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Home My WebLink AboutFY16 LSTA EZ PLANNING APP GEF15-014State Library of North Carolina Print this page, obtain the required signatures in blue ink, scan the PDF and return it with the application aman attachment to bv2:0Op.m.om February 27.2Q15� GrantCmteonry� EZ Planning Mukkye@ Institution/Library: New Hanover County Mailing Address: 2w1 Chestnut Street City: Wilmington Zip Code: 28401 U.S. Congressional District (in which library is located): 03 Library Director, Name: Harry Tuchmayer Phone: 910-798-6321 E-mail: htuchmayer@nhcgov.com Project Manager, Name: SueanDeMaom Phone: 910-798-6353 E-mail: sdemarco@nhcgov.com Grant Amount Requested: $ Matching Funds: $ Project Total: $ Project Abstract: Libraries are in the midst ofa period of rapid social and technological change. New Hanover County Public Library, by gathering experts and providing opportunities for various groups of stakeholders to share ideas, will develop a shared vision for the future oflibraries. A symposium series, "People, Place, and Platform: Libraries in the 21 st Century," supported by modes of idea exchange ranging from traditional roundtable discussions to current social media platforms, wili engage library staff and adminiatratkon, oitizems, adrminietnatura, board membens, elected ufficiaVo, and other stakeholders in the collaborative development of this shared vision. Talking points derived from the shared vision, made available to libraries across North Camo|ina, will o1nanQthem our ability tm identify priorities for the development offuture library services and boarticulate and justify the continuing relevance cflibraries. Certification and Signatures (pleasee' nimblueink) We are aware of and agree bo comply with all state and federal provisions and assurances required under this grant program. U awarded grant funds, we assure that wm will carry out the grant project according to the approved grant application. This application has been authorized by the appropriate authorities of my institution/library. Printed name of library director Signature of library director Printed name of local gmvbmmeritor institutional authorizing official Sign �ure of '�bove '�/��] ~~ �/ � � /�� / � Ml Grant Document Routing W Start date: 2/25/2015 From: Teresa Hewett, Finance Department (7408) Si ng atures required: V/ Tim Burgess, Assistant Count Manager g � Y g Return to Teresa Hewett, Finance Department (740 Type(s) of document(s) attached: 1 original — Library State Library LSTA grant application Explanation of document(s): Attached is a grant application for FY16 with the State Library for a LSTA Planning Grant. This grant meets the requirements to allow for application submission without Board approval. If awarded, I will prepare a BA to be placed on a consent agenda. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you, Teresa --------------------------- ` - - - - -- for finance department use--------------- - - - - -- DATE ADDED TO LASERFICHE PICKED UP BY: Print Name & Date Signature NEW HANOVER COUNTY Grant Application Evaluation Form Lead Department: Date: January 14, 2015 Library -program Will this grant provide support for a mandated service? _ Department Head: Focus Area: Superior Education & Harry Tuchmayer workforce development Co- Applicants / Other Participating Departments /Agencies /Community Organizations: Grant Title: EZ LSTA PLANNING GRANT Funding Organization: Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grants are supported by funds awarded to the State Library of North Carolina by the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Fiscal Year: Grant Amount: X New Grant Recurring Grant 2015/2016 $39,500 Multi -Year Grant? Yes X No Matching Funds? Yes X No If Yes, Amount: ❑ln Kind Cash ❑Land ❑Other_ Application Due Date: February 28, 2015 Briefly describe the purpose of the grant. The grant will allow NHCPL staff members to develop a unified vision of what a 21" Century library will look like by consulting with leading experts in the field. We will host a series of presentations and workshops with the experts. As a result we will create a plan for future development and set of talking points to define the library's relevancy in the 21st century and a written description of the key components for the new library branch, the Carolina Courtyard, programming, and services If known: Are any other NHC Departments eligible for this funding? Yes X No ❑Possibly Specify, which one(s)? ;Program'Du�l�cation /Cost Reco�e' Will this project in any way duplicate or compete with another service or provided by NHC, another local agency or community organization? Yes X No Possibly -program Will this grant provide support for a mandated service? Yes X No Can we capitalize on this funding to meet current and /or future equipment or facility needs? X Yes No _ 1 �Pa4c Does the grantor agency accept indirect costs as an allowable expense? X Yes No If Yes, what dollar or percentage -is allowed? N/A Addttorial' GxaintGonsiclera'tons Can the proposal be completed within grant time frame allotted? X Yes No Possibly Can the requirements of this grant be met with current staffing levels? X Yes No Possibly Will new positions be requested (or expiring grant fielded positions extended)? Yes X No If Yes, how many new positions will be funded by the grant? new positions How many existing positions will be funded by the grant? 0 existing positions Will the grant create a program or require any County commitment for funding Yes X No after grant funding ends? Does this program fit well with and enhance a current department or County X Yes No program / initiative / service? If Yes, please explain: This grant will enable the library to match its future plans with the County's overall strategic priorities Does sufficient administrative support exist to make the grant worth pursuing? X Yes No Do grant proceeds exceed the total costs to provide the program to the County X Yes No (this includes the expense for staff time associated with applying and administering the grant)? -Or- Does implementing the program supported by the grant save the county more Yes No money in avoided costs than the total cost to provide the program (including grant application and administration)? Are matching funds in the current budget or does the match require additional X N/A No matching funding? funds required/requested Does the grant extend beyond the fiscal year (7/1 to 6/30)? Yes X No Is funding received in advance or on a reimbursement basis? X Reimbursement I have read, and am familiar with, the Grant Policy (AM 12 -005). I acknowledge that as the Department Head, I am agreeing to be responsible for the administration of this grant and will ensure all requirements are fully met in a timely manner. Departz nt H ad ignature Date (DD /MM /YY) lc` `tj approved t c. - 11 Grants & Project Analyst oNot Approved Date (DD/ 2 1 P a g e