Library Board

Library Mission

Enriching Burlington by supporting 21st century literacies, lifelong learning, and community connections.

Library Board

Nancy Douglas
Chair
905.639.3611 x1103
Kerry Langford
Vice Chair
Carrie Brooks-Joiner
Linda Coslovi
Josh Hunter
Councillor Blair Lancaster
Christine Greco

Strategic Plan

In consultation with you, BPL Staff, and many others in the community, the Library Board developed The Next Chapter: Thinking Outside the Books, BPL’s Strategic Plan for 2012-2015.

Strategic directions and goals were selected based on your input and our action plans will evolve over the next few years as new opportunities arise. This plan positions the Library to continue to be responsive and in touch with the changing Burlington community.

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The Next Chapter:
Thinking Outside the Books

Strategic Plan 2012-2015

Text only version with action plans

 

 
 

 Watch our launch video (3:50 min)
  

Values

In this fast changing world our values keep us anchored and guide our ongoing planning and decision-making:

Accessibility

  • We strive to provide barrier-free facilities, resources and programs that are accessible to all.

Accountability

  • We are accountable to our community for the services we provide.

Creativity and Innovation

  • We encourage and support creative approaches and innovative solutions in all aspects of library service.

Information and Literacy

  • We believe in the importance of an informed and literate community.

Intellectual Freedom

  • We subscribe to the fundamental principles of intellectual freedom and the open exchange of information.

Life Long Learning

  • We believe in providing resources and services that contribute to life long learning.

Love of Reading

  • We nurture the joy of reading in people of all ages.

Positive Work Environment

  • We believe in providing a safe and positive work environment that provides staff challenging opportunities to grow and develop, and to contribute.

Quality of Services

  • We value excellence in our customer services and collections.

Respect and Dignity

  • We treat all people with respect and dignity.

 

Annual Reports

Read our annual reports to find out how we are accomplishing our strategic goals.

Annual Report 2011

Annual Report 2010

Annual Report 2009

Community Report 2008 / text only