PROCLAMATION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OBSERVING SEPTEMEMBER 2025, AS
NATIONAL LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP, LITERACY MONTH &
CELEBRATING FELDHEYM CENTRAL LIBRARY’S
40TH ANNIVERSARY IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WHEREAS, in observance of September being National Library Card Sign-Up & Literacy Month celebrated nationally as “One Card, Endless Possibilities” by the American Library Association - patrons are encouraged to visit one or more of the four San Bernardino Public Libraries, either in person to sign-up for a regular library card or virtually at www.sbpl.org to sign up for a digital library card to utilize online resources; and
WHEREAS, Feldheym Central Library kicks off its year-long celebration of its 40th anniversary with a free event for the public Monday, September 29 from 4 to 7 p.m.; and
WHEREAS, whether people visit in person or virtually, libraries offer endless opportunities to transform lives through education and lifelong learning; serving people of every age, education level, ethnicity and physical ability; and WHEREAS, in addition to patrons checking out books and doing research, our libraries offer various free activities, such as pre-school story time, crafts, workshops, author visits, entertainment programs, literacy services and various classes to help people improve their lives without cost; and
WHEREAS, our online services for remote learners including eBooks and eAudiobooks, homework help via chat and more; and
WHEREAS, we are scheduled to add an Animakerspace providing all ages of patrons opportunities to build, design and create items often utilizing technology; and WHEREAS, San Bernardino Public Library offers Literacy tutoring through the Jack L. Hill Lifelong Learning Center, providing services to adults, children, and families. Everyone is invited to participate in the many activities and events offered in the Learning Center, encouraging lifelong learning and developing workforce training and skills; and
WHEREAS, our San Bernardino Public Library has served our community for 134 years and if there is any city that can benefit from a free public library, it is here.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED THAT, The Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, do hereby proclaim September 2024 as NATIONAL LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP & LITERACY MONTH in the City of San Bernardino and join in celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Feldheym Central Library. We encourage all residents to visit our public libraries, sign up for a library card, and take advantage of the countless opportunities for learning, personal growth, and community connection that our libraries provide.
Presented this 3rd Day of September 2025