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I'R;LCI,:1;: <br />L1 l R? <br />To: Louisville Public Library Board of Trustees <br />From: Beth Barrett <br />Date: 3/8/12 <br />Re: Sample Mission Statements from Other Public Libraries <br />Louisville's Mission Statement (adopted 2008): <br />The Louisville Public Library is committed to providing its citizens: <br />• The benefit and pleasure of learning and discovery through its collections, services, <br />and staff; <br />• Access to and assistance in using emerging technologies which serve as a gateway to <br />information resources within and beyond our walls; <br />• Quality service demonstrating respect for the individual and fidelity to the principles <br />of democracy; and <br />• A pleasing, comfortable, and safe setting in which library collections and customer <br />service are readily accessible. <br />Mission statements from other libraries: <br />"Informing and Empowering the Community: Providing Resources for Life, Leisure, and Learning" <br />- -Delta CO <br />"We open doors for curious minds" <br />-- Anythink, Rangeview Library District <br />"We are your community connection to reading and learning" <br />-- Lafayette <br />"The Poudre River Public Library District provides universal access to ideas and information to enrich our <br />communities." <br />-- Poudre River <br />"To inspire reading, share resources, and connect people" <br />-- Columbus Metropolitan Library (OH) <br />"To enhance the personal and professional growth of Boulder residents and contribute to the <br />development and sustainability of an engaged community through free access to ideas, information, <br />cultural experiences and educational opportunities." <br />-- Boulder PL <br />