About Us

Our Mission

The mission of the Avon Lake Public Library is to foster and enrich the community through collaboration, services and resources.

Our Values

Innovation | The Library is a leader of smart and efficient sustainability and forward-thinking uses of technology and programming.  The staff are creative problem-solvers and learn from individual and collective challenges.

Integrity | The Library is a reliable source with the highest standards of transparency, responsibility and fiscal stewardship.

Lifelong Learning | The Library is committed to the individual pursuit of learning and discovery by providing equal access to materials, services, resources and programming.

Openness | The Library is an environment that welcomes everyone and supports equality, diversity and space for peaceful assembly and the discussion of ideas.

Service | The Library is where people come first, internally and externally. The staff listens, is helpful, collaborative, approachable, friendly and professional.

Our Vision

The vision of the Avon Lake Public Library is to be the premier community destination and the model for innovation, discovery and lifelong learning.

Strategic Plan 

Strategic Planning Community Survey Analysis

Annual Report

Library Policies