RESOLUTION NO
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRESNO
PROTECTING ACCESS, GOVERNANCE, EQUITY, AND SERVICE
(PAGES) lN FRESNO COUNTY'S LIBRARIES AND OPPOSING
PRIVATIZATION OF THE FRESNO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM WHEREAS, the Fresno County Public Library serves residents of the City of Fresno and communities throughout Fresno County, providing free access to books, information, technology, educational programs, and public spaces; and WHEREAS, libraries support literacy, lifelong learning, workforce development, and access to essential services for residents of all ages; and WHEREAS, free and equitable library service is especially important to children, older adults, job seekers, and residents who lack reliable access to books, computers, or the internet at home; and
WHEREAS, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors is considering whether to transfer operation of the Fresno County Public Library to a private entity; and WHEREAS, decisions about library hours, staffing, collections, programs, and access to services should remain accountable to the public and responsive to the communities the library serves; and
WHEREAS, any change in library operations that could affect services, public employees or the use of public funds, warrants full public review and meaningful opportunities for residents and library workers to be heard; and Date Adopted:
Date Approved:
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City Attorney Approval
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Resolution No
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Fresno supports the dedicated employees who provide library services and believes the County should strengthen its public library system through transparent oversight and investment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE lT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Fresno as follows:
1. The Council opposes the privatization of the Fresno County Public Library and urges the Fresno County Board of Supervisors to retain public operation and management of the Library.
2. The Council urges the Board of Supervisors to make any analysis of proposed changes to library operations publicly available and to provide meaningful opportunities for residents and library employees to comment before taking action.
3. The Council directs the City Clerk to transmit a copy of this resolution to the Fresno County Board of Supervisors and the Fresno County Administrative Officer. 2of3
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COUNTY OF FRESNO ) ss.
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l, AMY K. ALLER, City Clerk of the City of Fresno, certify that the foregoing resolution was adopted by the Council of the City of Fresno, at a regular meeting held on the day of 2026
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ABSENT
ABSTAIN
AMY K. ALLER
City Clerk
By:
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Deputy
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ANDREW JANZ
City Attorney
By:
Brent Richardson
Senior Deputy City AttorneY
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