March 7th ballot measure requires a simple majority
to pass. Please see the attachments for more information.
At their January 10, 2000 meeting, the Library Board of Trustees endorsed Proposition 14 and authorized
the Library Services Director to present a proposal to the City Council for endorsement of the proposition.
The Library is currently in the study and planning stage of a remodel of the present library facility. The
Library Board of Trustees' Long -Range Planning Committee is providing community input regarding facility
needs and services.
FUNDING: Not Applicable
Respectfully,
Nancy Martinez
Library Services Director
APPROVED:
H. Dixon Flynn -- City Manager
The Facts About
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roposi ion14
The Statewide Bond For Literacy and Libraries
On the March 7, 2000 Statewide Ballot
Proposition 14, slated for the March 7, 2000 ballot, provides $350 million in bond money for building new
libraries, repairing existing facilities, upgrading telecommunications and electrical systems, improving study
conditions, and creating a safe, comfortable environment for library users.
Why Is Proposition 14 Necessary?
As California's population continues to climb, library visits have skyrocketed statewide. Many communities
have no local library, and others have facilities that are old, worn and out-of-date.
In 1998, the State Library surveyed public libraries to determine construction and renovation needs.
The survey identified 425 needed projects at a cost of approximately $2 billion. This prompted the
introduction of Senate Bill 3, which passed both houses of the State Legislature with solid bi-partisan
support, and was signed by the Governor. This $350 million bond measure — now called Proposition 14 —
is on the March 7, 2000 statewide ballot.
What Are the Major Provisions of Proposition 14?
• Authorizes libraries to apply for state grants of between $50,000 and $20,000,000 for the construction,
remodeling or repair of library facilities.
• Establishes first priority funding for joint -use projects where there is a cooperative agreement between
libraries and schools.
• Provides up to 65% in state bond funding for approved projects, with a required 35% local match.
What Can Proposition 14 Funds Can Be Used for?
• site acquisition
• new building construction
• remodeling renovating existing public library facilities, or converting other facilities to public libraries
• upgrading telecommunications and electrical systems to accommodate technology
• purchasing of furniture and equipment
Who Supports Proposition 14?
Proposition 14 was placed on the ballot with overwhelming support from Republican and Democratic State Legislators.
Other supporters include: League of Women Voters of California • Congress of California Seniors
California Teachers Association • California Organization of Police and Sheriffs
Building and Construction Trades Council of California, AFL-CIO • California Library Association,
and city councils, boards of supervisors and school district boards throughout the state.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL IN SUPPORT OF THE PASSAGE
OF PROPOSITION 14, "THE CALIFORNIA READING AND LITERACY
IMPROVEMENT AND PUBLIC LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION
BOND ACT OF 2000"
WHEREAS, public libraries are a supplement to the formal system of free public education and
deserve adequate financial support from government at all levels; and
WHEREAS, a viable statewide system of public libraries is essential to assist the schools, support
children and to serve the general public in all local communities; and
WHEREAS, community public libraries are an important partner in providing a quality education
for children and ensuring lifelong learning opportunities for all citizens; and
WHEREAS, the public interest is served by providing adequate resources to properly fund public
library facilities and services; and
WHEREAS, local public libraries throughout California need additional funding for the construction
of new libraries and for the expansion and renovation of existing library facilities to better serve their
communities; and
WHEREAS, the California State Library recently conducted a statewide survey which identified a
need for over 425 local library projects at a cost in excess of $2 billion; and
WHEREAS, first priority is given to projects which are joint ventures between public libraries and
the schools; and
WHEREAS, the California State Legislature and the Governor approved SB3, the California
Reading and Literacy Improvement and Public Library Construction and Renovation Bond Act of 2000,
authorizing $350 million in State bonds to fund grants on a 65% state — 35% local match basis; and
WHEREAS, this measure will appear on the March 7 2000 statewide ballot as Proposition 14,
and, if approved by California voters, will provide significant funding to address California's public library
construction needs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lodi supports the
passage of Proposition 14, "The California Reading and Literacy Improvement and Public Library
Construction Bond Act of 2000," and encourages voters in the City of Lodi to approve this bond act on
March 7, 2000.
Dated: February 2, 2000
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 2000-13 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the
City of Lodi in a regular meeting held February 2, 2000 by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — Hitchcock, Land, Pennino and Mann (Mayor)
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — Nakanishi
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
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ALICE M.. REMCHE
City Clerk
2000-13