New proposed Mission Statement and Core Values

Over the last year we have been working to develop a new Mission Statement and Core Values that better reflects what we believe about our mission and fundamental guiding principles as an organization Our Strategic Planning and Services Department has been instrumental in working with various groups to gather input and facilitate that discovery process. Details of the process, a historic review of our past Mission Statements, and a comparison of our proposed and current Core Values are included here. The proposed Mission Statement and Core values are scheduled to go to the Commission in June for approval.

Our Process

Our most recent efforts to update the Strategic Plan have included multiple sessions with five stakeholder groups: The Commission, Customers, Leadership Team, Staff, and the Strategic Focus Group (selected staff and managers providing the planning process with feedback). Each group of stakeholders has been consulted throughout the strategic planning revision process and has provided valued input that has resulted in the latest iteration of the Mission Statement and Organizational Values.

Input for the strategic planning revision process was obtained from all stakeholder groups through participation in focus groups, surveys, and direct interactions (i.e. discussion and voting sessions). Additionally, data analysis was used to look for commonalities and trends in the input / data between stakeholder groups. The proposed mission and values are a direct result of the findings of this effort.

Proposed Mission Statement

Connecting our diverse communities with resources and experiences to educate, entertain and enrich lives.

Mission Statement Tracker

2020	Connecting our diverse communities with resources and experiences to educate, entertain and enrich lives. (proposed)
2018	To be the community’s hub for critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and lifelong enrichment.
2015	We grow smarter communities, one person at a time.
2002	The Metropolitan Library System facilitates the free flow of information and ideas by providing access to materials, services and programs to Oklahoma County's diverse community.
1996	The Metropolitan Library System promotes the free flow of knowledge and ideas by providing materials and services and programs for Oklahoma County's diverse community.

Proposed and Existing Core Values

Proposed Core Values	Existing Core Values
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
People First	Library Customers First
Innovation	Individual Growth and Organizational Development
Integrity	Integrity and Trust in Us and by Us
Respect	Respect for Customers and Each Other
	Commitment to Learning as Enjoyment Freedom to Learn

Vision Statement

The vision statement is still be drafted and will be communicated at a later date to all stakeholders.

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