Mission
The Norwalk Public Library exists to provide our community with diverse and free opportunities in a safe & welcoming place to connect, learn, and grow.
Vision
The Norwalk Public library is a trusted community hub where the public can ignite curiosity, foster education, and encourage discovery. Together, we nurture the pursuit of knowledge, recreation, and imagination.
Core Values
We cultivate collaboration, engage with partners, and actively support sustainable and resilient communities. We focus on meeting the interests and needs of our library users.
- Innovation: In our collaborative efforts, we continuously improve by fostering creativity, flexibility, and a willingness to take risks, embrace change, and seize opportunities.
- Connection: We actively participate in the life of our community, collaborating with local organizations and businesses, schools, and residents to enhance the library experience.
- Dedicated Staff: Our staff is committed to the spirit of cooperation, supporting each other's efforts to achieve organizational excellence, and providing quality services to our community. We want our library to be the best for our community! This is accomplished through focused teamwork and by hiring and educating the best people.
- Resource Stewardship: One of our hallmarks is providing great value to the taxpayers, and we are very serious about being good stewards. We ensure responsible management and allocation to benefit our patrons.
- Equitable Access: We champion intellectual freedom and equitable access to library materials. We foster inclusive spaces for all, by celebrating diverse ideas and perspectives while removing barriers between people and resources.
- Confidentiality: We protect the confidentiality of library patron records, respecting their privacy and trust.
- Enrichment: We value reading, literacy, and holistic development across all ages, providing materials that entertain, educate, and enrich the human experience.