Our Mission Statement
The Bristol Public Library System is committed to proving the community with a friendly and knowledgeable atmosphere where educational, informational, recreational, cultural, and professional materials and services can be found in a variety of formats. An emphasis is placed on encouraging the use of the library by persons of all ages in order to stimulate lifelong learning and an appreciation for reading, and to provide a resource center for ideas and information for the entire community.
(Reviewed 3/08)
Our Vision Statement
The constant vision of the Bristol Public Library System is to provide the community with superior library services, to serve as the cultural and intellectual crossroads of Bristol, and to be a leader among public libraries in a constantly changing world.
The library links the patrons – individuals, business, schools, and local government – to timely and accurate information and knowledge to further promote the educational, social, cultural, and economic advancement of the community.
The library will function as a community hub serving the diverse needs of Bristol’s community. The Library Staff, Board of Directors, and Friends of the Bristol Public Library System will work together to provide information, programs, and activities of diverse educational and cultural experiences.
The library will provide and maintain materials for patrons by anticipating and responding to current needs and interests.
The library will nurture and sustain lifelong learning of all ages by maintaining access and outreach to a broad, rich, and inclusive collection of materials in formats that patrons seek and use.
(Adopted 8/06/01; Reviewed 3/08)
