HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2019-10-21 Item 2A - Proclamation - National Friends of Libraries Week - October 20-26Office of the Mayor
City of Tukwila, Washington
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Tukwila Library is a cornerstone of the community, providing
opportunities for all to experience the joy of lifelong learning and to connect with the
human experience from past to present; and
WHEREAS, the Friends of the Tukwila Library is a group of enthusiastic
community volunteers whose dedication enables our library to move from good to
great -- providing the support and resources for additional programming, much
needed equipment, children's summer reading, and special events throughout the
year; and
WHEREAS, the Friends understand and advocate for the critical importance of
well -funded libraries to provide a wide variety of services to all ages including access
to print and electronic materials and expert assistance in research, readers' advisory,
and children's services; and
WHEREAS, the Friends' collective gift of time and commitment to the library
sets an example for all in how volunteerism leads to positive civic engagement and
the betterment of our community; and
NOW THEREFORE, I, Verna Seal, Councilmember, on behalf of Allan Ekberg,
Mayor of the City of Tukwila, do hereby proclaim October 20 - 26, 2019 as:
Friends of Libraries Week
in the City of Tukwila and encourage all community residents to join me in thanking
the Friends of the Tukwila Library for all they do for our library and community.
Presented this 21st day of October, 2019.
Al an Ekbe , Mayor
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