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PUBLIC LIBRARY DEPARTMENT

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Mansfield Public Library provides free and equal access to a broad range of informational resources,
creating opportunities for education, recreation and the pursuit of life-long learning.

Department at a Glance

The Library Department includes the City Librarian, Adult Services Librarian, Youth Services Librarian,
Library Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Library Systems Manager, Library Technical Assistant and
four part-time clerical staff (two full-time equivalents). For FY 2019-2020, four part-time positions were
converted to one full-time position to allow for a Community Engagement Librarian. The Library’s
budget increased 6.86% due to the change in personnel and a merit increase. The Library is open six days
per week and operates from a 17,000 square foot facility. One million dollars is allocated in the Capital
Improvement Plan for FY 2019-2020 for a modification and addition to the current building.

Key Goals and Objectives

Goal 1
Become more visible and viable to our constituents and stakeholders.

Objectives:
• Work with the Library Advisory Board to develop an action plan.
• Continue to invite and involve stakeholders to participate in events.
• Analyze data to determine under-served populations.

Goal 2
Continue efforts to increase citizen awareness of the library services and resources provided.

Objectives:
• Utilize various strategies to ensure citizens have access to library resources.
• Actively market the library’s collection, resources, classes and events.
• Develop a plan with the Mansfield school district (MISD) to get library cards in the
hands of students and teachers.

Goal 3
Become an integral part of the community of the City of Mansfield by creating partnerships with
community and civic organizations.

Objectives:
• Hire a Community Engagement Librarian, and make use of an Outreach Van.
• Work with staff to get more buy-in and enthusiasm working with outside partners.
• Continue to develop a partnership with MISD, actively search for community partners
and accept opportunities as they arise.

Performance Objectives
• Expand the Mansfield Public Library’s “presence” in the community.
• Increase citizen awareness of the library’s programs of resources and services.

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