A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA PROCLAIMING APRIL 19-25, 2026 AS “NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK” IN THE CITY OF POMONA WHERAS, libraries spark creativity, fuel imagination, and inspire lifelong learning, offering a space where individuals of all ages can find joy through exploration and discovery; and WHEREAS, libraries serve as vibrant community hubs, connecting people with knowledge, technology, and resources while fostering civic engagement, critical thinking, and cultural enrichment; and WHEREAS, libraries provide free and equitable access to books, digital tools, and innovative programming, ensuring that all individuals—regardless of background—have the support they need to learn, connect, and thrive; and WHEREAS, libraries partner with schools, businesses, and organizations to maximize resources, increase efficiency, and expand access to essential services, strengthening the entire community; and WHEREAS, libraries empower job seekers, entrepreneurs, and lifelong learners by providing access to resources, training, and opportunities that support career growth and economic success; and WHEREAS, libraries nurture young minds through storytimes, steam programs, and literacy initiatives, fostering curiosity and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime; and WHEREAS, libraries protect the right to read, think, and explore without censorship, standing as champions of intellectual freedom and free expression; and WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, and library workers across the country are joining together to celebrate National Library Week under the theme “Find Your Joy”.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA does hereby proclaim April 19-25, 2026 as:
“NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK”
Dated this 6th day of April, 2026