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PROCLAMATION DECLARING
OCTOBER 18-24, 2009 AS TEEN READ WEEK
IN THE CITY OF SARATOGA
WHEREAS, the ability to read and process information is a basic survival skill in
our global information society; and
WHEREAS, the reading proficiency of teens has remained the same over the last
thirty years; and
WHEREAS, the number of students who can read but choose not to do so is
increasing; and
WHEREAS, the most effective way to improve reading skills is to read regularly
and often; and
WHEREAS, too few teens think reading is a valuable tool for enjoyment and
relaxation as well as for schoolwork; and
WHEREAS, regular daily reading for the fun of it creates the reading habit for life;
and
WHEREAS, parents, teachers, librarians, and all concerned adults can serve as role
models by reading for fun themselves;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Chuck Page, Mayor of the City of Saratoga, do hereby
proclaim October 18-24, 2009 as Teen Read Week in the City of Saratoga, and encourage all
teens to read for the fun of it!
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that I urge all citizens to join in supporting and
encouraging teens to read and to celebrate Teen Read Week.
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Chuck Page, Mayor
City of Saratoga