Policies & Mission

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Mission Statement

Approved by the Board of Directors-January 3, 2002.

The Grand County Public Library provides access to information, materials, and services to all members of the community to encourage a lifetime of learning.

Library Roles

bulletCollect and maintain information that is popular, relevant, and current for patrons of all ages.
bulletLibraries, communities, and methods of retrieving information are improving and changing rapidly. This library attempts to keep services and technology consistent with patron needs and requests.
bulletSupports curriculum efforts of educators in Grand County by providing help with library skills training, materials pertinent to studies, and further access to information beyond what is offered within the school. 
bulletResearch tools for local, political, civic, historical, and genealogy interests such as microfilm, reference books, Interlibrary Loan, local government information, and the Internet are provided.
bulletThe library is a community information center. We are a clearinghouse for information regarding local and community events, issues, and services and provide a space for non-profit entities to meet.
bulletSupports efforts of people pursuing education from local or distance learning programs by providing reference help, document delivery service, Internet facilities, a place to study, and proctoring exams.
bulletProvide programs and events for cultural enrichment.

This policy is subject to revision. 

 

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