City Council Memorandum
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL DATE: JUNE 11, 2024 FROM: LIBRARY DEPARTMENT WARDS: ALL
SUBJECT: ACCEPT 1 PILLAR ADA ACCESSIBLE PRIVACY BOOTH FOR ARLANZA LIBRARY, 52 PORTABLE SOLAR CHARGERS, AND 32 IFIXIT REPAIR KITS FROM THE CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY FOR THE LIBRARY EMPOWERING ACCESS PROJECT VALUED AT $30,019.65 ISSUES:
Accept 1 pillar ADA accessible privacy booth for Arlanza library, 52 portable solar chargers, and 32 iFixit repair kits from the California State Library for the Library emPOWERing Access Project valued at $30,019.65.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council accept 1 pillar ADA accessible privacy booth for Arlanza library, 52 portable solar chargers, and 32 iFixit repair kits from the California State Library for the Library emPOWERing Access Project valued at $30,019.65.
BACKGROUND:
On March 21, 2024, the Riverside Public Library applied for the EmPOWERing Access Project which will provide ADA accessible privacy booths, solar charging devices and repair tool kits. The project will encourage library users to connect with their community and provide new ways to access information and learn new skills. This project is in partnership with the Southern California Library Cooperative and California State Library.
DISCUSSION:
On April 22, 2024, the California State Library selected the Riverside Public Library to receive the following items paid for by the Southern California Library Cooperative. All items listed will be shipped directly to the library by June 30, 2024.
Item Description
Value
(1) Pillar ADA Accessible Booth
$22,000.00
(52) Portable Solar Chargers
$5,655.00
(32) iFixit Repair Kits
$2,364.65
Total
$30,019.65
Pillar ADA Accessible Booth
The Pillar accessible privacy booths are ADA compliant and are to be used by patrons for telehealth appointments, job interviews, legal appointments, educational sessions, or any other virtual connection that requires privacy. Acoustic panels and fabric and magnetic door seal block out the noise and keep conversations private. The privacy booth will be compliant with local fire, seismic and ADA code. A sample of the privacy booth is provided below.
Portable Solar Charging Device
Portable solar chargers will be provided to libraries to loan out to patrons to charge their electronic devices during outdoor activities, emergencies, or scheduled outages. Possible uses include charging hearings aids, hiking/camping trips, and for any patron wanting to learn more about portable solar charging options. iFixit Repair Tool Kits
iFixit repair tool kits in libraries can provide access to repair kits as part of a public program and to demonstrate the value of DIY skill building. Repair kits can be utilized in Maker Spaces or checked out. Libraries are required to incorporate iFixit tool kits into a program or an event by June 2024.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
This item contributes to Strategic Priority 1 - Arts, Culture & Recreation and Goal 1.1 - Strengthen Riverside’s portfolio of arts, culture, recreation, senior and lifelong learning programs and amenities through expanded community partnerships, shared use opportunities and fund development.
The item aligns with each of the five Cross-Cutting Threads as follows:
Community Trust - This item aligns with Community Trust by minimizing the expenditure of City funds through community partnership and involving the community.
Equity - This item aligns with Equity by facilitating equitable distribution of services to every member of the community through alternative sources.
Fiscal Responsibility - This item aligns with Fiscal Responsibility as the community would benefit with no financial implications to the City other than in-kind contributions of staff time.
Innovation - This item aligns with Innovation by continuing partnerships with the California State Library to secure funding for programming needs for the community.
Sustainability & Resiliency - This item aligns with Sustainability & Resiliency by providing new and innovative programs and resources.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact of this action is $30,019.65, reflecting the value of the assets received for participating in this project.
Prepared by: Angela Henson, Senior Management Analyst
Approved by: Erin Christmas, Library Director
Certified as to
availability of funds: Kristie Thomas, Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer Approved by: Kris Martinez, Assistant City Manager
Approved as to form: Phaedra A. Norton, City Attorney
Attachment: Notice
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