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J919Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Celebrate National Library Week

Official title

“Recognizing April 7-13, 2019, as National Library Week”

Sponsor Jen MetzgerSD-42+61 co-sponsors
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution recognizes April 7-13, 2019, as National Library Week in New York, honoring the contributions of libraries and library workers.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the evolving role of libraries. The resolution underscores that libraries are now much more than places to borrow books—they are vital community centers that foster collaboration, skill-building, and access to new technologies, reflecting how libraries adapt to meet changing community needs.

  2. Acknowledges the broad impact of libraries. It recognizes that libraries serve a diverse population, including students, small business owners, English-language learners, and the general public, demonstrating their importance as a resource for education, economic opportunity, and social well-being.

  3. Connects local and national efforts. By participating in a nationally observed week and recognizing prominent figures like Melinda Gates, the resolution ties New York’s library community to broader national conversations about literacy, lifelong learning, and the role of information in society.

  4. Emphasizes statewide reach and public investment. With over 1,100 library branches and outlets serving New Yorkers, the resolution highlights the scale of public investment in libraries and their potential to impact individuals and communities across the state.

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Celebrate National Library Week

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jen Metzger

Senator · Senate District 42

Chair, Agriculture

61 Co-sponsors

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 919 BY: Senator METZGER RECOGNIZING April 7-13, 2019, as National Library Week WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in participating in important weeks of recognition; and WHEREAS, The week of April 7-13, 2019, has been… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 919 BY: Senator METZGER RECOGNIZING April 7-13, 2019, as National Library Week WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in participating in important weeks of recognition; and WHEREAS, The week of April 7-13, 2019, has been designated National Library Week; and WHEREAS, First celebrated in 1958, National Library Week marks its 61st Anniversary in 2019, as a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April; and WHEREAS, National Library Week is a time to highlight the value of libraries, librarians, and library workers; and WHEREAS, "Libraries = Strong Communities," is the theme for National Library Week 2019, highlighting the value of academic, public, and school libraries; and WHEREAS, Melinda Gates, author, philanthropist and co-Founder of the Gates Foundation will serve as the 2019 Honorary Chair of National Library Week; and WHEREAS, Libraries are a treasured part of American culture, and a valuable resource on a wide variety of popular topics, encouraging people to read, helping to improve incomes and health, and encouraging the development of strong, happy lives; and WHEREAS, Not only places to borrow books, libraries also serve as creative and engaging community centers where people can collaborate and use new technologies to further their skills and passions; and WHEREAS, Libraries serve as a resource for students, small business owners, English-language learners and many others who depend on all of the resources our libraries have to offer; and WHEREAS, With New York State residents served by approximately 755 public libraries with over 1,100 branches and outlets, it is fitting that we recognize the significant impact libraries may have on individuals, and the invaluable services they provide to residents of the State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to recognize April 7-13, 2019, as National Library Week; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Melinda Gates, Honorary Chair, and Jeremy Johannesen, Executive Director, New York Library Association.

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