City of San Rafael
Proclamation
National Library Week - April 23 – 29, 2023
WHEREAS, libraries are accessible and inclusive places that foster a sense of connection, build community, and bridge equity gaps; and WHEREAS, libraries connect people to technology, providing access to high-speed internet, computers, and resources 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, emergent technologies, arts, literary, educational and cultural programs – in addition to books; 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 and evolving their resources and continuing to meet the needs of their patrons; and WHEREAS, libraries have long served as trusted and treasured institutions for all members of the community regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socio-economic status; and WHEREAS, libraries are cornerstones of democracy, promoting the free exchange of information and ideas for all; and
WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, and library workers are joining library supporters and advocates across the nation to celebrate National Library Week.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, KATE COLIN, Mayor of San Rafael, hereby proclaim April 23 through 29, 2023 as National Library Week. During this week, I encourage all residents to connect with their library by visiting any of the San Rafael libraries online or in person to access resources and services.
Kate Colin
Mayor