City of SantaClara
WHEREAS, libraries are cornerstones of democracy, promoting the free exchange of information and ideas for all ; and WHEREAS, libraries provide the opportunity for everyone to find joy, connect to community, and connect to the world around them through stories, music, movies, and even in a hands-on way with the Library of Things; and
WHEREAS, libraries serve as safe spaces for all members of the community to come together, express themselves, and learn, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, creed, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socio-economic status, and everyone is welcome; and WHEREAS, our Santa Clara City Library supports intellectual freedom by providing a diverse and balanced collection including challenge d and banned books, providing a welcoming space for all our diverse community seeking the freedom to read; and WHEREAS, our Santa Clara City Library has developed a Strategic Plan and Facilities Master Plan, with a new Mission, to “Enhance lives and strengthen our diverse communities by providing the best in information, cultural and technical enrichment, a wide range of programs and services, and opportunities to achieve dreams.”
NOW, THEREFORE, I, LISA M. GILLMOR, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor, and on behalf of the City of Santa Clara, do hereby proclaim the week of April 19-25, 2026, as
National Library Week
in the City of Santa Clara and encourage our community to visit their Santa Clara City Library to explore the wealth of books and resources available .
Given under my hand and the Seal of the City of Santa Clara, California, this 7th day of April 2026.
LISA M. GILLMOR
MAYOR, CITY OF SANTA CLARA
KELLY G. COX
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 6
ALBERT GONZALEZ
VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 1
RAJ CHAHAL
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 2
KAREN HARDY
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 3
KEVIN PARK
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 4
SUDS JAIN
COUNCILMEMBER, DISTRICT 5
Proclamation