State Aid

The State Aid to Libraries Grant agreement is a contract between the Florida Department of State and the Ethel M. Gordon Oakland Park Library, designated under solicitation number 6L085. This grant, funded through line 2938 of the FY 2026 General Appropriations Act, covers the performance period from October 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026. The primary purpose of the funding is to support the operation and maintenance of the library, with the award amount based on local expenditures recorded during the 2023-2024 fiscal year. To remain compliant with the terms of the agreement, the Ethel M. Gordon Oakland Park Library must ensure the continued provision of free library services to residents. Additionally, the library is required to maintain a full-time administrative head to oversee operations. This award notice falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Florida and is managed by the Department of State.