REPORT TO BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
SUBJECT
Title
Action to Review and Approve Work Plan FY 2026-27 and Presentation for the Board of Library Trustees Dinner with Council
Report
BACKGROUND
The Board of Library Trustees reviewed and developed an annual work plan over a series of meetings on February 12, 2026, March 2, 2026, April 6, 2026 and May 4, 2026.
DISCUSSION
The Board of Library Trustees has prepared a draft annual work plan, to be reviewed with Council on June 23, 2026. The FY 2026-2027 work plan identifies the Board’s priorities, including support for the Library’s budget, Strategic Plan Implementation, and Facilities Master Plan implementation which is supported in part with Measure I funding. The Board will continue to review policy updates, develop liaison partnerships with other Boards and Commissions, and explore Board Development opportunities.
The Board of Library Trustees will also hold a dinner meeting with Council on June 23, 2026. The dinner will include a ten-minute presentation by the Board on accomplishments over the last year. A draft presentation will be reviewed by the Board to prepare for that meeting.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that it is a governmental organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact.
COORDINATION
This report was coordinated with the City Clerk’s Office.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Board agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Review and Approve Work Plan FY 2026-27 and Presentation for the Board of Library Trustees Dinner with Council
Staff
Reviewed by: Sami James, Management Analyst
Approved by: Patty Wong, City Librarian
ATTACHMENTS
1. Board of Library Trustees Work Plan FY 2026-27 - Draft
2. Board of Library Trustees Accomplishments FY 2026-27 - Draft