Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Akron-Summit County Public Library District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Akron
County
The county where this buyer is located.
Summit
Address
Physical address of this buyer.
60 S High St
Phone Number
Contact phone number for this buyer.
(330) 643-9000
Zip Code
Postal code for this buyer's location.
44326
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Akron-Summit County Public Library District
The board meeting covered several operational and financial matters. This included the adoption of the financial report, acceptance of donations, and the adoption of the personnel report. The board reviewed updates from the Executive Director regarding library branding and upcoming initiatives. Significant focus was placed on the Buildings & Grounds Committee report, which resulted in resolutions to authorize bids for the Main Library roof replacement, approve construction firms for Phase 2 roof projects, authorize contract amendments for the Springfield-Lakemore renovation, and approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price for Phase 1 branch renovations. The board also held an executive session regarding compensation and employment terms.
The board meeting covered financial and administrative operations, including the review of financial and investment reports, the acceptance of monetary donations, and the adoption of the personnel report. The board selected Independence Construction as the Construction Manager at Risk for the Springfield-Lakemore Branch project and approved a change order regarding the Tallmadge Branch roof replacement. Furthermore, the board established a new change order governance policy, setting a $25,000 monetary threshold. Updates were also provided on library services, including planned giving initiatives, the addition of blood pressure monitoring stations, and upcoming fundraising activities.
The board discussed financial reports for May, including revenue and expenditures. They approved the acceptance of donations, the May investment report, and budget adjustments for building and site repairs. The board approved the Alternative Tax Budget form and authorized the disposal of a surplus truck. A personnel report was adopted, and the board reviewed strategic planning consultant services, subsequently approving an RFQ for these services. Resolutions were passed for structural engineering at the Nordonia Hills Branch and design procurement for Phase 2 roof replacements at multiple branches. Finally, the board met in executive session to review cybersecurity policy details and subsequently adopted the new Cybersecurity Policy.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Akron-Summit County Public Library District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Public-sector contacts connected to Akron-Summit County Public Library District.
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