Record #: R2023-668   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 4/19/2023 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 4/19/2023
Title: Commemoration of 150th Anniversary of Chicago Public Library
Sponsors: Lightfoot, Lori E. , Coleman, Stephanie D. , Gardiner, James M. , Moore, David H., Mitts, Emma, Osterman, Harry, Scott, Monique L. , Rodriguez Sanchez, Rossana , Hairston, Leslie A., Abarca, Anabel , Ramirez-Rosa, Carlos, Rodriguez, Michael D., Sposato, Nicholas, Villegas, Gilbert, Hadden, Maria E. , Vasquez, Jr., Andre, O'Shea, Matthew J., Cappleman, James, Waguespack, Scott, Knudsen, Timothy R., Dowell, Pat, La Spata, Daniel , Martin, Matthew J.
Attachments: 1. R2023-668.pdf
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR CITY OF CHICAGO
LORI E. LIGHTFOOT
MAYOR
April 19, 2023
TO THE HONORABLE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF T HE CITY OF CHICAGO
Ladies and Gentlemen:
1 transmit herewith, together with Aldermen Coleman, Gardiner, Moore, Mitts, Osterman, Scott, Rodriguez Sanchez, Hairston, Abarca, Ramirez-Rosa, Rodriguez, Sposato, Villegas, Hadden, Vasquez, O'Shea, Capplcman, Waguespack, Knudsen, Dowell, La Spata and Martin, a resolution celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Chicago Public library.
Your favorable consideration of this resolution will be appreciated.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Chicago Public Library marks its 150th anniversary, a monumental milestone that speaks to the enduring legacy of generations of City leaders, aldermen, and residents whose dedication has fostered the intellectual and cultural growth of generations of Chicagoans; and
WHEREAS, the Chicago Public Library has transformed from a modest beginning in an abandoned water tank to a robust network of 81 community hubs that provide free and equitable access to a wealth of resources, information, early literacy programming, broadband and cultural opportunities, thanks to a commitment to continuous innovation; and
WHEREAS, Chicago Public Library has been a pillar of the City's educational, social, and economic development, and a global model for libraries, introducing pioneering service models like One Book, One Chicago, YOUmedia, Teacher in the Library and award-winning architectural design; and
WHEREAS, the Chicago Public Library has been a trailblazer in promoting equity, inclusion, and diversity, actively breaking down barriers to access, becoming the largest city library in the country to go fine free, establishing libraries as Book Sanctuaries, and offering culturally responsive services to all community members; and
WHEREAS, the Chicago Public Library has fostered community and lifelong learning by partnering with schools and organizations, providing simplified and unlimited library access to all Chi...

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