HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-04-02 Proclamation Item Number: 2.a.
CITY OF OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 2, 2024
National Library Week
Attachments: National Library Week proclamation
City of Iowa City
PROCLAMATION
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libraries serve as vital hubs for connection, learning, and exploration and are
nsuring equitable access to information and services for all community members,
V regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socio-economic
status; and
Whereas, libraries prioritize privacy, defend the right to read freely, champion intellectual
freedom, and serve as cornerstones of democracy, promoting the free exchange of information
and ideas for all; and
Whereas, libraries are accessible and inclusive places that promote a sense of local
connection, advancing understanding, civic engagement, and shared community goals while
preserving our collective heritage and knowledge, safeguarding both physical and digital
resources for present and future generations; and
Whereas, libraries play a pivotal role in economic development by providing resources and
support for job seekers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses, thus contributing to local prosperity
and growth; and
Whereas, Iowa City Public Library is a center of community life that connects people of all
ages with information, engages them with the world of ideas and with each other, and enriches
the community by supporting learning, promoting literacy, and encouraging creativity; and
Whereas, an Iowan authored the Library Bill of Rights, Iowa has more public libraries per
capita than any other state in the nation, and over 74% of Iowans own at least one library card;
and
Whereas, libraries, librarians, and library workers are joining library supporters and advocates
across the nation to celebrate National Library Week.
Now, Therefore, I, Bruce Teague, Mayor of Iowa City, do hereby proclaim April 7-13,
2024 to be
National Library Week
and encourage all residents to visit the Iowa City Public Library and celebrate the access and
opportunities provided by ICPL services and programming.
Mayor
Signed in Iowa City, Iowa
this 2nd day of April 2024.