Mission, Vision & Values
At the heart of everything we do is a deep commitment to our community. Learn what that means.
Johnson County Library enriches lives by providing access to information, experiences, and opportunities for learning and connection. Guided by strong values, it serves as a welcoming and inclusive community resource committed to service, integrity, and equity.
Mission
Johnson County Library provides access to ideas, information, experiences and materials that support and enrich people's lives.
Vision
Johnson County Library creates an environment for people to learn, to explore, to enjoy, to create, to connect.
Values
Customer needs come first.
We place the highest priority on service to our customers and treat every request with equal value.
People are respected.
We recognize the contributions of our staff and we treat all our customers and each other with respect.
Access to information is ensured.
We ensure access to information for people of all ages, abilities and means.
This is a learning organization.
We commit to the professional growth and enrichment of our staff and volunteers.
Freedom of information is protected.
We protect your freedom to read and view all library information.
Privacy and confidentiality are rights.
We safeguard your right to request and obtain information in confidence.
Basic services are provided without charge.
We provide basic library services free of charge.
Quality service is important.
We strive to deliver the highest quality services possible.
Integrity is a commitment.
We follow the highest ethical standards which have been adopted by Johnson County government and our profession.
We are stewards of community resources.
We respect the contributions of the community to its library. We hold ourselves accountable for the efficient and effective use of all resources which you commit to us -- people, time, assets and funds.