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Orange County Public Library's Guiding Principles <br />Vision <br />Our vision articulates what success will look like in the future <br />We empower people by providing a place and a face <br />to explore, enjoy, and engage. <br />Mission <br />Our mission statement reflects the commitment we are making to <br />the residents of Orange County. <br />The Orange County Public Library aims to be the <br />heart of the community by: <br />• being a welcoming gathering place for all <br />• having a clear focus on the future and responding with <br />creativity and innovation <br />• offering relevant services, programs, collections and <br />technologies <br />• serving the entire community through collaborative efforts <br />with organizations, educational institutions, and town and <br />County governments <br />• providing free and equal access to the resources and <br />materials community members need to be informed and <br />engaged <br />Values <br />To realize our vision and fulfill our mission, the following values are <br />the beliefs that unite and inspire us in our daily service to Orange <br />County. <br />1. Commitment to Public Service <br />Providing a well- trained, enthusiastic staff that delivers <br />superior customer service and responds to patron needs <br />2. Inclusiveness <br />Serving the entire community through diverse resources and <br />programs <br />3. Fostering Fun and Lifelong Learning <br />Offering engaging, excellent programs and services, and <br />promoting literacy and educational opportunities <br />4. Collaboration <br />Accomplishing more together with partners working toward <br />common goals <br />5. Respect <br />Practicing kindness, promoting open dialogues and creating <br />an environment of encouragement <br />13 <br />OCPL DRAFT Strategic Plan 2013 -2016 Page 11 <br />