Library Commission

Library evaluating next steps now that Stay Home order rescinded

The Dearborn Public Library is evaluating what steps to take next in light of Gov. Whitmer’s decision to allow libraries and museums to begin reopening as early as June 8.

The Library will post updates on www.dearbornlibrary.org and through our social media channels.

Before more services become available and facilities reopen, a careful plan to protect the safety and health of employees and residents must be in place and executed. Working in conjunction with City Administration, we are in the process of completing a COVID safety plan and will begin reopening the Bryant and Esper branch libraries in stages.

Virtual library services have been provided throughout the pandemic. As more activities are allowed under the Governor’s directive, the Library will move forward purposefully, but with caution.

We understand you are anxious to return to the library and we are excited to resume serving the community.  However, we want to keep everyone safe and healthy so we ask for your patience as we prepare our staff and our buildings.

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Adopted 9/9/2005
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• Vision Statement
• Mission Statement
• Value Statements
• Library Commission Agenda / Minutes

Vision Statement

The Dearborn Public Library fosters the spirit of exploration, the joy of reading, and the pursuit of knowledge for all ages and cultures starting with the very young.
Approved by the Dearborn Library Commission September 9, 2005.

Mission Statement

The Dearborn Public Library provides a broad range of effective, courteous, quality services and a balanced collection of materials for the educational, informational and recreational needs of the community.
Approved by the Dearborn Library Commission September 9, 2005.

Value Statements

In order to provide effective management with ethical standards, we will:

1. 1. Respond to community needs
   2. Be good stewards of community resources
   3. Protect privacy right of patrons and staff
   4. Promote teamwork
   5. Encourage use by all
   6. Collaborate with community groups
   7. Provide a user friendly environment

The Dearborn Library Commission regularly meets at the Henry Ford Centennial Library at 4:00 pm on the second Friday of each month, except for the months of July and August when no regular meeting is scheduled. Meeting agendas and minutes are available below.

For further information call the Library Administration office at 313-943-2037.
You may contact the Library Commission by email: librarycommissioners@ci.dearborn.mi.us
or by standard mail:

Library Commission
Dearborn Public Library
16301 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn, MI 48126

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