Boston Public Library
Mission
The Boston Public Library's mission is to preserve and provide access to the historical record of our society, and to serve the cultural, educational, and informational needs of the City and the Commonwealth.
Performance Report
- FY10 Quarter 1 Performance Report
- FY09 Quarter 4 Performance Report
- FY09 Quarter 3 Performance Report
- FY09 Quarter 2 Performance Report
- FY09 Quarter 1 Performance Report
- Detailed FY10 Budget Information
Description of Services
The Boston Public Library system consists of the Central Library at Copley Square, 26 branch libraries located throughout Boston's neighborhoods, eight virtual libraries, and three remote storage facilities. Library staff assists users in locating and using resources, and provides public programming, exhibits, and outreach. Internet, wireless, and online technology resources connect people to informational resources aimed at enriching individuals, organizations, and the entire community.
Performance Strategies
- To provide and preserve access to information and collections by supporting the acquisition, maintenance, preservation, and access to materials and information in all fields of knowledge.
- To provide access to and encourage the use of print and non-print resources that respond to the needs and interests of all segments of the population.
- To assist people of all ages, backgrounds, and stages of learning by offering a variety of programs to meet identified needs and interests.
- To provide overall user satisfaction with Library services.
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