2. Our Process Gather information from users Gather information from staff Review current trends in libraries and other areas Synthesize data Develop strategic themes Develop new mission statement and values Develop objectives and action items.

3. User Group Information Cultural Business Users Seniors Leadership Parents 20-30 Year Olds Teens Educators Comment Cards Online user surveys Blog posts and comments Focus Group Sessions

4. Staff Input Department meetings SharePoint video viewing and comments Staff Lounge posting Staff Brainstorming session

6. Synthesis Process Took all comments from staff and user groups Studied recent trends Developed strategies, a mission statement and supporting values

7. OUR MISSION STATEMENT

8. THE CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY CONNECTS YOUR COMMUNITY Our Mission

9. OUR CORE VALUES

10. RELEVANCE We will adapt and grow as our community’s needs change, providing flexible, customizable and evolving collections and services. ACCESS We support the pursuit of individual and community goals by ensuring the open exchange of diverse materials and ideas. INTEGRITY We are respectful of all people at all times and serve our community with excellence. LEADERSHIP We will lead with enthusiasm and respond to challenges with creativity and professionalism. OUR CORE VALUES

11. OUR STRATEGIES

12. Our Strategies User-Driven Approach ProgramsConnectionsMarketing & Communication Integrating Technology Financial Sustainability The Canton Public Library will take a user-driven approach to refining and redefining its resources, programs, and services. The Canton Public Library will produce dynamic, focused programs that provide value to the community and leverage partnerships with local groups. The Canton Public Library will service the community by being a conduit for connections between residents and local groups through the awareness of needs and opportunities. The Canton Public Library will create a recognizable and transparent brand by establishing and practicing its core values and mission. The Canton Public Library will use technology as a tool, a means to support library values and accomplish goals. The Canton Public Library will be good stewards of the public’s funds by implementing best practices and by encouraging efforts to increase productivity and use resources efficiently.