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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
20-34
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
March 19, 2013
To acknowledge and honor National Library Workers Day and the outstanding contributions of the District of Columbia Public Library staff to the residents of the District of Columbia.
WHEREAS, National Library Workers Day is April 16, 2013, and this year’s theme is Communities Matter at Your Library;
WHEREAS, the Library Staff of the District of Columbia Public Library works diligently to provide excellent programming, guidance, and support to the residents and communities of the District of Columbia;
WHEREAS, the Library Staff provide assistance to all residents of the District through educational, social, and health services;
WHEREAS,, the Library Staff supports the residents of the District through fundraisers, drives, and other efforts to ensure that residents have the greatest opportunities to expand their learning;
WHEREAS, District of Columbia Public Library librarian Elissa Miller was named the America Reads Spanish Librarian of the Year for her work in promoting reading in Spanish and the District of Columbia Public Library holds regular Spanish reading sessions for residents of all ages to promote literacy, including a Baby Lap Time reading session in Spanish;
WHEREAS,, the Library Staff works to provide teenage residents with activities that educate and engage while also providing a safe environment, including Teen Movie Night and the Prom Hair and Makeup seminar;
WHEREAS, libraries across the District offer Jobseekers Clinics and Resume Clinics to help residents find meaningful employment;
WHEREAS, the Library Staff has made a commitment to the physical and mental health of residents by offering free HIV tests, blood pressure screenings, and yoga classes at various branches; and
WHEREAS, the Council of the District of Columbia is grateful for the Library Staff’s dedication and contributions to the educational and developmental experiences of District residents.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “District of Columbia Public Library Staff Recognition Resolution of 2013”.
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia acknowledges and honors the Library Staff for their exceptional contributions to the educational and developmental experiences of District residents.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
