Deputy mayor pro tem proclaims September 'Library Card Sign‑Up Month' in Rowlett

Deputy Mayor Pro Tem John P. Bowers presented a proclamation declaring September as Library Card Sign‑Up Month and invited library staff and volunteers forward to accept the recognition. "Whereas a library card opens the door to endless possibilities," Bowers read as part of the proclamation before asking Laura from the library to speak.

Laura, the library representative, said the library will allow patrons to replace worn cards for free during September and will enter users into gift‑card drawings. "Patrons who use their card online or in person will be entered into a drawing for a gift card to a local restaurant," she said, and added that new signups will be entered into a separate drawing. She described the card as a back‑to‑school resource that supports literacy and workforce development.

The proclamation emphasized the library's role in providing early‑literacy programs, digital access and connections to community services. The council thanked the Friends of the Library and the library advisory board for their work and encouraged residents to sign up and take part in library programs and upcoming events.