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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, 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 on an on-going basis the fact that our library is a
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, bookmobile and home delivery service,
along with expert assistance in research, readers’ advisory, and children’s services; 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, DALE ROSS, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS,
do hereby proclaim, September 12, 2019 as
FRIENDS OF THE GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY DAY
In Georgetown, Texas