City of San Rafael
Proclamation Presented to
Jaimi Cortes
WHEREAS, Jaimi Cortes was appointed to the Board of Library Trustees for the City of San Rafael on May 1, 2017, and has served with dedication and distinction for over eight years; and
WHEREAS, Jaimi served under the City Council and provided thoughtful advice and counsel to three Library Directors during her tenure: Director Houghton, Director Andrade-Wax, and Director Quffa; she also served with distinction as Chair of the Board of Library Trustees in 2021; and
WHEREAS, Jaimi fostered meaningful connections between community members and library staff, strengthening relationships and collaboration across the organization; and
WHEREAS, Jaimi offered the perspective of a parent with young children, championing enhanced resources and support for families in the San Rafael community; and WHEREAS, Jaimi provided valuable guidance and insight for the development of the new Northgate Library at Northgate Mall and expanding library services to the North San Rafael community; and
WHEREAS, Jaimi contributed leadership and perspective to the Library Facilities Planning process, ensuring the library’s long-term vision reflected the community’s diverse needs; and
WHEREAS, Jaimi supported the continuation of library services to the public throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, helping ensure equitable access during unprecedented times; and
WHEREAS, Jaimi provided input and advocacy during the Downtown Library Renovation project and played an active role in planning for the Pickleweed Library Renovation; and
WHEREAS, Jaimi provided thoughtful feedback throughout the Library’s policy review process, contributing to policies that ensure transparency, inclusion, and access for all.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, KATE COLIN, Mayor of San Rafael, do hereby express my heartfelt appreciation to
Jaimi Cortes
for serving as a Board of Library Trustee Member and for her important contributions and community service to the City of San Rafael.
Kate Colin
Mayor