Mission Statement:
The mission of the Palos Heights Public Library is to enrich our community by being a place where knowledge, information, culture and creativity thrive and people and ideas meet.
Goal I: Bridge the gap between what the library does and what the community thinks the library does
Objective A: Enhance marketing and communications efforts to effectively communicate the library’s offerings and value to all current and potential users
Objective B: Embrace new and non-traditional methods of communicating with the public relevant in today’s evolving communications landscape
Objective C: Ensure long-term sustainability and viability by targeting increased engagement of teens and emerging adults
Goal II: Expand community access to and familiarity with technology
Objective D: Enhance the functionality and leverage the potential of the media lab as a vital hub for community creativity
Objective E: Incorporate technology in maker programs for library users of all ages
Objective F: Develop staff expertise through increased training on general technology usage and streaming/downloadable products
Goal III: Increase connection between the library and the community it serves
Objective G: Identify and seize opportunities for collaboration and expanded partnerships with community organizations to maximize reach to residents
Objective H: Explore opportunities to bring library service outside its doors and within the community (e.g. pop-up libraries, school partnerships, youth sporting events)
Objective I: Promote and facilitate charitable and planned giving