The resolution recognizes Chris Bitner of Valentine, Nebraska, for receiving the 2026 Nebraska Library Association's Outstanding Volunteer Award. Nominated by Carrie Graham, the Director of the Valentine Public Library, Chris has been instrumental in supporting the library since founding the Friends of the Valentine Public Library in 2007. Despite working full-time at the Cherry County Hospital, she has successfully generated additional funding for various library projects, including renovations, landscaping, and community programs aimed at promoting literacy.

The resolution highlights Chris's significant contributions, such as sponsoring the "1,000 Books Before Kindergarten" initiative, establishing a Little Free Library, and organizing community events like the annual Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament and youth activities. Her commitment to fostering a love of reading in the Valentine community is commendable, and the resolution concludes by congratulating her on this well-deserved recognition and directing that a copy of the resolution be sent to her.