Annville Free Library
Mission, Vision, and Goals

Mission:

The library enriches the community by empowering curiosity, enhancing creativity, fostering connections and providing equal access to all.

Vision statement (future goals):

To be the center of our community where everyone is welcome to learn, discover, create, and connect.

Goals

Values: Responsive, Responsible, Sustainable

  1. Provide excellent library service to our patrons.

Responsible Party or Parties: Staff and Board (Personnel Committee)

Objectives
  1. Provide access to library resources, materials, technology, and other services to the community.
  2. Identify best practices in hiring and professional development focused on patron experience.
  3. Create a staff professional development plan in the areas of technology, innovation, and customer service, including training on new and emerging technologies. Within the plan – encourage and support staff to explore new library trends and identify community needs.
  4. Identify and implement ways to increase programming, funding, and outreach.

Values: Innovative and Inclusive

2.  Further engage all of the communities in our library service area.

Responsible Party or Parties: Staff, Director, and Board

Objectives
  1. Plan new ways, including social media and marketing, to attract new users.
  2. Expand library outreach beyond the building to include community connections.
  3. Use data to better understand our patrons and their needs.

3.  Create welcoming and functional spaces.

Responsible Party or Parties: Director and Board (Building Committee)

Objectives
  1. Evaluate spaces and seating options; adjust as needed based on results.
  2. Design a facility maintenance plan for ongoing beautification, functionality, and flexibility.

Values: Informed, Proactive, and Communicative

4. Create a culture of ongoing improvement

Responsible Party or Parties: Director and Board

Objectives
  1. Use data to more effectively deliver services.
  2. Demonstrate value to stakeholders and share our story in compelling and creative ways.

Sources:

Lititz Public Library https://lititzlibrary.org/our-mission/
Athens County Public Libraries https://www.myacpl.org/about/plan/goals-and-objectives/
Library of Congress https://www.loc.gov/strategic-plan/goals-and-objectives/

AFL Approved on 8/21/23

AFL Board Updated and Approved on 12/18/23