Our Mission and Strategic Plan

Mission Statement

The Thomas Crane Public Library and its branch libraries provide materials, programs, and services that

• Assist people to grow and learn throughout their lives
• Enable people to understand their own heritage and the heritage of others
• Provide an environment for people to gather, interact, and participate in public programs
• Address the need for adults to learn to read and develop essential life skills

Encouraging Lifelong Learning:

the library assists people to grow and learn throughout their lives.

Goal: Residents of all ages will have materials and programs that stimulate thinking, satisfy curiousity, solve problems, provide leisure time enjoyment, and encourage lifelong reading and learning.

Goal: Residents of all ages will be aware of and know how to use library resources and services.

Understanding Our Heritage:

the library enables people to understand their own heritage and the heritage of others.

Goal: The library will provide programs and information for all ages that promote knowledge and understanding of cultural and community heritage.

Creating Community:

the library provides an environment for people to gather, interact, and participate in public programs.

Goal: The library will be a gathering place for residents of all ages, creating a sense of community and neighborhood belonging.

Goal: The library will provide a welcoming environment for residents with limited English skills.

Achieving Basic Literacy:

Goal: The library will provide programs, materials, and services to assist new readers and new English learners to acquire basic literacy skills.

Goal: New readers and English learners will be aware of the literacy resources and services available at the library.