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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4. MAYORS REPORT 04/01/2008 PROCLAMATION "NA TIONAL LIBRARY WEEK" APRIL 13 - 19,2008 WHEREAS, our nation's school, academic, public and special libraries make a difference in the lives of millions of Americans, today, more than ever; and WHEREAS, librarians are trained professionals, helping people of all ages and backgrounds find and interpret the information they need to I ive, learn and work in the 21 st century; and WHEREAS, libraries are part of the American Dream - places for opportunity, education, self- help and lifelong learning; and WHEREAS, library use is up nationwide among all types of library users, continuing a decade- long trend; and WHEREAS, libraries playa vital role in supporting the quality of life in their communities; and WHEREAS, libraries can help you discover 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; and WHEREAS, libraries are a key player in the national discourse on intellectual freedom, equity of access, and narrowing the "digital divide;" and WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, library workers and supporters across America are celebrating National Library Week with The Campaign for America's Libraries. NOW, THEREFORE, I Irvana K. Wilks, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim the week of April 13- 19, 2008 as "NA TIONAL LIBRARY WEEK" and I encourage all individuals to visit the library this week to take advantage of the wonderful libraI)' resources and thank their librarians and librai)' workers for making information accessible to all who walk through the library's doors. Join the circle of knowledge at the Mount Prospect Public LibraJ)'. Irvana K. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: M. Lisa Angell Village Clerk Dated this 1 st day of April 2008 PROCLAMATION "NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK" April 13 - 19, 2008 WHEREAS, emergencies can occur at anytime that require police, fire or emergency medical services; and WHEREAS, when an emergency occurs the prompt response of police officers, firefighters and paramedics is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property; and WHEREAS, the safety of our police officers and firefighters is dependent upon the quality and accuracy of information obtained from citizens who telephone the Northwest Central Dispatch System; and WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunicators are the first and most critical contact our citizens have with emergency services; and WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunicators are the single vital link for our police officers and firefighters by monitoring their activities by radio, providing them information and insuring their safety; and WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunicators of the Northwest Central Dispatch System have contributed substantially to the apprehension of criminals, suppression of fires and treatment of patients; and WHEREAS, each Telecommunicator has exhibited compassion, understanding and professionalism during the performance of their job in the past year. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Irvana K. Wilks, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim, April 13 - 19,2008 as "NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK" in the Village of Mount Prospect, in honor of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep our city and citizens safe. Irvana K. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: M Lisa Angell Village Clerk Dated this r'day of April, 2008. PROCLAMATION HWEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD" April 13-19, 2008 "Bring Communities Together for Children- Children Bring Communities Together" WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Prospect, Mt. Prospect Child Care Center, and other local organizations in conjunction with the National Association for the Education of Young Children are celebrating the Week of the Young Child,. and WHEREAS, these organizations are working to improve early learning opportunities, which are crucial to the growth and development of young children, and to building better futures for everyone in the Village of Mount Prospect, Illinois,. and WHEREAS, the future of the Village of Mount Prospect and the State of Illinois depends on the quality of early childhood experiences provided to young children today; and WHEREAS, in recognizing and supporting the people, programs and policies that are committed to high quality early childhood education as the right choice for kids. NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Irvana K. Wilks, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim April 13-19, 2008 as the HWEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD" in the Village of Mount Prospect and I urge all individuals to recognize and support the needs of young children in ours and neighboring communities. Irvana K. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: M Lisa Angell Village Clerk Dated this F1 day of April, 2008.