RI Office of Library and Information Services
Public Library Standards: Principles
- Rhode Islanders have free and equal access to a full range of materials, information, electronic resources, programs, and other library services.
- Rhode Islanders are assisted by courteous, competent, committed, and well-trained staff.
- Rhode Islanders have access to professionally managed library services.
- Rhode Islanders have access to a library governed by a Board of Trustees committed to the growth and development of library services in their community.
- Rhode Islanders have access to an expanded level of service through cooperation and collaboration of libraries and community agencies.
- Rhode Islanders are aware of library services, programs, and facilities.
- Rhode Islanders have access to well-designed, equipped, and maintained facilities.