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NSCLD Board Member Handbook

NSCLD Board Member Handbook

Our Mission

We enable the people of our community to pursue lifelong learning through our responsive collections, electronic resources, and innovative services. Our welcoming and inclusive public libraries are cornerstones of our diverse communities where children and adults can experience personal enrichment and connect with one another.

Our Operating Principles

The District is guided by the principles of Public Librarianship, First Amendment Rights, and Colorado Statutes for Libraries and Special Districts.

We seek innovative ways to:

  • Respond and reach out to serve the current and evolving information needs of our diverse community.
  • Create a sense of community by providing a welcoming, inviting, secure environment for our public and staff.
  • Provide excellent customer service that is both timely and confidential.
  • Develop a well-trained, knowledgeable, courteous and professional staff.
  •  Communicate with our public and staff to ensure vital, relevant and effective library services.
  • Manage our resources effectively and be accountable to our funding sources.
  • We celebrate our accomplishments, learn from our mistakes and take pride in serving our community.
Northern Saguache County Library District
Contact Us

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Saguache Public Library

702 Pitkin Ave.
Saguache, CO 81149

719-655-2551

M-F 10-5 and Sat 10-4

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Baca Grande Library

67487 County Rd T
Crestone, CO 81131

719-256-4100

M-F 10-1 and 2-5 Sat 10-2

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