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A mainstay of the local community, Muncie Public Library has a long history of providing enriching, education content in a friendly environment for our neighbors. In our continued efforts to advance our mission and continue serving our members and the community at large, MPL is happy to enjoy a beneficial relationship with our committed Board of Trustees and the organization Friends of MPL. They help to ensure that our contributions to the community lead to a better story for all.
Mission of the Library
The Muncie Public Library will provide accessible and innovative services responding to the reading, informational, educational, and enrichment needs of the community.
Values
We value our ability to be proactive and responsive to community needs. We value organization effectiveness and efficiency. We value and support innovation and flexibility in planning and operation.We value our relationship with each other and the community and will treat everyone with respect and courtesy.
Vision of the Library
We envision a future where people get excited by ideas and utilize the resources of the Library to explore, discover, imagine, and create. We seek to be recognized for providing access to new technology, print resources, and educational opportunities. We commit ourselves to the community and will strive to provide leadership in solving the problems facing the community through a variety of strategies, including public conversation and town hall meeting events.
See our Long Range Plan that includes community needs and goals, assessments, and strategies for the coming years:
Here you'll find information about how we operate. The Operations Policies include: Circulation Policy, Collection Development, Donations, Photograph/Image, Website Privacy, and many more:
Members:
Phil Boltz
Mary Louise Buck
Patrick Ferguson
Denise King
Traci Lutton
Royce Mitchell
Billie Sheppard
Officers:
President: Billie Sheppard
Vice-President: Phil Boltz
Secretary: Traci Lutton
Treasurer: Beth Kroehler
Director: Akilah Nosakhere
House & Finance Committee:
Traci Lutton, Chair
Royce Mitchell
Denise King
Personnel Committee:
Mary Louise Buck, Chair
Patrick Ferguson
Phil Boltz
Photos:
Top: MPL 2021-2022 Board of Trustees & MPL administrators group photo, Front row: MPL Assistant Director Beth Kroehler, Mary Louise Buck, Royce Mitchell, Denise King, and MPL Library Director Akilah S. Nosakhere. Second row: Phil Boltz, Patrick Ferguson, Billie Sheppard, and Traci Lutton.
Bottom: Denise King (center) is sworn in as the newest MPL Board of Trustees member in August 2021 by Akilah S. Nosakhere and Beth Kroehler. King was appointed by the Delaware County Commissioners.
See our yearly reports that include a wide range of information about programs, services, and leadership of Muncie Public Library:
Join the Friends Today!
Membership dues and revenue from book sales make many Library programs and projects possible throughout the year, such as the children's Summer Reading Program, author visits, and more! Join the Friends now and consider helping with the Friends Book Sales.
Questions? Contact Beth Kroehler, MPL Library Assistant Director and Liaison to the Friends. Phone (765) 747-8202 or email [email protected]
The Friends Building is located at 1110 W. Memorial Drive, Muncie, IN 47302.
Friends of Muncie Public Library Board Members:
President: Susan Metcalfe
Vice President: Cinda Priddy
Secretary: Pat Bodden
Treasurer: Kristy Eiler
For updates on the Friends Book Sales, visit: https://www.munciepubliclibrary.org/friends-muncie-public-library
Want to become a member?
Download the membership form here and drop it off at any Library location or mail it to the address on the form. As a member of the Friends, you'll be invited to Friends-only events and have the first pick at the Friends book sale!
Friends Membership Dues:
$5 - Student
$15 - Individual
$25 - Family
$100 - Sustaining
$500 - Business/Industry
$1000 or more - Friend for Life
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How To Apply: A list of the current openings can be found here. Select the position you're applying for. You'll need to fill out an application for each position you are interested in.
Volunteer Opportunities See the Volunteers page for the required forms and information.