Dated: April 12, 2023
RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
APRIL 23 – 29, 2023
WHEREAS, as we ease of out the pandemic, library workers continue to exceed their communities’ demands and adapt resources and services to meet their users’ needs during these last two years; and
WHEREAS, whether people visit in person or virtually, our nation’s free public libraries offer opportunities for everyone to explore new worlds and pursue lifelong learning through access to information, technology, multimedia content, educational programs, and literacy services; and
WHEREAS, the theme for National Library Week 2023, “There’s More to the Story,” highlights that libraries are full of stories in a variety of formats from picture books to large print, audiobooks to ebooks, and more; and WHEREAS, there are more than 123,000 libraries in the United States ranging from Public Libraries, Academic Libraries, School Libraries, Armed Forces Libraries, Government Libraries; and Bookmobiles; and
WHEREAS, libraries are pioneers supporting democracy and effecting social change, with a commitment to providing equitable access to information for all library users regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or socioeconomic status; and
WHEREAS, libraries lead in working with diverse communities, including people of color, immigrants, and people with disabilities, offering services and educational resources that transform communities, open minds, and promote inclusion and diversity; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South San Francisco does hereby proclaim April 23-29, 2023, as National Library Week and encourages all residents to take advantage of the wonderful programs, services, and resources at our libraries.
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Buenaflor Nicolas, Mayor, District 3
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Mark Nagales, Vice Mayor, District 2
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Mark Addiego, Councilmember, District 1
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James Coleman, Councilmember, District 4
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Eddie Flores, Councilmember, District 5