(7)(e)
CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MTG
- Meeting Date:
- 01/18/2023
- Title:
- Approval of Submission of Application for The Coretta Scott King Book Awards Donation Grant
- Submitted For:
- Titilayo Smith
- Submitted By:
- Titilayo Smith, Community Development/ Grant Admin
- Department:
- Mayor's Office
Information
ACTION REQUEST
Consider and take action on the submission of a grant application to the American Library Association for book donations on behalf of the Moore Memorial Public Library.
BACKGROUND (Brief Summary)
The purpose of this program is to donate books, including by African American authors and illustrators, enhance children’s lives with books and reading opportunities. Books available for donation include over 100 titles by African American authors and illustrators, including a full set of the year's Coretta Scott King Book Award winning and honor titles. This program is intended to improve service to children and youth, as well as promote positive self-image of African American children and youth and/or broaden the worldview of children and youth.
RECOMMENDATION
It is the recommendation of the Grants Administrator that the submission of this application be approved.
Fiscal Impact
- Funds Available Y/N:
- Amount Requested:
- N/A
- Source of Funds:
- Account #:
Fiscal Impact:
There is no match requirement of the City.