May 28, 2026Strategic plan
Columbus Metropolitan Library Strategic Plan
This Strategic Plan serves as a roadmap to inspire reading, connect people, and expand opportunities, ultimately empowering every individual to strengthen the community. The plan is built upon a framework encompassing core values and strategic focus areas, including Lifelong Learning, Community Connection, and Local Stories. It also emphasizes internal areas such as strengthening operations, cultivating strategic partnerships, and fostering staff innovation, with the aim of advancing equitable access to resources, experiences, and cultural enrichment throughout central Ohio.