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Consider accepting the ARPA Grant of $45,580.00 from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries for the purpose of installing an RFID system and upgrading video conferencing in the meeting room at the Lawton Public Library.
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INITIATOR: Kristin E. Herr, Library Director
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Kristin E. Herr, Library Director
BACKGROUND: The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant is offered through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 via the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and administered by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries. Monies must be expended by September 30, 2022. Technology improvements including RFID and video conference equipment at approved library-related ARPA expenditures. RFID equipment includes tags, self-check kiosks, security gate, inventory tool, and conversion machine.
EXHIBIT: Contract is on file in the City Clerk’s office
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FUNDING SOURCE: Oklahoma Department of Libraries
STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Accept the ARPA Grant of $45,580.00 from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries for the purpose of installing an RFID system and upgrading video conferencing in the meeting room at the Lawton Public Library.