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Mission, Vision and Values

Mission

Friendly, inviting, innovative and exciting, the Glenside Public Library District shares a world of imagination and information with patrons of all ages and cultures.

Vision

Glenside Public Library District strives to be responsive to the changing needs and interests of the community.

Our Values


The values are the core principles that guide the Board and Staff in decision-making.

Our Staff and Board:

  • Embrace our multi-cultural community.
  • Foster caring and professional service.
  • Believe fiscal responsibility and stability are essential for success.
  • Strive to stimulate and satisfy the love of reading.
  • Support a broad range of current information resources
  • Consistently seek new ideas to improve the Library
  • Uphold the principles and rights of the First Amendment, intellectual freedom and patron confidentiality.