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Our Mission

Mission

Building Community, Creating Connections.
Reading Public Library’s mission is to connect all people with opportunities to grow and learn and to provide resources to support a welcoming and engaged community.

Vision

Evolving together to strengthen communication, equity, collaboration, and learning.

    Core Values

    Our Mission and Vision Statements are based on the following Core Values:

    Education
    Equity
    Accountability
    Access

      Related to these Core Values, the Board of Library Trustees have adopted these statements:

      Statement of Solidarity and Support for Our Pride Community

      AAPI Statement of Solidarity

      Land Acknowledgement

      Strategic Plan

      The Reading Public Library files a strategic plan with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners every five years. This document guides ongoing operations and new initiatives. The strategic plan helps us respond effectively to community needs by analyzing feedback, usage data, and new trends in library services. It establishes clear goals with specific timelines that keep the library moving forward in positive ways—improving our collections, expanding digital resources, creating engaging programs, and maintaining welcoming spaces for everyone. By regularly measuring our progress against these objectives, we can adapt quickly while continuing to deliver high-quality service to all Reading residents.

      FY26-FY30 Strategic Plan