Report to City Council
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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Jeremy Bubnick, Parks & Community Services
Director
AGENDA DATE: March 17, 2026
TITLE: LIBRARY COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT 2025/2026
(REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES)
(DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
TITLE SUMMARY: Library Commission Annual Report
DISTRICT: All Districts
Recommendation(s)
That the City Council:
1. Receive and file the Library Commission Annual Report for 2025/2026.
SUMMARY
The Library Commission Annual Report provides an overview of the Commission’s activities and accomplishments from March 2025 to February 2026. The report highlights the Commission’s role in supporting library programs, promoting community engagement, and advising on matters related to library services and resources. Each year the Commission prepares an annual report summarizing its activities and contributions.
DISCUSSION
The Library Commission provides advice and recommendations to the City Council on policies and programs to enhance library services and serves as a liaison between the public and library administration. Presenting the report to the City Council provides an opportunity to share the Commission’s work and ensures transparency regarding
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advisory body activities. The sections below provide information on Commission members, key acti vities, and areas of focus that support library services and programs during the past year.
Composition
The Commission includes seven voting members and two alternates; alternates may vote only when replacing an absent voting member.
The following persons serve as voting members:
1. Mona Lisa Stallworth, Chair, Term Ending 6/30/2027
2. Dr. Jenn Carson, Vice Chair, Term Ending 6/30/2026
3. Ginger Baker, Member, Term Ending 6/30/2026
4. Anna Christian, Member, Term Ending 6/30/2027
5. Dr. Tashia Hilliard, Member, Term Ending 6/30/2027
6. Dr. Lynnette Sullivan, Member, Term Ending 6/30/2026
7. Victoria Williamson, Member, Term Ending 6/30/2028
8. Rebecca T. Diaz, Alternate Member, Term Ending 6/30/2028
9. David Torres, Alternate Member, Term Ending 6/30/2028
The current Chair is Mona Lisa Stallworth, and the current Vice Chair is Dr. Jenn Carson.
Library Leadership and Operations
As a consultant with Library Systems & Services, Library Director Maria Sunio, along with her dedicated team of branch managers, provides a wide range of programs and services to the Moreno Valley community operating at the Moreno Valley Public Library, Moreno Valley Mall Library Branch, and the Iris Plaza Library Branch. The library system will soon expand to include a fourth location, the Lakeshore Branch Library in Sunnymead Ranch, projected to open by 2027. The opening will coincide with the celebration of the Moreno Valley library system’s 40th anniversary.
Library Programs & Community Services
During this annual report period, library programming included:
Toddler Time
Discovery Club
Family Literacy Social
Time for Adults
Basic Tech Help
Basic Computer Skills for Adults
A variety of additional educational programs and community workshops
In addition, free tax filing assistance was made available to eligible residents at select branch locations. Through these efforts, the Library Director and her team strengthened
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community engagement, resulting in a significant incre ase in participation compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Little Free Library Initiative
The Library Commission continues to support the Little Free Library initiative through collaboration with the Moreno Valley Unified School District (MVUSD). This pa rtnership includes student participation in painting ten Little Free Library boxes located throughout the City of Moreno Valley.
The existing boxes are currently being replaced with new models purchased from the official Little Free Library Shop. MVUSD students will repaint the new boxes using the same themes as the original designs.
Each Library Commissioner has adopted a designated Little Free Library location and conducts regular visits to ensure the boxes remain stocked, well-maintained, and free of damage.
Expanding Access and Reducing Barriers
The Library Commission focused on reducing barriers to access and expanding community reach. Key efforts included:
Supporting the elimination of overdue fines for youth ages 0–17 Advancing student access through the Student Success Card initiative Strengthening civic engagement through outreach and partnerships
To support these goals, the Commission established Commissioner Proposals to promote resource sharing and community engagement in areas such as:
Voter awareness
Student and parent support
Career fairs and transferable skills
Health and nutrition
Information literacy
Living library experiences
Community book club discussions
Community Engagement and Outreach
Library Commissioners maintained a visible presence by wearing official badges at events and engaging directly with residents. They participated in both City-sponsored and non-City events throughout Moreno Valley.
During the year, the Library Commission attended the State of the City Address and the Friends of the Library Annual Meeting. Commissioners also attended community events including:
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Beautify MoVal
Veterans Day Ceremony
Juneteenth Celebration
Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Trunk or Treat
Day of the Dead Celebration
Flight Deck Bike Park Ribbon Cutting and Plaque Dedication
During the report period, Chairperson Stallworth successfully graduated from the City’s Citizen’s Academy. Commissioners continue to expand their understanding of municipal operations to better serve and represent the community.
Professional Development
Library Commissioners also attended professional conferences focused on networking, collaboration, and strengthening library services. These included the Serving with a Purpose Conference and the California Library Association (CLA) Conference.
Participation in these events provided valuable insight into innovative programming, emerging technologies, and best practices in library services. These collective efforts have stren gthened the Commission’s ability to provide informed recommendations and support high-quality library services for the Moreno Valley community.
Future Items
The Library Commission will continue to share valuable knowledge while making meaningful impacts within the City of Moreno Valley.
Attendance
During the reporting period, the Library Commission held eight regular meetings.
Name Regular Meeting Absences Percent Absent
Stallworth 0/8 0%
Carson 1/8 13%
Baker 0/8 0%
Christian 1/8 13%
Hilliard 4/8 50%
Sullivan 2/8 25%
Williamson 0/8 0%
Diaz 0/8 0%
Torres 0/8 0%
ALTERNATIVES
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1. Approve and authorize the recommended actions as presented in this staff report.
Staff recommend this alternative.
2. Do not approve and authorize the recommended actions as presented in this staff report. Staff does not recommend this alternative.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with receiving and filing this report.
NOTIFICATION
None.
PREPARATION OF STAFF REPORT
Prepared By: Department Head Approval:
Iesha Shabazz Jeremy Bubnick
Management Assistant Parks & Community Services Director
Concurred By:
Danielle Monarrez
Parks & Community Services Financial Services Division Manager
CITY COUNCIL GOALS
Advocacy: Develop cooperative intergovernmental relationships and be a forceful advocate of City policies, objectives, and goals to appropriate external governments, agencies and corporations.
CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
1. Economic Development
2. Public Safety
3. Library
4. Infrastructure
5. Beautification, Community Engagement, and Quality of Life
6. Youth Programs
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Report Approval Details
Document Title: STAFF REPORT_PCS_ANNUAL REPORT_LIBRARY
COMMISSION.docx
Attachments:
Final Approval Date: Mar 9, 2026
This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below:
Jeremy Bubnick
Natalia Medina
Felicia London, MPA
Launa Jimenez
Brian Mohan
Patty Rodriguez