HomeMy WebLinkAboutNational Library Week ProclamationMayoral Proclamation: National Library Week 2008
April 13-19, 2008
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WHEREAS, our nation’s school, academic, public, and special libraries make a difference
in the lives of millions of Americans today more than ever;
WHEREAS, librarians are trained professionals, helping people of all ages and
backgrounds find and interpret the information they need to live, learn, and work in the
21st century;
WHEREAS, libraries are part of the American Dream–places for opportunity, education,
self-help, and lifelong learning;
WHEREAS, library use is up nationwide among all types of library users, continuing a
decade-long trend;
WHEREAS, libraries play a vital role in supporting the quality of life in their
communities;
WHEREAS, libraries can help you discover a world of knowledge, both in person and
online, as well as personal service and assistance in finding what you need, when you need
it;
WHEREAS, libraries are a key player in the national discourse on intellectual freedom,
equity of access, and narrowing the “digital divide”;
WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, library workers, and supporters across America are
celebrating National Library Week with The Campaign for America’s Libraries;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Kaaren Jacobson, Mayor of the City of
Bozeman, do hereby proclaim April 13-19, 2008 to be National Library Week. I encourage
all residents to visit the library this week to take advantage of the wonderful library
resources available and thank their librarians and library workers for making information
accessible to all who walk through the library’s doors. Join the circle of knowledge @
your library.
DATED this 14th day of April 2008.
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Kaaren Jacobson, Mayor
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