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NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK <br /> APRIL 18-24, 2004 <br /> WHEREAS, our nation's public, academic and school libraries provide equity of access to library <br /> users nationwide no matter their age,income and socioeconomic background; <br /> WHEREAS, libraries play a vital role in providing millions of people with the resources they need to <br /> live,learn and work in the 21st century; <br /> WHEREAS, libraries are changing and dynamic places and librarians are the ultimate search engine, <br /> helping people of all ages find the information they need in print and online; <br /> WHEREAS, libraries are part of the American Dream—places for opportunity, education, self-help <br /> and lifelong learning; <br /> WHEREAS, libraries bring you a world of knowledge both in person and online, as well as personal <br /> service and assistance in finding what you need,when you need it; <br /> WHEREAS, libraries are a key player in the national discourse on intellectual freedom, equity of <br /> access, and narrowing the"digital divide;" <br /> WHEREAS, awareness and support must be increased for libraries, librarians and library workers by <br /> raising their visibility in a positive context and by communicating clearly and strongly why libraries <br /> are both unique and valuable and how librarians provide the information literacy skills that people <br /> need to succeed throughout life; <br /> WHEREAS, more individuals must be recruited to the profession of librarianship and to work in <br /> libraries to maintain their vitality in today's changing workplace; <br /> WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, library workers and supporters across America are celebrating <br /> National Library Week with @ your library®,The Campaign for America's Libraries. <br /> NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that, Mayor Charles Sisk, along with the Louisville City <br /> Council do hereby proclaim National Library Week, April 18-24, 2004. I encourage all residents to <br /> take advantage of the variety of library resources available at their school, campus or public library. I <br /> also urge them to thank both librarians and library workers for providing valuable services and making <br /> information accessible to all who walk through the library's doors. Come see why there's something <br /> for everyone @ your library. <br /> f � <br /> h day of April, 2004 <br /> O:` . ". Ch r s . k; ayor <br /> v^' <br /> ATT TPOO <br /> 0� <br /> Nancy Varra, ity Clerk <br />