Library Policies

Mission Statement

The Madison Public Library is a community center that actively supports the sharing of ideas, literacy, leisure, the love of reading, and an understanding of Madison’s past and present.

Vision Statement

The Madison Public Library strives to enrich peoples’ lives by providing access to the ideas and information of the world.

 To support this vision and mission, the Madison Public Library will provide:

•  A collection of current materials in a variety of formats
•  Public use of modern information technology
•  Timely, accurate information and reference services employing a well-qualified staff
•  Support for lifelong educational goals of all people
•  A gateway to the resources available through the Internet, electronic databases and interlibrary loan system
•  A variety of programs appropriate to different cultural backgrounds and interests
•  Encouragement for children to develop a love of reading and learning through the collection and programs
•  Print and photographic records pertaining to Madison’s history
•  Information on community services, organizations and issues
•  Space for meetings of local organizations

All of the above should embrace and support the evolving world of library services and its uses by the citizens of Madison.

Institutional Values

The Madison Public Library holds the following values as vital to the organization’s successful delivery of service to the community:

• Well-trained and knowledgeable staff
• Quality service
• Marketing the Library
• Shared contributions of employees, Trustees, Friends of the Library, Madison Public Library Inc. Board, Borough officials and Supporters
• Positive working relationship with community organizations
• Cooperative relationship with other libraries
• Comfortable relationship with other libraries
• Comfortable facilities for staff and public
• Opportunities for public input
• Intellectual freedom
• Equal access to information, programs, and services