HomeMy Public PortalAboutAB 20-203 IHC Major Grant - Library Story PathMcCALL CITY COUNCIL 216 East Park Street
AGENDA BILL McCall, Idaho 83638
Number AB 20-203
Meeting Date July 23, 2020
AGENDA ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT:
Request to submit Idaho Humanities Council Grant Application for McCall Public Library Outdoor Story Path and Author Visit
Department Approvals
Initials
Originator
or
Supporter
Mayor / Council
City Manager
Clerk
Treasurer
Community Development
Police Department
Public Works
Golf Course
COST IMPACT:
Up to $8092
Parks and Recreation
FUNDING SOURCE:
Idaho Humanities Council Major Grant
Airport
Library
/
Supporter
TIMELINE:
Application deadline: August 15, 2020
Information Systems
Eco Devo Planner
Originator
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
The McCall Public Library is requesting approval to submit a grant application to the Idaho Humanities Council to support an outdoor Story Path to be installed alongside the bike path
extending from behind the Library to behind the Senior Center. The Story Path would install up to 16 signposts containing a laminated picture book or a set of local history records
to promote both reading and exercise. The content can be changed periodically. The Library is planning this project in conjunction with Parks and Rec to provide removable posts to accommodate
winter snow removal. The grant application includes fees for a ribbon cutting ceremony with a popular children’s author from Idaho.
Research shows early childhood experiences are critical to brain development, and interactive and experiential opportunities increase learning. The proposed Story Path would combine
literacy learning, social engagement outdoors, and physical activity. It would also highlight Idaho authors and local history. The total cost of the Story Path installation and visiting
author event is approximately $8092.
An example of the customizable Story Walk can be found here: https://www.bdexhibits.com/blank (although local vendors would be used).
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve submittal of an Idaho Humanities Council Major Grant application for the McCall Public Library Outdoor Story Path and Author Visit and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary
documents.
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