About the Library

Who We Are and Whom We Serve

MCPL provides services at no charge to all residents living in Monroe County. All are welcome to visit the library to enjoy our spaces, browse our books, magazines, and newspapers, use our public computers, and enjoy our spaces. Residents may get a free library card to check out books, movies, and music; to download audiobooks, ebooks, DVDs,and digital music; access all our databases; and reserve meetings rooms and gallery space. Those outside our sevice area may get a public library access card (PLAC) for a fee.

Mission, Vision and Values

Our Mission

Monroe County Public Library enriches individual lives and strengthens our community by offering equitable access to information and opportunities for literacy, learning, and enjoyment.

Our Vision

We aspire to be a dynamic library, essential to thoughtful, productive community life, and always meeting our community’s evolving needs.

Our Values

  • Accessibility
  • Freedom of expression
  • Inclusiveness
  • Integrity
  • Lifelong learning
  • Respect
  • Service

Contact Us

Contact the Library Director

Adopted by the Board of Trustees - November 19, 2008