Proclamation

National Library Week 2007

Whereas our nation’s public, academic, school and specialized libraries transform their communities; and

Whereas libraries play a vital role in supporting the quality of life in their communities; and

Whereas librarians are trained professionals, helping people of all ages and backgrounds find the resources they need to live, 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 libraries bring you a world of knowledge both in person and online; 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, be it resolved that the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Harvey Cedars proclaim National Library Week as April 15 – 21, 2007, and encourage all residents to visit the Ocean County Library this week to take advantage of the wonderful library resources available and than the library staff for making information accessible to all who walk through the library’s doors.

DATED: April 2007