HomeMy WebLinkAbout4. MAYORS REPORT 3/22/06
PROCLAMA TION
UNA TIONAL LIBRARY WEEKIS
April 2-8, 2006
WHEREAS, libraries are part of the American Dream - places for opportunity,
education, self-help and lifelong learning;
WHEREAS, our nation's public, academic, school and specialized libraries help people
change the world; .
WHEREAS, libraries playa vital role in providing millions of people with the resources
they need to live, learn and work in the 21 st century;
WHEREAS, libraries are changing and dynamic places and librarians are the ultimate
search engine, helping people of all ages find the information they need in print and
online;
WHEREAS, libraries bring you a world of knowledge both in person and online, as well
as personal service and assistance in finding what you need, when you need it;
WHEREAS, libraries are a key player in the national discourse on intellectual freedom,
equity of access, and narrowing the "digital divide;"
WHEREAS, more individuals must be recruited to the profession of Iibrarianship and to
work in libraries to maintain their vitality in today's changing workplace;
WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, library workers and supporters across America are
celebrating National Library Week with The Campaign for America's Libraries.
NOW, THEREFORE, /, Irvana K. Wilks, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do
hereby proclaim the week of April 2-8, 2006 as
"NA TlOHAL LIBRARY WEEK"
and I encourage all residents to take advantage of the wonderful library resources
available. Come see why there's something for everyone at the Mount Prospect library.
Irvana K. Wilks
Mayor
ATTEST:
M. Lisa Angell
Village Clerk
Dated this 22nd day of March, 2006.