A current strategic plan is currently being updated. Please keep an eye out for future surveys and opportunities to give us feedback, so that you can have a hand in writing our future.
Strategic Plan 2015-2018
Atchison Library - Your place and space to engage.
Our Values
Communication
Customer service
Accountability
Integrity
Quality
We are committed to providing open access to library resources and engaging in the open exchange of information to serve the specific needs of our community.
We strive to provide quality service to our patrons in a welcoming manner. We anticipate needs and exceed expectations in delivering service.
We value literacy in all its forms and encourage lifelong learning in all areas.
We are future oriented. We continue to develop our resources in order to stay abreast of new models of library service and technologies.
We strive to be inclusive, and we recognize the dignity of all people from all backgrounds; we value contributions and ideas from all members of our diverse community.
We work together as partners with other community organizations in a spirit of cooperation, supporting each other's efforts to achieve organizational excellence.
Vision Statement
To inspire Atchison 's lifelong intellectual, economic and creative growth.
Mission Statement
Atchison Library: The place and the space for the community to engage, learn, and grow.
