Item N11
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Meeting Date: Wed., April 20, 2005
Division: BOCC
Bulk Item: Yes
No XX
Department: Commissioner David Rice. District 4
Staff Contact Person: Tamara Lundstrom
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Discussion and Board direction regarding establishing a working
partnership with the City of Marathon, for the building of a new library facility to better serve
the residents of the area.
ITEM BACKGROUND: The City of Marathon proposes to acquire the site, and is actively considering
several possibilities. The County would seek funding for the construction of the building through possible
State Public Library Construction grant funding as well as Capital Projects (Fund 304) funding.
The current Marathon Library has required extensive repairs in recent years for concrete spalling and roof
leaks. Neither the building, nor its current site, is deemed suitable for an expansion ofthe facility.
Staff is seeking direction to make application for State Library Grant funds for this site as well as the
proposed Stock Island site. Grant requirements include proof of ownership of the property, conceptual site
and floor plans, a complete program, and a budget match of 50% of the project cost. Development of an
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library and provide documentation for the grant.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: The BOCC authorized Capital Projects funds (Fund 3(4)
for emergency exterior repairs to the Marathon Library building in FY2001 and FY2002 for a total of
$218,326.
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
STAFF RECOMMENDA nONS:
Approval
TOTAL COST:
TBD
BUDGETED: Yes
NoX
COST TO COUNTY:
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
Grant funding
REVENUE PRODUCING: Yes
No
AMOUNTPERMONTH_ Year
APPROVED BY: County Atty _ OMB/Purchasing _ Risk Management _
DIVISION DIRECTOR APPROVAL:
9Jcwid [J.!Ria, 9f1kl,Ct- "
(David P. Rice, Commissioner) ~.~
DOCUMENTATION:
Included XX
Not Required_
DISPosmON:
AGENDA ITEM #
Revised 2/05
PUBLIC LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION GRANTS
The Public Library Construction Grant program provides state funding to
governments for the construction of public libraries. This includes the
construction of new buildings and the acquisition, expansion, or remodeling of
existing buildings to be used for public library service. The maximum allowable
grant is $500,000 and the minimum allowable grant is $10,000. The minimum
allowable project size is 3,000 square feet. Funds are reimbursed to local
government entities based on stages of project completion.
HOW IS THE PROGRAM FUNDED?
The Florida Legislature determines the amount appropriated annually for the
program. In fiscal year 2000-2001, $4,200,000 was appropriated for 14 projects;
in 2001-2002, $5,787,137 was appropriated for 15 projects; and in 2002-2003,
$5,380,337 was appropriated for 12 projects.
HOW IS THE PROGRAM ADMINISTERED?
The Public Library Construction Grant program is administered by the Florida
Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services, Bureau of
Library Development, State and Federal Grants Office. The program is
authorized under Section 257.191, Florida Statutes. Rules for administration of
the program are outlined in Section 18-2.011, Florida Administrative Code, and
in the Public Library Construction Grants. Please note the Proposed legislative
changes below- updated yesterday.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Any eligible Florida governmental entity may apply for a Public Library
Construction Grant. This includes county governments, incorporated
municipalities, special districts, and special tax districts that establish or maintain
a public library and provide free public library service.
HOW DOES THE APPLICATION PROCESS WORK?
. Announcements of the availability of applications are made through the
Florida Administrative Weekly, in addition to letters sent to Florida public
library administrative units in December. Tom: This is what was
sticking in my mind about the research I did before.....1 do not receive any
information from the Florida Administrative Weekly and the Public
Libraries receive the announcements directly in December. Application
forms may be requested from the State and Federal Grants Office or may
be obtained from the Division's web site:
http.//dlis.dos.state. fi ~s!bldlgL9Xlt?LC9rl_~tIl~!;1L()fJ/!~_QiJstructlon. html
. Completed applications are due to the Division April 1 st.
. Applications are evaluated and ranked by Division staff using criteria
referenced in the Florida Administrative Code. A 30-day correction period
is provided for applicants to complete their application or to correct
deficiencies after staff have reviewed all applications. Eligible applications
are included in the Division's Legislative Budget Request, which is
submitted to the Secretary of State. Grant recipients are notified of their
award in July, 15 months after submission of their application.
ARE THERE MATCHING REQUIREMENTS?
. A dollar-for-dollar match is required for all construction grants. This means
that if an applicant is awarded a grant of $500,000, the grantee must have
a local match of at least $500,000. The matching funds must be available
and unencumbered at the time of the grant award.
. Eligible matching funds include cash, governmental appropriation,
negotiable and nonnegotiable securities, bonds sold or validated, funds
used for advance plans, estimates, or the cost of the land for the
construction or acquisition of a building not already in use as a public
library. For new construction, the current appraised fair market value of a
currently owned site may be included as a part of the local matching
portion. When planning remodeling and expansion projects, the current
appraised fair market value of the site, building, or portion of a building not
being used as a public library may be included towards the local matching
portion. The appraisal shall be prepared by an independent licensed
appraiser.
. All funds, including local matching and donated funds, must be
administered by the grantee.
HOW MAY I USE PUBLIC LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION GRANT FUNDS?
. Payments are made to grant recipients on a reimbursement basis (30%-
30%-30%-10%) for costs incurred during construction. The final payment
of 10% is provided after submission of a financial audit.
. Funds provided under a Library Construction Grant may be used to cover
costs of any of the items indicated below, as long as the construction
project results in a completed library facility.
. Eligible uses of grant funds include architectural services: aCQuisition of
land: new construction: expansion: remodeling: site preparation. including
the provision of parkino spaces: engineering costs and legal fees directly
related to the construction of the library: and initial or fixed equipment,
includino information and building technolooies. video and
telecommunications equipment. machinery. utilities. built-in equipment and
enclosures or structures necessary to house them. opening day
collections. and all other items necessary to furnish and operate a new or
improved facility for the provision of library services.
WHAT ARE THE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS?
. Grant payments are requested on a Public Library Construction Payment
Request form.
· Each payment request requires the submission of specified documents
related to the project. At the end of the project, a Project Closeout Report
must be submitted that details project expenditures and results of the
project. An audit must be submitted, along with the fourth payment
request, before the project can be closed out.
I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS AND NEED TO KNOW MORE.
· Contact State and Federal Grants Office staff in the Bureau of Library
Development:
Phone: (850) 245-6620 or SUNCOM 205-6620
Fax: (850) 488-2746
E-mail: mdeeney@dos.state.fl.us
Address: Division of Library and Information Services
R.A. Gray Building
500 S. Bronough Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250
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