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2023 SESSION

23107088D
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 450
Offered February 23, 2023
Commending the staff of Manassas Park City Library.
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Patron-- Roem
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WHEREAS, the staff of Manassas Park City Library successfully opened the library’s permanent facilities in September 2022 after the City of Manassas Park committed to establishing its first public library, which will contribute greatly to Manassas Park residents’ access to library services for years to come; and

WHEREAS, conveniently co-located with Manassas Park City Hall and operated completely under the purview of the City of Manassas Park, the new Manassas Park City Library offers the community a new place to gather for learning, discovering, creating, and connecting and represents a major milestone in the development of downtown Manassas Park; and

WHEREAS, the staff of Manassas Park City Library facilitated the relocation process and the opening of the new library, which has meaningfully enhanced the availability of library services, programs, and technological amenities for children, teenagers, and adults in the area; and

WHEREAS, the staff of Manassas Park City Library are committed to providing quality services to patrons, gladly offering suggestions about new books to try, assisting with access to online databases, cataloging new inventory, developing fun and educational programs, researching new reading trends, and ordering new inventory from book suppliers for the benefit of the library community; and

WHEREAS, the staff of Manassas Park City Library have demonstrated exceptional creativity and vision in designing and delivering programs, events, and services that promote literacy and lifelong learning; and

WHEREAS, the staff of Manassas Park City Library have played a vital role in making the library a welcoming and inclusive space that is responsive to the needs and interests of the community; and

WHEREAS, the staff of Manassas Park City Library have shown empathy, patience, and compassion in helping patrons navigate complex issues, find resources, and improve their skills and knowledge; and

WHEREAS, the staff of Manassas Park City Library approached the tremendous challenge of opening a new library with passion and professionalism, and their efforts have helped to make the city a more wonderful place to live, work, and play; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the staff of Manassas Park City Library hereby be commended for their service to the Manassas Park community; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the staff of Manassas Park City Library as an expression of the House of Delegates’ admiration for their contributions to the Commonwealth.