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P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, the Friends of the Georgetown Public Library raise money that enables our library to
move from good to great – providing the resources for additional programming, much needed
equipment, support for children’s summer reading, and special events throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, the work of the Friends highlights the fact that our library is the cornerstone of the
community, providing opportunities for all to engage in the joy of life-long learning and connect
with the thoughts and ideas of others from ages past to the present; and
WHEREAS, the Friends understand the critical importance of well-funded libraries and advocate to
ensure that our library gets the resources it needs to provide a wide variety of services to all ages,
including access to print and electronic materials, along with expert assistance in research, readers’
advisory, and children’s services; and
WHEREAS, in collaboration with the Georgetown Public Library, the Friends recently initiated a
bookmobile service called the “WOWmobile” which brings library materials to residents of
Georgetown who find it difficult or impossible to come to the library; and
WHEREAS, the Friends’ gift of their 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.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE GARVER, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN,
TEXAS, do hereby proclaim October 21-27, 2012 as
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY WEEK