We're excited to share that Hartland Township has officially proclaimed October "Library Appreciation Month" in recognition of Cromaine Library's contributions to our local community. A heartfelt thank you to our Supervisor, Trustees, and City Manager for their ongoing partnership and support. Together, we celebrate the vital role our library plays in fostering knowledge and connection. Let's continue to champion the power of literacy and learning in Hartland!
Pictured left to right:
Denise O'Connell, Trustee, Matthew Germane, Trustee, Summer McMullen, Trustee, Holly Naylor, President, Cromaine Library Board of Trustees, Sarah Neidert, Director, Cromaine Library, Kathie Horning, Treasurer, Larry Ciofu, Clerk, William Fountain, Supervisor, and Joseph Petrucci, Trustee.
Hartland Township Proclamation of October as Library Appreciation Month 10.01.2024
"WHEREAS, the Michigan Library Association (MLA) annually designates the month of October as a statewide observance to celebrate the contributions of Michigan’s public, school, academic, tribal, cooperative, and special libraries;
WHEREAS, Michigan’s libraries are essential institutions that serve as cornerstones of knowledge, learning, and community engagement, inspiring us to go further in our educational and personal journeys; and
WHEREAS, libraries play a vital role in fostering education, lifelong learning, and literacy for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, encouraging everyone to go explore new ideas and opportunities; and
WHEREAS, libraries provide a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages exploration, discovery, and personal growth, inviting us all to go discover the wealth of resources available; and
WHEREAS, libraries serve as cultural hubs, offering access to a diverse array of resources including books, digital media, educational programs, and technology, motivating us to go engage with our communities and cultures; and
WHEREAS, libraries play a significant role in promoting intellectual freedom and the right to access information, enabling individuals to make informed decisions and engage in open discourse, empowering us to go make a difference; and
WHEREAS, libraries provide essential services to underserved communities, bridging the digital divide and offering critical support for job seekers, students, and individuals seeking to improve their lives, helping us all to go achieve our goals; and
WHEREAS, library professionals are dedicated advocates for literacy, education, and civic engagement, working tirelessly to connect patrons with the resources they need to succeed, encouraging us to go reach our full potential; and 24
WHEREAS, hundreds of libraries and millions of library supporters across Michigan are celebrating Michigan Library Appreciation Month this October; now, therefore be it Resolved that I, Larry Ciofu, Township Clerk do hereby proclaim October 2024 as Michigan Library Appreciation Month. During this time, I encourage all residents, community organizations, and public officials to join in celebrating the libraries in our state. Let’s go to the library, explore new worlds, and discover the countless ways in which libraries enrich our lives and contribute to the betterment of society. Let’s Go!"
Signed 10.01.2024, Hartland Township
William Fountain, Supervisor Kathie Horning, Treasurer Summer McMullen, Trustee
Larry N. Ciofu, Clerk Matthew Germane, Trustee Joseph Petrucci, Trustee
Denise O’Connell, Trustee