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REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: November 4, 2025 FROM: Michael Webb, Public Works
ITEM NO. 4.11(b} Director
***APPROVED BY***
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SUBJECT: 4.11(b)--Award Bid Sched�ule No. 5601 Anderson Library Solar & Generator
Addition
Recommendation
Authorize and approve the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5601, Anderson
Library Solar and Generator Addition Project(Project):
(1) Award to Cal Electro, Inc., in the amount of$247,311.69;
(2) Approve an additional $81,000 to cover the cost of administration and inspection fees;
(3) Approve $86,500 for project development costs;
(4) Approve $25,000 to provide construction contingency funding; and
(5) Find that the project is categorically exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act,pursuant to Section 15301 —Existing Facilities.
Fiscal Impact
The Anderson Library So1ar and Generator Addition Project (Project) is being fully-funded by a
Building Forward Grant from the California State Library Foundation (Foundation). There is no
match required for this program and no impact to the General Fund.
Cost Summar�
Item Estimated
Pro'ect Develo ment Costs $ 86,500.00
Construction Contract+ Contin enc $272,311.69
Contract Administration, Ins ection, Testin $ 81,000.00
Total Pr�o'ect Costs $439,811.69
Pro'ectBud et $439,949.00
Project cost components are estimates and some shifting of the project development,
construction management, and construction contingency funds may be necessary to balance the
project within the approved budget.
Report to Redding City Council October29,2025
Re: 4.11(b)--Award BS No. 5601 Anderson Library Solar& Generator Addition Page 2
Alter�native Actzon
The City Council (Council) may choose not to award the bid for the project and provide staff
with alternative direction. If this project is not approved, the Anderson Library will miss the
opportunity to install solar infrastructure, which would help offset utility expenses. Additionally,
the library will not have a generator installed, which is necessary for it to remain open during
power outages. In addition, the City of Redding (City) risks not receiving reimbursement for
funds that have already been spent and not yet invoiced, and any remaining grant funds may be
forfeited.
Background/Analysis
Staff applied for a California Building Forward grant through the Foundation after obtaining
Council approval on April 5, 2022. Three separate grant applications requested funding across
the entire Shasta Public Libraries system, which the City administers. For the Anderson Library,
funds were requested to install a generator, enhance HVAC filtration, and install a solar system
for utility savings.
The Building Forward Grant application was awarded $439,949 for these projects and on
October 18, 2022, Council accepted the grant. Since then, the project required a few revisions
and some value engineering, which lengthened the timeline. However, the project is still in
compliance with the March 31, 2026 deadline. If necessary, staff will apply for an extension to
the grant term as the expiration date nears and more information is available.
Attached is a tabulation of bids opened on September 23, 2025. The low bid in the amount of
$247,311.69 was received from Cal Electro, Inc. of Redding, California. The engineer's estimate
was $245,100.00. Total project development costs for this project are estimated to be
$86,500.00. Project development costs include engineering, surveying, right-of-way,
environmental, and consultant services.
The project will install a standby generator along with the associated infrastruct�ure. In addition, a
ground mount photovoltaic system will be constructed.
Environmental Review
Staff has reviewed the project and determined that it is categorically exempt from review under
the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15301 - Existing
Facilities. Class 1 exemptions include the operation, repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of
existing facilities, structures, or equipment involving negligible or no expansion of use. The
project is to install a new standby generator with associated infrastructure and a ground mount
photovoltaic system. The project is a minor alteration of the existing library to improve services
in time of a power outage, and does not involve change of or expansion of use. Therefore, the
project has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment and further environmental
review is not required.
Council Priority/City Manager Goals
• This agenda item is a routine operational item.
Report to Redding City Council October29,2025
Re: 4.11(b)--Award BS No. 5601 Anderson Library Solar& Generator Addition Page 3
Attachments
^Location Map
^Bid Tab
^NOE Anderson Library
Previous Staff Report - 20220405 -4.6 a- Authorize Grant Application
Previous Staff Report- 20221018 - 4.6 a-Accept Grant
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BID TABULATION FOR:
Anderson Library Solar& Generator Addition
Bid Schedule No.: 5601
True North Constructors
ENGINEER'S EST Cal Electro, Inc Inc.
9/23/2025 U N IT U N IT U N IT
ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTY PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL
1 WATER POLLUTION CONTRO� LS 1 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $3,050.00 $3,050.00
EXCAVATE GENERATOR FOUNDATION
2 AND INSTA�� ENGINEERED FI�� LS 1 $5,500.00 $5,500.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $6,504.00 $6,504.00
3 REINFORCED CONCRETE SLAB LS 1 $16,000.00 $16,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $9,732.00 $9,732.00
GROUND MOUNT SOLAR RACKING AND
4 FOUNDATION FOR ARRAY 1 LS 1 $31,000.00 $31,000.00 $30,095.56 $30,095.56 $45,290.00 $45,290.00
GRAVEL BED FOR GROUND MOUNT
5 SOLAR ARRAY 1 SF 1520 $12.00 $18,240.00 $3.00 $4,560.00 $15J0 $23y8�4.t�0
6 GENERATOR LS 1 $91,118.00 $91,118.00 $75,000.00 $75,000.00 $84,250.00 $84,250.00
7 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH LS 1 $11,500.00 $11,500.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00
8 SWITCHBOARD AND PANELBOARDS LS 1 $20,950.00 $20,950.00 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $57,836.00 $57,836.00
9 CONDUIT/CONDUCTORS LS 1 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $45,800.00 $45,800.00 $25,857.00 $25,857.00
10 PHOTOVO�TAIC INVERTERS EA 1 $7,000.00 $7,000.00 $7,918.71 $7,918.71 $14,180.00 $14,180.00
11 PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS EA 14 $700.00 $9,800.00 $495.53 $6,937.42 $557.14 $7;799.96
TOTAL BASE BID $245,108.00 $247,311.69 $280,36�.96 +
Additive Alternate 1
GROUND MOUNT SOLAR RACKING AND
1A FOUNDATION FOR ARRAY 2 LS 1 $31,000.00 $31,000.00 $42,923.55 $42,923.55 $45,290.00 $45,290.00
GRAVEL BED FOR GROUND MOUNT
16 SOLAR ARRAY 2 SF 920 $12.00 $11,040.00 $6.00 $5,520.00 $15.70 $14,444.00
1C PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS EA 28 $700.00 $19,600.00 $495.53 $13,874.84 $557.14 $'15;599.92
TOTAL ALTERNATE 1 $61,640.00 $62,318.39 $75,333.92
Additive Alternate 2
FENCE AROUND GROUND MOUNT SOLAR
2A ARRAY 1 LF 165 $105.00 $17,325.00 $59.27 $9,779,55 $188.49 $31,100.85
FENCE AROUND GROUND MOUNT SOLAR
26 ARRAY 2 LF 35 $105.00 $3,675.00 $56.14 $1,964.9t� $188.49 $6,597.15
TOTAL A�TERNATE 2 $21,000.00 $11,744.45 $37,698.00
TOTAL BASE BID PLUS ADDITIVE ALTERNATES 1 &2 $327,748.00 $321,3'74.�3 ': $393,394.$8 ''
Shaded areas indicate corrections made in accordance with the Special Provisions. Page 1 of 3
BID TABULATION FOR:
Anderson Library Solar& Generator Addition
Bid Schedule No.: 5601
Converse Construction
Inc. Addv Electric, Inc. SnL Group, Inc
9/23/2025 UNIT UNIT UNIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTY PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL
1 WATER POLLUTION CONTRO� LS 1 $1,195.00 $1,195.00 $4,725.00 $4,725.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00
EXCAVATE GENERATOR FOUNDATION
2 AND INSTA�� ENGINEERED FI�� LS 1 $3,536.00 $3,536.00 $3,619.00 $3,619.00 $18,650.00 $18,650.00
3 REINFORCED CONCRETE SLAB LS 1 $9,103.00 $9,103.00 $8,756.00 $8,756.00 $14,153.00 $14,153.00
GROUND MOUNT SOLAR RACKING AND
4 FOUNDATION FOR ARRAY 1 LS 1 $46,658.00 $46,658.00 $42,608.00 $42,608.00 $38,800.00 $38,800.00
GRAVEL BED FOR GROUND MOUNT
5 SOLAR ARRAY 1 SF 1520 $8.95 $13,604.00 $5.00 $7,600.00 $16.00 $24,320.00
6 GENERATOR LS 1 $90,513.00 $90,513.00 $79,245.00 $79,245.00 $81,306.00 $81,306.00
7 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH LS 1 $10,719.00 $10,719.00 $9,105.00 $9,105.00 $12,820.00 $12,820.00
8 SWITCHBOARD AND PANELBOARDS LS 1 $45,451.00 $45,451.00 $88,434.00 $88,434.00 $62,085.00 $62,085.00
9 CONDUIT/CONDUCTORS LS 1 $42,940.00 $42,940.00 $38,918.00 $38,918.00 $62,015.00 $62,015.00
10 PHOTOVO�TAIC INVERTERS EA 1 $7,155.00 $7,155.00 $7,629.00 $7,629.00 $11,050.00 $11,050.00
11 PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS EA 14 $780.00 $10,920.00 $539.00 $7,546.00 $700.00 $9,800.00
TOTAL BASE BID $281,794.00 $298,185.00 $339,999.00
Additive Alternate 1
GROUND MOUNT SOLAR RACKING AND
1A FOUNDATION FOR ARRAY 2 LS 1 $46,658.00 $46,658.00 $42,608.00 $42,608.00 $56,990.00 $56,990.00
GRAVEL BED FOR GROUND MOUNT
16 SOLAR ARRAY 2 SF 920 $8.95 $8,234.00 $5.00 $4,600.00 $11.00 $10,120.00
1C PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS EA 28 $780.00 $21,840.00 $539.00 $15,092.00 $655.00 $18,340.00
TOTAL ALTERNATE 1 $76,732.00 $62,300.00 $85,450.00
Additive Alternate 2
FENCE AROUND GROUND MOUNT SOLAR
2A ARRAY 1 LF 165 $89.00 $14,685.00 $185.00 $30,525.00 $94.00 $15,510.00
FENCE AROUND GROUND MOUNT SOLAR
26 ARRAY 2 LF 35 $106.00 $3,710.00 $207.00 $7,245.00 $115.00 $4,025.00
TOTAL A�TERNATE 2 $18,395.00 $37,770.00 $19,535.00
TOTAL BASE BID PLUS ADDITIVE ALTERNATES 1 &2 $376,921.00 $398,255.00 $444,984.00
Shaded areas indicate corrections made in accordance with the Special Provisions. Page 2 of 3
BID TABULATION FOR:
Anderson Library Solar& Generator Addition
Bid Schedule No.: 5601
Experts In Your Home Costal Mountain Electric Averaqe
9/23/2025 U N IT U N IT U N IT
ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTY PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL PRICE
1 WATER POLLUTION CONTRO� LS 1 $7,708.00 $7,708.00 $6,697.00 $6,697.00 ; $4,339.29 `
EXCAVATE GENERATOR FOUNDATION
2 AND INSTA�� ENGINEERED FI�� LS 1 $8,214.00 $8,214.00 $13,497.00 $13,497.00 $9,145.71
3 REINFORCED CONCRETE SLAB LS 1 $10,383.00 $10,383.00 $10,094.00 $10,094.00 $11,031.57 '
GROUND MOUNT SOLAR RACKING AND
4 FOUNDATION FOR ARRAY 1 LS 1 $94,120.00 $94,120.00 $57,477.00 $57,477.00 $50,72'1.22 ii
GRAVEL BED FOR GROUND MOUNT
5 SOLAR ARRAY 1 SF 1520 $6.00 $9,120.00 $18.16 $27,603.20 $10.40
6 GENERATOR LS 1 $105,931.00 $105,931.00 $98,871.00 $98,871.00 $87,873.71
7 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH LS 1 $11,916.00 $11,916.00 $17,713.00 $17,713.00 $'12,039.00
8 SWITCHBOARD AND PANELBOARDS LS 1 $47,772.00 $47,772.00 $76,107.00 $76,107.00 �i$5$,240.71
9 CONDUIT/CONDUCTORS LS 1 $63,732.00 $63,732.00 $87,902.00 $87,902.00 $52,452.00
10 PHOTOVO�TAIC INVERTERS EA 1 $10,588.00 $10,588.00 $9,217.00 $9,217.00 $9,676.82
11 PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS EA 14 $578.00 $8,092.00 $886.65 $12,413.10 $648.05
TOTAL BASE BID $377,576.00 $417,591.30 $320,402.85 '
Additive Alternate 1
GROUND MOUNT SOLAR RACKING AND
1A FOUNDATION FOR ARRAY 2 LS 1 $91,184.00 $91,184.00 $58,881.00 $58,881.00 ' $54,933.51
GRAVEL BED FOR GROUND MOUNT
1 B SOLAR ARRAY 2 SF 920 $5,520.00 $5,Q7$,A���.O� $21.45 $19,734.00 $798.30 i
1C PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS EA 28 $500.00 $�4,0OO.�C� $745.75 $20,881.00 $61�.35
TOTAL ALTERNATE 1 $�,183,5$4.00 $99,496.00 $$06,459.19
Additive Alternate 2
FENCE AROUND GROUND MOUNT SOLAR
2A ARRAY 1 LF 165 $123.00 $20,295.00 $162.11 $26,748.15 $128.70
FENCE AROUND GROUND MOUNT SOLAR
26 ARRAY 2 LF 35 $123.00 $4,305.00 $162.11 $5,673.85 $136.$2
TOTAL A�TERNATE 2 $24,600.00 $32,422.00 $26,023.49
TOTAL BASE BID PLUS ADDITIVE ALTERNATES 1 &2 $�,585,760.Ot� $549,509.30 $1,152,$85.53 '
Shaded areas indicate corrections made in accordance with the Special Provisions. Page 3 of 3
UTI�E OF EXElbIPTIUN
To: ❑x (7ffice of Planning and Research FRaMs Gity of Redding
1400 Tenth Street,Room 121 Public W���ks Department
Sacramento, CA 95814 777 Cypress Avenue
Redding; CA 96001
� Shasta County Clerk
County of Shasta
P.O. Box 99{�8$0, 1643 Market Street
Redding, CA 96099-0880
Prajeet Title: Andersan Librarv Solar&Generator Addition
Project Location—Specific. 3200 W Center St.
�'roject Locatgon—Caty. Anderson Project Location—County: Shasta
Description of Praject. The City of Reddin� (City)�roposes to install a new standby �eiierator with associated
infrastructure a1�d a �raund mount photovoltaic svstem at the Anderson Librarv. The area will be eilclosed with a 6' fence.
Work will include clearin�;veg,etation,excavatin�;for the ��enerator foundatioa�,installin�en�ineered fill,pourin�collcrete
and constructing a 6' fence.
Narne of Public Agency Approving Project.City of Redding
Narne of Persan or Agency Carrying C}ut Project:Corri Vandiver, FE-Project En�ineer
Exernpt Sfatus.,(check one)
❑ Ministerial [Section 21080(b}{1); 15268]
❑ Declared Emergency [Section 21480(b)(3); 15269{a)]
❑ Emergency Project[Section 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)]
❑ Stah�tt�ry E,xernptions. State code number:
❑ Common Sense Exemptio��{This project does not fall within an exernpt class,but it can be seen with certainty that there is
no possibility that the acttvity may have a signifcant effect on the enviranment(14 CCR 15601[b][3]).
� Categorical Exemptit�n. State type and sectian nu�nber:Sec. 15301, Existin�Facilities
� No exceptiails apply that would bar the use of a categorical exemption(1'RD 21084 and 14 CCR 15300.2).
Reasons why proyect is exernpt. Class 1 exemptiai7s include the aperation, repair� maintenance, ar minar alteration of
existing facilities, structures, or equipment invol�ing negli�;ible or no expansinn af use. The p1-oject is to itZstall a new
standby �;enerator with associated infrastructure and a�raund maunt photovolfiaic system. The�raject is a minor alteratian
of the existin l� ibrar ty O imprave services in time of a power outape, and does not involve change of or expansion of use:
Therefore,the praject has no potential to have a si�nificant effect on the environment ai�d further enviromnental review is
not required.
Lead Agency Contact Person: Mieke Sheffield Telephone: 534.225:48$9
IfFilec� by Applicant:
1. Attach certified document of exemption finding.
2. Has a . ice of e tion been filed by the pu lic agency appraving the project? ❑Yes ❑Na
Signature: Date: �C�' ~—� f _ �,�
Title: Assacrate Environrnental ecialist
�Signed by Lead Agency Date received for filing at UPR:
❑ Signed by Applicant
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REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: Apri15, 2022 FROM: Kim Niemer, Community
ITEM NO. 4.6(a) Services Director
***APPROVED BY***
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SUBJECT: 4.6(a)--A�uthorize a Grant Application to the California State Library
Recomrrcendation
Authorize the following relative to the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Program:
(1) Authorize staff to apply for the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Program grant
administered by the California State Library on behalf of the Shasta Public Libraries, for
an amount up to $3,000,000; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to apply for the grant,
appropriate funds should the grant be awarded, and execute any agreements necessary to
implement the grant if awarded.
Fiscal Impact
The grant application will request up to $3,000,000 to address life safety and other critical
maintenance needs at the Shasta Public Libraries. The grant program does not require a cost-
sharing match. There is no additional impact to the General Fund.
Alter�natzve Action
The City Council (Council) could decline to apply for the funds under this grant opportunity or
provide staff with alternative direction.
Background/Analysis
The Budge� Act of 2021 (�B 129) all�cated $439 million in oneatime funds t� the California
State Library ta address the life safety and critical mainte�ance needs of public library facilities
throughout California. This campe�itive grant program prioritizes fu�nding for local library
facilities located in econoinically disadvantaged areas of the state. The maximum grant amc�unt
per library facility is $�0 million.
Report to Redding City Council March 30,2022
Re: 4.6(a)--Authorize a GrantApplication to the California State Library Page 2
Since 2006, the City of Redding (City) has managed the Shasta Public Libraries (Libraries)
under an agreement with Shasta County and the City of Anderson. The City partners with
Library Systems and Services to manage the library operations at the three locations —Anderson,
Burney, and Redding. The Libraries are we11-utilized public spaces that take a fair amount of
wear and tear daily. The experiences of the last few years with wildfires and COVID-19 have
demonstrated the need to keep the Libraries open and accessible whenever needed.
Staff inembers from the Libraries and the Community Services Department collaborated to
identify facility needs and develop the project scope and estimates. All three locations have
eligible needs under this program, including, but not limited to: new roofs and solar systems for
Burney and Anderson; enhanced UV filtration for the HVAC systems, back-up generators, and
security cameras at all three locations; and new carpet at the Redding Library. Shasta County has
agreed to have the City submit and implement the projects in Anderson and Burney, if the grant
is awarded. This coordination will allow the projects to be bid together and hopefully yield more
competitive pricing.
Taking the recommended action at this time will allow the City of Redding to compete for funds
to address life safety and other critical maintenance needs at the Shasta Public Libraries.
Council Priority/City Manager Goals
• Budget and Financial Management — "Achieve balanced and stable 10-year Financial
Plans for all funds."
• Economic Development — "Facilitate and become a catalyst for economic development
in Redding to create jobs, retain current businesses and attract new ones, and encourage
investment in the community."
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REPORT TO TI�E CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: October 18, 2022 FROM: Kim Niemer, Community
ITEM NO. 4.6(a) Services Director
***APPROVED BY***
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SUBJECT: 4.6(a)--Resolution for Library Infrastructure Safety Renovations Grant and Adopt
Bud et Resolution A ro riatin Funds
Recommendation
Authorize the following actions relative to the Building Forward grant award authorized by the
State of California Budget Act of 2021 (SB 129) for the Shasta Public Libraries Safety
Renovation Projects at the Redding, Anderson, and Burney libraries:
(1) Accept Building Forward Grant in the amount of$1,626,790 for the Redding library;
(2) Accept Building Forward Grant in the amount of$439,949 for the Anderson library;
(3) Accept Building Forward Grant in the amount of$453,109 for the Burney library;
(4) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Grant Agreements and all
subsequent documentation relative to the grants;
(5) Adopt Resolution authorizing the grant application, acceptance, and execution of the
grant funds from the State of California Budget Act of 2021 (SB 129) for the Shasta
Public Libraries Safety Renovation Projects at the Redding, Anderson, and Burney
libraries;
(6) Adopt Resolution approving and adopting the 66th Amendment to City Budget
Resolution No. 2021-078 appropriating funds; and
(7) Find that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
under the Class l, Existing Facilities categorical exemption (CEQA Guidelines § 15301).
Fiscal Impact
There is no impact to the General Fund.
Alternative Actzon
The City Council (Council) could choose not to accept the Building Forward Grants totaling
$2,519,848 from the California State Library for safety renovation projects at the Redding,
Anderson, and Burney libraries. There are currently insufficient local funds available for these
projects, so the projects would not proceed.
Report to Redding City Council October 13,2022
Re: 4.6(a)--Adopt Resolution for Library Infrastructure Safety Renovations Grant Page 2
Background/Analysis
The California State Library promotes the development and growth of public libraries throughout
California by providing funding, access to resources, and ongoing technical assistance. This
mission is supported by administering State and Federal grant programs, developing statewide
programs and initiatives, fostering interagency collaboration, and facilitating interagency
resource and information sharing.
The California State Budget Act of 2021 (SB129, Chapter 69, Statutes of 2021) allocated $439
million in one-time �unding to the California State Library to address life safety and critical
maintenance needs of public library facilities throughout California. The grant program
prioritized funding for local libraries located in high-poverty areas o�the State. Shasta Public
Libraries submitted a safety renovation project grant application for the Redding, Anderson, and
Burney Libraries. The Redding Library was approved $1,626,790 for a UV filter for HVAC,
HVAC automated controls, emergency lighting, a light electrical panel, cameras, carpet, a
generator, and housing for the generator. The Anderson Library was approved $439,949 for a
UV filter for HVAC, a generator, security cameras, a roof, and solar system. The Burney library
was approved $453,109 for a UV �lter for I�VAC, a generator, security cameras, a roof, and a
solar system. In addition, the request for a zero-match amount was approved.
Should the Council agree to accept the funds from the California State Library, the City of
Redding will be able to address much-needed life safety and critical maintenance upgrades to all
three of the Shasta Public libraries. Once the final agreements are received, the City Attorney
will review for approval as to form prior to the City Manager's review.
Environmental Review
Staff has determined that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) under the Class 1, Existing Facilities categorical exemption (CEQA G�uidelines §
15301), because the activity consists of permitting existing library buildings. Minor alterations to
the structures including new roofs, HVAC units, solar panels, as well as interior improvements
of new carpeting and security cameras which are necessary to meet current standards of public
health and safety. No expansion of existing or former use wi11 occur.
Council Pr�iority/City Manager Goals
� Government of the 21st Century — `Be relevant and proactive to the opportunities and
challenges of today's residents and workforce. Anticipate the future to make better
decisions today."
• Public Safety — "Work to improve all aspects of public safety to help people feel secure
and safe where they live, wark, and play in the City of Redding."
� Government of the 21st Century — `Be relevant and proactive to the opportunities and
challenges of today's residents and workforce. Anticipate the future to make better
decisions today."
� Economic Deve�opment — "Facilitate and become a catalyst for economic development
in Redding to create jobs, retain current businesses and attract new ones, and encourage
investment in the community."
Report to Redding City Council October 13,2022
Re: 4.6(a)--Adopt Resolution for Library Infrastructure Safety Renovations Grant Page 3
Attachments
^Resolution
^Resolution- budget
Notice of Intent to Award: Anderson Library
Notice of Intent to Award: Burney Library
Notice of Intent to Award: Redding Library