The Library
gives you the freedom to
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The library is an early childhood learning center to help you connect your preschooler with the skills to be successful.
/Our Values
Integrity
As stewards of the public’s trust, we provide equal access to information across all platforms. We are dedicated to providing service in a confidential and safe environment.
Customer Service
Customers are our focus, our lifeblood, and our community. We treat our customers with respect and listen to their needs. We strive to provide the best service and exceed expectations.
Community
We are many libraries, each serving and strengthening our local neighborhoods. Our collections, programs, and services are shaped for and by our communities.
Invention
We adapt to the changing needs of the community and nurture creativity. We respect the contributions of the past and inspire future generations to add to the marketplace of ideas.
Collaboration
Working together, we can achieve more. We build partnerships within the County of Los Angeles and beyond.
Learning
We encourage curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge with resources and experiences that support diverse perspectives and learning styles.
Sustainability
From traditional library lending to modern sustainable practices, we commit to greener spaces and a healthy environment.
/Initiatives for the Future
Tell the Library Story
Improve the way we tell you about the wide range of services and programs available to you.
Affirm the Library as a Center for Learning
Address our communities’ learning and literacy needs through classes, events, and online technology.
Expand and Support the Digital Library
Add more digital content and make it easier to find and use. Expand mobile access.
Transform the Role of Library as Place
Increase the role of the library in the community and offer services beyond the library’s walls. Customize each library to the community it serves.
Support and Cultivate the Community's Creativity
Introduce collaborative work spaces to learn new tools and technologies or share a creative hobby or interest.
Develop the Library as a Center for Community Engagement
Collaborate with the community’s cultural groups and broaden our leadership role as a trusted source for equal access to information.
Develop a Staff Prepared for the Future
Improve your library experience by developing our staff’s leadership and technology skills.
Ensure the Financial Health of the Library
Manage our budget wisely and seek new funding sources to bring more services to our communities.
