03/22/2011 Resolutions 2011-74RESOLUTION 2011 -74
WHEREAS, the Grand Island Public Library has obtained significant discounts for
access to Internet service since 1998 through a federal Schools and Libraries Program of the
Universal Service Fund (commonly referred to as E -Rate) ; and
WHEREAS, the Grand Island Public Library requested quotes for data transport
services to be provided through a 36 -month service agreement with up to three one -year voluntary
extensions; and
WHEREAS, NebraskaLink, LLC has responded with the lowest quote for this service;
and
WHEREAS, City Council execution of a service agreement with NebraskaLink, LLC
prior to March 24, 2011 will qualify the Grand Island Public Library for an 80% E -Rate discount on
data transport services as well as separately provided discounts for Internet access through Network
Nebraska.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the NebraskaLink, LLC data transport
service agreement is hereby approved for a term of 36 months with up to three one -year
voluntary extensions; and the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute such Service
Agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 22, 2011.
Attest:
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form c
March 21, 2011 13 City Attorney