RESOLUTION NO. ________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND TO
ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION EMERGENCY CONNECTIVITY FUND MONIES IF AWARDED INTO THE 2021-2022 AND 2022-2023 LIBRARY BUDGET.
WHEREAS, the Federal Communications Commission created the Emergency Connectivity Fund in 2021 to cover the reasonable costs of laptop and tablet computers; Wi-Fi hotspots; modems; routers; and broadband connectivity purchases for off-campus use by library patrons; and
WHEREAS, staff at the Richmond Public Library applied for Emergency Connectivity Fund monies to support the expansion of device lending and connectivity for Richmond residents and library patrons; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Communications Commission has recently extended the period of covered service through June of 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Richmond that if awarded Emergency Connectivity Fund monies will be accepted and appropriated accordingly into the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 Library Budget.
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I certify that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Richmond at a _________ meeting held on _____________ by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTENTIONS:
ABSENT:
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Clerk of the City of Richmond
(SEAL)
Approved:
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Mayor
Approved as to form:
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City Attorney