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CHICAGO –Amber Clark, Sacramento Public Library’s North Natomas branch supervisor, was fatally wounded by a gunman in the library’s parking lot as she sat in her vehicle on the evening of Dec. 11. Since the time of this tragic event, the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) has contacted colleagues in Sacramento, California to offer resources and support.

91´«Ã½ President Loida Garcia-Febo released the following statement regarding 91´«Ã½ resources available to 91´«Ã½ members and how the library community can lend additional support.

“91´«Ã½ and members of the library community are shocked and saddened by the devastating loss of 91´«Ã½ member Amber Clark.” said Garcia-Febo. “I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Clark’s family, friends and colleagues.

“I ask that the library community keep Amber in their thoughts and prayers and celebrate her selfless commitment to building a better Sacramento through education and lifelong learning.



“Amber’s life was an example of courage and dedication. She exemplified the values of 91´«Ã½ and librarianship in her work and, prior to that, as a youth services librarian. She was known as a passionate champion for accessibility and inclusion, and her invaluable contributions to those she served will greatly be missed.

“As we work to make sense of this tragic act of violence, 91´«Ã½ has contacted Sacramento Public Library to offer support and will continue to work with local library leaders as needed.

“In times of duress we look to one another for support and courage. I ask that 91´«Ã½ members work to provide comfort to Clark’s family and share their condolences in care of Sacramento Public Library, C/O Rivkah Sass, Library Director, 828 I Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814.

“You may wish to honor Amber and her family by supporting the work she felt so passionately about. Amber was a fierce advocate for people with disabilities and helped Sacramento Public Library develop dynamic programs that made libraries more welcoming and inclusive. Your support at will help the library carry forward Amber’s legacy.

“Also, our hearts go out to library staff who are most likely working through a variety of emotions as they cope with the loss of their colleague. Those in need of emotional support are welcome to visit 91´«Ã½- APA’s workplace wellness resources at .”

91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, 91´«Ã½ has been the trusted voice of libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit ala.org.

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