The Library encourages lifelong learning and is a place for personal development and discovery which enriches and empowers every citizen in our community. Our mission is to become the best public library in the world by being so tuned in to the people we serve and so supportive of each others efforts that we are able to provide highly responsive service. We strive to inform, enrich and empower every person in our community by creating, promoting and supporting easy access to a vast array of ideas and information, lifelong learning and a love of reading. We acquire, organize and provide books and other materials; ensure access to information sources throughout the nation and around the world. We provide free and easy access to materials in print, audio, video, electronic and computer formats. We provide equipment and facilities for public use and a well trained and knowledgeable staff to meet the informational needs of the public. The Library provides leadership and serves as a source of information for citizens and community organizations, and is an avenue for local organizations to reach the broader community.