Item Number: 14
City Council / Board of Directors
Written Communications
Meeting of: March 3, 2026
Submitted By:
Donna Meester, Community Services Director
Subject:
Acceptance of California State Library Grant Fund for Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-009 and No. 26-010, thereby:
(1) Accepting grant funds from the California State Library, providing the City with $15,750 to launch the Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project; and (2) Authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to finalize all documents to execute the grant contract; and
(3) Amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to reflect an additional appropriation in the amount of $15,750 in revenues and expenses.
Fiscal Impact:
The recommended action will result in an increase of $15,750 in revenue and expenses in the following accounts for Fiscal Year 2025-2026:
2706030 – 43110 – 21388 $15,750
2706030 – 51100 – 21388 $1,600
2706030 – 52110 – 21388 $2,900
2706030 – 52240 – 21388 $750
2706030 – 52120 – 21388 $2,500
2706030 – 52140 – 21388 $500
2706030 – 52220 – 21388 $3,500
2706030 – 52300 – 21388 $4,000
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Strategic Plan Goal:
This item aligns with Strategic Goal F: Communication and Outreach to explore opportunities to add or modify community events and activities. Acceptance of the Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project grant will allow the Victorville City Library to enhance literacy programming and outreach services during the summer months, directly benefiting residents and strengthening community access to library resources.
Background:
The California State Library’s Lunch at the Library program provides funds and technical support to California public libraries to offer free summer meals for children and youth while providing learning and enrichment opportunities. The program is designed to strengthen libraries as community hubs by establishing library locations as U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) summer meal sites; pairing meals with educational activities and wraparound services; and connecting families with hands-on food education and locally sourced, sustainable food opportunities when available.
By combining nutrition with literacy and enrichment, Lunch at the Library assists with summer learning retention, supports family well-being during out-of-school months, and expands access to safe, welcoming spaces where children and teens can learn, socialize, and thrive.
Discussion:
The City applied to the California State Library for the Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project and received an award of $15,750 for the period of February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027.
Grant funds support a six-week program at the Victorville City Library that pairs meals for youth ages 0–17 with daily enrichment activities aligned with the Library’s Summer Reading Program. Planned program components include story times, arts and crafts, STEAM workshops, literacy-based games, weekly interactive presentations, and Friday movie screenings with facilitated discussions.
Staff remains available for questions the Council may have Prepared By:
Kelsey White Funkhouser, Administrative Secretary
Attachments: A. City Council Resolution No. 26-009 Accepting the California State Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project Grant
B. City Council Resolution No. 26-010 Amending the FY 25/26 Budget
C. California State Library Grant for Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project Award Letter
D. California State Library Grant for Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project Award Agreement and Certificate of Compliance