Library staffing requests tabled; council approves security/access upgrades and rooftop HVAC replacement
Council tabled a $536,293 staffing request for the new Richard L. Palmer branch but approved a $118,659 appropriation for data/voice and access controls and a low‑voltage cabling award ($40,500). Council also approved replacement of four rooftop units and library controls (not to exceed $568,338.82) with library fund and DDA contributions noted.
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Council considered several library items: a request for $536,293 to staff the newly constructed Richard L. Palmer branch was tabled after members said required performance metrics and staffing plans were not yet provided. Separately, council approved a $118,659 appropriation to cover data, voice and access‑control systems and security cameras for the new branch and awarded a $40,500 contract for low‑voltage cabling.
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