As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 314

2025-2026

Representative Ray

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Wadsworth Public Library on its Centennial.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate the Wadsworth Public Library on the auspicious occasion of its One Hundredth Anniversary, celebrated January 18, 2026; and

WHEREAS, Recognition of this prestigious milestone is a fitting tribute to the Wadsworth Public Library, for throughout its history, this fine institution has attained a remarkable record of service to the residents of the area. Undertaking an impressive improvement initiative, the library is conducting a ribbon cutting for its renovated local history room during its anniversary event, and it has certainly become an exceptional community resource; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Wadsworth Public Library has fostered education, culture, and individual growth and achievement by providing a variety of innovative and beneficial programs and services. As a focal point for many local activities and a valuable instrument for community improvement, the library has earned the respect and appreciation of countless patrons and has set an example of excellence that is worthy of emulation; and

WHEREAS, Public libraries play an important role in today’s society, serving as receptacles of shared knowledge, information, and ideas. They provide a means of enjoyment, self-advancement, and intellectual development for all individuals, and as repositories for the best of our nation’s intellectual endeavors, they are vital to the preservation of our country’s heritage, principles, and ideals. We are proud to note that it is through the efforts of institutions such as the Wadsworth Public Library that our state has maintained its reputation as a friendly, productive, and pleasant place in which to live and work; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend the Wadsworth Public Library on its One Hundredth Anniversary and extend best wishes for continued success; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Wadsworth Public Library.