HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-02 Recognizing April 10-16 as National Library Week 2016TOWN of va
Proclamation No. 2, Series of 2016
National Library Week 2016
WHEREAS, libraries are not just about what we have for people, but what we do for and
with people;
WHEREAS, libraries have long served as trusted and treasured institutions, and library
workers and librarians fuel efforts to better their communities, campuses and schools;
WHEREAS, libraries are evolving in order to serve their communities and to continue to
fulfill their role in leveling the playing field for all who seek information and access to
technologies;
WHEREAS, libraries and librarians open up a world of possibilities through innovative
STEAM programing, Makerspaces, job -seeking resources and the power of reading;
WHEREAS, libraries and librarians are looking beyond their traditional roles and
providing more opportunities for community engagement and deliver new services that
connect closely with patrons' needs;
WHEREAS, libraries support democracy and effect social change through their
commitment to provide equitable access to information for all library users regardless of
race, ethnicity, creed, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or socio-economic
status;
WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, library workers and supporters across America are
celebrating National Library Week.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Dave Chapin, Mayor of the Town of Vail,
proclaim National Library Week, April 10-16, 2016. I encourage all community residents
to visit the library this week and explore what's new at your library, and engage with
your librarians. Because of you, Libraries Transform.
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