About the Library

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide informational, educational, and enrichment services and resources to the community through a comprehensive and efficient library system.

Values

• Patron needs come first: We place the highest priority on service to our patrons and treat every request with equal value.
• Respect for people: We recognize the contributions of our staff and we treat all our patrons and each other with respect.
• Learning organization: We commit to the professional growth and enrichment of our staff.
• Access to information: We ensure access to information for people of all ages, abilities and means.
• Freedom of information: We protect our patrons' freedom to read and view all library information.
• Privacy and confidentiality: We safeguard our patrons' right to request and obtain information in confidence.
• Quality: We strive to deliver the highest quality service possible.  We strive to provide up-to-date library materials for our service population.
• Stewardship of community resources: We respect the contributions of the community to its library.  We hold ourselves accountable for the efficient nad effective use of all resources - people, time, assets, and funds.
• Integrity: We follow the highest ethical standards, which have been adopted by Cass County Government and our profession.