AGENDA
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1 Calexica Cly Council
Proclamation
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CALEXICO
Natonal Lebramy Mock
WHEREAS, libraries are accessible and inclusive places that foster a sense of connection and build community, and
WHEREAS, libraries connect people to technology, providing access to broadband internet, computers, and training that are critical for accessing education and employment opportunities, and WHEREAS, libraries offer opportunities for everyone to connect with new ideas and become their best selves through access to multimedia content, programs, and classes - in addition to books, and WHEREAS, today's libraries and their services extend far beyond the four walls of a building and everyone is welcome to use their resources, and
WHEREAS, in times of crisis, libraries and library professionals play an invaluable role in supporting their communities both in person and virtually, and
WHEREAS, libraries strive to develop and maintain programs and collections that are as diverse as the populations they serve and ensure equity of access for all; and WHEREAS, to adapt to our changing world, libraries are expanding their resources and continuing to meet the needs of their patrons, and
WHEREAS, libraries are cornerstones of democracy, promoting the free exchange of information and ideas for all, and
WHEREAS, librarians, and library workers are joining fibrary supporters and advocates across the nation to celebrate National Library Week.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that I, Javier Moreno, Mayor of the City of Calexico on behalf of the Calexico City Council do hereby proclaim the week of April 3rd through 9th, 2022 "National Library Week." I encourage all residents to connect with their library by visiting online or in person to access resources and services
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto affix my signature and Official Seal of the City of Calexico on the 6th day of April 2022.
Javier Moreno, Mayor