A PROCLAMATION OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
PROCLAIMING APRIL 19–25, 2026, AS
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WHEREAS, in observance of National Library Week, patrons are encouraged to visit one or more of the four San Bernardino Public Libraries, either in person or virtually at www.sbpl.org; and
WHEREAS, the theme for National Library Week 2026, “Find Your Joy” is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities: and
WHEREAS, besides patrons checking out books, doing research, using a PC or enjoying free Wi -Fi - we offer various free activities, such as pre -school story time, crafts, workshops, author visits, entertainment programs, literacy services and classes to help people improve their lives at no cost; and
WHEREAS, our online services for remote learners including eBooks and eAudiobooks, homework help via chat and others are valuable to our patrons; and WHEREAS, with the support of our Mayor and City Council, the library is looking forward to the opening of our Animakerspace area where the public can build, create and innovate in 2026 along as well as Feldheym Central Library building improvements from a grant worth almost $6.5 million from the California State Library; and WHEREAS, libraries help change lives in their communities, serving people of every age, education level, ethnicity and physical ability; and
WHEREAS, more than 18,000 people have our city of San Bernardino library card; and WHEREAS, our San Bernardino Public Library has served our community for 135 years, and if there is any city that can benefit from a free public library - it is here..
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Mayor and the City Council of San Bernardino, do hereby proclaim April 19-25, 2026 as National Library Week in the City of San Bernardino.
Presented on the 15th day of April 2026