Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
We build community, champion intellectual freedom, and provide open access to the world of knowledge in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
Our Vision
The Northbrook Public Library will inspire lifelong learning, connect community members to each other and the world, and enable the pursuit of knowledge for all.
Our Values
| Collaboration | Equity | Innovation |
| Customer Service | Inclusion | Lifelong Learning |
Strategic Plan
Northbrook Public Library's 2025-2027 Strategic Plan incorporated feedback from community members and stakeholders, as well as the Board of Trustees and staff. As part of the Strategic Plan, the following Strategic Directions were selected to help define the library’s goals and activities in the coming years. These priorities build upon and support one another to achieve the library’s vision and mission in service to the community.
Our Strategic Directions
- Connect with Our Community
- Build an Inclusive Culture
- Create Spaces to Belong