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AGENDA ITEMS
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR Alp MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PAYMANEH MAGHSOUDI, CITY LIBRARIAN
VIA: HENRY GARCIA,CITY ADMINISTRATOR
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION FOR THE
SPONSORS OF LIBRARY'S SUMMER READING PROGRAM.
BACKGROUND
For the past several years,the youth of our community have had the opportunity to participate in
a series of educational and entertaining programs offered by the City Library throughout the
Summer. During the course of these programs,the children have access to variety of programs
from the traditional story time to the professional theater. It is through such experience that the
children's educational and cultural knowledge are enhanced.
This year the program was very successful, 1026 youth participated in this year 8 weeks
SUMMER READING PROGRAM under the theme of Camp Read S'more. Each performance
hosted average of 300 youngsters. Children received a variety of incentives for their efforts in
reading during the Summer months.
The Funding for these programs has been provided entirely through the generous sponsorship of
local businesses and community groups. As a result of these successful programs, a permanent
partnership has been established between the Library and the local businesses and community
organizations and the youth in our community are benefiting from quality programs and are
enhancing their knowledge.
RECOMMENDATION
It is staff recommendation to award a certificate of appreciation to the following businesses and
groups for their continued support toward a very rewarding program for the youth of our
community.
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LIST OF SPONSORS
Azusa IBEW
Azusa Police Department
Boy Scouts of America
Browning- Ferris Industries
Criterion Catalyst
Edgewood Shopping Center
Friends of the Azusa City Library
Jack in Box
La Flor De Mexico
Los Angeles Count Fire Department-Azusa Office
McDonald restaurant
Micheal Powers&Associate
Mr. and Mrs. Andrews
Mrs. Nelson Toy & Book Shop
Norac Company Inc.
Scholastic Book Fairs
Shakey's Pizza
Soroptomist International, Azusa-Glendora
Transit Mixed Concrete Company
United Parcel Service