Mission, Vision, Values

Excellent Service. We are welcoming to all–dedicated to delivering exceptional, friendly, and knowledgeable service that is responsive to the needs of every individual in a warm and inviting environment.

Community. We are engaged in our community, and collaborate with each other as neighbors and friends, with compassion, courtesy, fairness, and respect.

Curiosity. We honor each person’s interests and questions about the world, and encourage individual development, exploration, investigation, learning, and innovation through all we offer.

Intellectual Freedom. We provide uncompromising access to a full range of information, allow for open discussion of different points of view, and protect the privacy and confidentiality of all information-seekers.

Accountability. We make efficient and effective use of the donors’ and taxpayers’ funds committed to our care, and are accountable for all our actions at all levels.