Strategic Plan

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Six Mile Regional Library District
Strategic Plan 2013+
Adopted April 9, 2013 at the regular monthly Board of Trustees meeting
Updated March 10, 2016; October 11, 2016

Strategic Plan October 11, 2016

Establishment Purpose

To provide local public institutions of general education for citizens of Illinois…The library shall be forever for the use of residents and taxpayers of the district in which it is located…to render the use of the library of the greatest benefit to the greatest number of those residents and taxpayers.[1]

Organization

A seven-member elected board of trustees governs the library district.  The board sets policies and the budget and hires a director to fulfill the rules and regulations of the library district board within the parameters of the approved budget.

Mission

The Library makes a significant difference in the everyday lives of the people, institutions, and communities of Granite City, Mitchell, and Pontoon Beach by listening, understanding, and then transforming needs into proactive library services.

Vision

The libraries are vital, vibrant places where people gather to strengthen their minds, their abilities, and their community.

Values

 Community   Access   Integrity  Compassion  Inclusion   Quality  Service 

Focus Areas

Local Vitality, History, and Talent

Education, Information, and Instruction

[1] 75 ILCS 16/1-10 (http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs4.asp?DocName=007500160HArt.+1&ActID=993&ChapterID=16&SeqStart=100000&SeqEnd=1300000)

2001 Delmar

Closed

2145 Johnson

Closed

Upcoming Events

  • Story Time April 28, 2025 at 10:00 am – 10:30 am 2145 Johnson Rd, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Story TimeEnjoy stories, music and crafts!Mondays at 10 AMSMRLD 2145 Johnson RoadQuestions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238
  • Book Club! April 28, 2025 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Meme's Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd Join the Six Mile Regional Library Book ClubA Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell - Monday, March 31 at 11:00 AM Meme's Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30 PM 2001 Delmar AveEight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson - Monday, April 28 at 11:00 AM Meme's Coffee Shop,1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30 PM 2001 Delmar AveThe…
  • Legos April 29, 2025 at 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Children's Department - Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 5 - 7 PM In the Children's Department, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238
  • Book Club! April 29, 2025 at 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Join the Six Mile Regional Library Book ClubA Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell - Monday, March 31 at 11:00 AM Meme's Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30 PM 2001 Delmar AveThe Women of the Copper Country by Mary Doria Russell - Monday, May 19 at 11:00 AM Meme's Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, May 27…
  • America Reads Tutor April 30, 2025 at 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm America Reads TutorAvailable for Students K-12 Grade1 Hour SessionsFirst Come, First ServedWednesday from 4-8 PMFriday from 4-6 PMSaturdays from 9 AM-3 PMSMRLD, Youth Services Dept, 2001 Delmar AveThis notice does not constitute an endorsement by the Board of Education and is delivered solely as a public service.

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