Urge Governor to fully fund Public Library Foundation
In Plain English
The city wants to formally ask California's Governor to provide complete funding for the Public Library Foundation. This state program helps local libraries with resources and services. If approved, Richmond joins other cities requesting the Governor include full library funding in the state budget.
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Votes
Motion to support funding of the PLF and adopt Resolution No. 102-06
8 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond will formally urge Governor Newsom to fully fund the Public Library Foundation, a state program that provides resources and services to local libraries. The council unanimously approved joining other California cities in requesting complete library funding be included in the state budget. This is a symbolic resolution that doesn't involve city money but adds Richmond's voice to statewide advocacy for library support. The 8-0 vote (with Councilmember Griffin absent) reflects typical council unity on governance matters like this.
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